Glossary Term:
Title
strontium-89
Phonetic
<b>stron</b>-tee-um
Description
A radioactive substance (radioisotope) used to treat bone pain from cancer that has spread to the bones. It is injected into a vein and is attracted to areas of bone containing cancer. The radiation given off by the strontium-89 kills the cancer cells, and helps relieve pain.