Radiation Therapy
Overview
Radiation therapy is a type of cancer treatment that uses beams of intense energy to kill cancer cells. Radiation therapy most often uses X-rays, but protons or other types of energy also can be used. The term "radiation therapy" most often refers to external beam radiation therapy.
Why it's done
Radiation Therapy is used to treat specific conditions effectively.
- As the only (primary) treatment for cancer.
- Before surgery, to shrink a cancerous tumor (neoadjuvant therapy).
- After surgery, to stop the growth of any remaining cancer cells (adjuvant therapy).
- In combination with other treatments, such as chemotherapy, to destroy cancer cells.
What to expect
- Precise targeting of cancer cells
- Minimal damage to surrounding healthy tissue
- Multiple sessions over several weeks
- Regular monitoring and follow-up care
Hospital
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Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital
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