Review:
Radiation Therapy For Cancer Treatment
overall review score: 4.5
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Radiation therapy is a common treatment for cancer that uses high doses of radiation to kill cancer cells or stop them from growing and dividing.
Key Features
- Targeted treatment
- Non-invasive
- Customized treatment plans
- Well-established treatment modality
- Often used in conjunction with surgery or chemotherapy
Pros
- Effective in treating many types of cancer
- Can be used to shrink tumors before surgery
- Minimal side effects when compared to other treatment options
- Improvements in technology have made treatment more precise
Cons
- Possible side effects such as fatigue, skin changes, and damage to healthy tissues near the treatment area
- Long-term side effects are possible depending on the area being treated
- May require multiple sessions over several weeks