Radiation Therapy is one of many ways to treat certain types of cancers. It leverages high energy x-rays or other forms of radiation then directs a lethal dose to the tumor.
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Radiation Therapy is one of many ways to treat certain types of cancers. It leverages high energy x-rays or other forms of radiation then directs a lethal dose to the tumor.
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There are several individuals who all take an active role in your treatment and care. They include the radiation oncologist, therapist, nurse, physicist and other staff.
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There are several individuals who all take an active role in your treatment and care. They include the radiation oncologist, therapist, nurse, physicist and other staff.
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APBI (Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation) can be delivered using High Dose Rate Brachytherapy (HDR).
APBI (Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation) can be delivered using High Dose Rate Brachytherapy (HDR). It involves using a small breast catheter that is inserted to fit inside the lumpectomy cavity after tumor removal so that surrounding tissues can be treated. (more)
Dealing with a cancer diagnosis and balancing quality of life for yourself and your family can be a challenge. We at NorthMain Radiation Oncology are dedicated to providing a caring supportive environment.
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Dealing with a cancer diagnosis and balancing quality of life for yourself and your family can be a challenge. We at NorthMain Radiation Oncology are dedicated to providing a caring supportive environment.
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Calypso uses tiny electromagnetic transponders implanted within the prostate to provide the clinician up-to-the-second positioning and targeting guidance of the prostate during radiotherapy ("GPS for the Body"). (more)
Calypso uses tiny electromagnetic transponders implanted within the prostate to provide the clinician up-to-the-second positioning and targeting guidance of the prostate during radiotherapy ("GPS for the Body"). (more)
Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy or SBRT, is a treatment procedure that uses a specially designed coordinate system to localize and target (with great precision) tumors in the body.
Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy or SBRT, is a treatment procedure that uses a specially designed coordinate system to localize and target (with great precision) tumors in the body. This specialized treatment involves the delivery of one to five treatments. A potent biological ablative dose of radiation is delivered to the tumor in a manner not previously achievable with standard conventional radiation therapy.
Elekta Synergy® is the first advanced multi-functional linear accelerator with intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) and image guided radiation therapy (IGRT).
Elekta Synergy® is the first advanced multi-functional linear accelerator with intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) and image guided radiation therapy (IGRT), that allows clinicians to both image and treat patients simultaneously. (more)
Elekta VMAT has been developed to combine dramatically reduced treatment times with a removal of traditional restrictions to treatment delivery.
Elekta VMAT has been developed to combine dramatically reduced treatment times with a removal of traditional restrictions to treatment delivery, while delivering the lowest possible integral dose to the patient. (more)
IMRT allows for the radiation dose to conform more precisely to the shape of the tumor through beam control or modulation. This helps to ensure the dose of radiation is limited to the tumor area.
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IMRT allows for the radiation dose to conform more precisely to the shape of the tumor through beam control or modulation. This helps to ensure the dose of radiation is limited to the tumor area.
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3D Conformal Radiation uses advanced planning techniques to develop a more comprehensive treatment. The beam itself can be adjusted, essentially sculpting the radiation to the size and shape of the tumor.
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3D Conformal Radiation uses advanced planning techniques to develop a more comprehensive treatment. The beam itself can be adjusted, essentially sculpting the radiation to the size and shape of the tumor.
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IGRT combines advanced body imaging with radiation positioning for more accurate treatments.
IGRT combines advanced body imaging with radiation positioning for more accurate treatments. This helps to reduce side effects and improve outcomes by targeting and concentrating the radiation dose more directly at the tumor.
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HDR treats cancer tumors using internal radiation. Using radioactive implants positioned directly within the tumor site, the dose of radiation is delivered from within the cancer helping to spare normal tissues.
HDR treats cancer tumors using internal radiation. Using radioactive implants positioned directly within the tumor site, the dose of radiation is delivered from within the cancer helping to spare normal tissues.
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