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SpaceOAR hydrogel

Overview

OAR stands for “organs at risk.” This unique device acts as a spacer between the rectum and the prostate. The goal is to protect the rectum during radiation treatments. The hydrogel creates a space, so when the radiation beams hit the prostate, they don’t damage the rectum in the process.