Radiation Therapy is an advanced cancer treatment that uses high-energy radiation to damage and destroy cancer cells while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues. It may be used as the primary treatment, after surgery to reduce the risk of recurrence, before surgery to shrink a tumor, or alongside chemotherapy and other cancer treatments. Depending on the type and location of cancer, radiation may be delivered externally using a radiation machine or internally through brachytherapy.
Patients with Localized Cancer
Individuals with tumors that can be effectively targeted with radiation therapy to destroy or control cancer cells.
Patients Requiring Additional Cancer Treatment
People who may benefit from radiation after surgery or alongside chemotherapy to reduce the risk of cancer recurrence or improve treatment effectiveness.
Patients with Advanced or Recurrent Cancer
Individuals with cancer that has returned or spread and may benefit from radiation to control tumor growth or relieve symptoms such as pain or pressure.
Comprehensive Treatment Planning
Your radiation oncology team reviews your diagnosis, biopsy results, CT/MRI scans, previous treatments, and overall health to determine the most appropriate radiation approach.
Precise Radiation Delivery
Depending on the cancer, radiation may be delivered externally using techniques such as IMRT, IGRT, VMAT, or stereotactic radiation, or internally through brachytherapy.
Monitoring & Follow-Up Care
Your treatment team monitors your health and manages potential side effects throughout the treatment course, followed by follow-up examinations and imaging to assess your response.
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Your Treatment Journey
Before Procedure
- You will undergo detailed imaging and a treatment-planning session to accurately identify the tumor and surrounding healthy organs.
- Your radiation oncologist will explain the treatment schedule, expected benefits, potential side effects, and preparation requirements.
- A customized positioning or immobilization device may be created to help maintain the correct position during treatment.
During Procedure
- External radiation therapy is non-invasive and does not require a surgical incision.
- Treatment is commonly delivered over multiple sessions, although some cancers may be treated with fewer or highly focused sessions.
- Each session generally lasts around 15–30 minutes, although the actual radiation delivery may take only a few minutes.
After Procedure
- Most patients can return home after each external radiation session without hospitalization.
- Fatigue, skin irritation, or other side effects may develop depending on the treatment area and radiation dose.
- Regular follow-up appointments and imaging help evaluate treatment response, manage side effects, and monitor long-term recovery.
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