Proton Therapy Treatment for Liver Cancer
Winter 2012 : Proton Therapy Treatment for Liver Cancer
Proton Therapy Treatment for Liver Cancer
Proton therapy has several advantages over traditional radiation therapy in treating liver cancer. Larger dosages of radiation can be applied to the affected area, while sparing surrounding healthy tissue. Proton therapy also successfully addresses technical challenges, including liver movement during treatment.
Guest: Christopher Crane, M.D.
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