Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy
Overview
At AKUH, we offer advanced intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) in Radiation Oncology as part of our comprehensive cancer care program. Radiation therapy uses powerful energy beams to destroy cancer cells. With IMRT, the radiation beams can be customized to minimize the effects of radiation therapy on normal body tissues. The strength or intensity of each beam can be varied, allowing for a precisely controlled radiation treatment that minimises toxic effect to surrounding healthy tissues.
Conditions We Treat
IMRT is a versatile treatment option for various cancers, including but not limited to:
Gynaecological cancers
Genitourinary cancers
Central nervous system tumors
Paediatric tumours
Breast cancer
Head and neck cancers
Lung cancer
Gastrointestinal cancers
Musculoskeletal malignancies.
To learn more about our highly trained and skilled experts, search on Find a Doctor under the speciality of Radiation Oncology.
If you have been diagnosed with cancer and are considering radiation therapy, contact AKUH to learn more about IMRT and discuss your treatment options with our team.
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