Radiation Oncology is a specialized branch of medicine that uses targeted, high-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
At our Radiation Oncology Department, advanced technologies such as Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT), Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT), Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS), and Brachytherapy are used to treat various types of cancers with precision and care.
Our expert oncologists, physicists, and radiotherapists work together to create customized treatment plans aimed at achieving maximum tumor control, symptom relief, and improved quality of life.
The primary purpose of Radiation Oncology is to eliminate or shrink tumors, relieve cancer-related symptoms, and prevent recurrence. Radiation therapy can be used alone, before surgery (neoadjuvant), after surgery (adjuvant), or in combination with chemotherapy depending on the type and stage of cancer.
Common Indications Include:
Solid Tumors: Breast, prostate, lung, head & neck, cervical, and brain cancers.
Palliative Treatment: To relieve pain, bleeding, or pressure caused by advanced tumors.
Post-surgical or Post-chemotherapy Therapy: To destroy residual microscopic cancer cells.
Preventive Radiation: To reduce the risk of recurrence or metastasis in certain cancers.
Non-cancerous Conditions: Rarely, radiation is also used for benign conditions such as keloids or certain nerve disorders.
The goal is always to target cancer cells precisely, control disease progression, and maintain patient well-being during and after treatment.
The radiation therapy process involves several carefully planned stages:
Consultation and Planning:
The oncologist reviews the patient’s medical history, imaging, and biopsy reports. A simulation session using CT or MRI scans is performed to map the exact tumor location.
Treatment Planning:
A personalized plan is created using advanced software to determine the radiation dose, technique, and angles to ensure accurate targeting.
Delivery of Radiation:
External Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT): Delivers radiation from a machine (linear accelerator) outside the body.
Brachytherapy: Involves placing radioactive material inside or near the tumor.
Stereotactic Techniques (SRS/SBRT): Provide high-dose radiation in few sessions for small, well-defined tumors.
Follow-up and Monitoring:
Throughout treatment, patients are monitored for side effects and response to therapy. After completion, regular follow-up ensures long-term control and recovery.
The entire process is painless, non-invasive, and usually performed on an outpatient basis, allowing patients to maintain their daily activities with minimal disruption.
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