Radiation therapy or radiotherapy focusses on delivering the dose as precisely as possible and limited to the affected tumor part sparing the unaffected normal tissues. This helps minimize the adverse effects caused to the cancer patient and avoids damage to the normal cells. Imaging tests in radiotherapy help in a better determination of the exact shape and location of the tumor and define its boundaries. The patient is instructed by the radiology specialist based on the type of the patient.
Radiation treatment that goes inside the body is called brachytherapy (brak-e-THER-uh-pee). Brachytherapy also is a common cancer treatment. During this therapy, a provider places a small solid implant in or near the cancer.
How radiation therapy is used in people with cancer
Radiation therapy is used to treat just about every type of cancer. In fact, more than half of all people with cancer will receive radiation therapy as part of their treatment.
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Radiation simulation. During simulation, your radiation therapy team will help you find a comfortable position. You must lie still during treatment, so being comfortable is important. To practice, you’ll lie down on the same type of table that will be used during your treatment. Cushions and props will help hold you in the right way so you can be still. You might be fitted for a body mold or mesh face mask to help keep you in place.
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