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Proton Therapy

Overview

Proton therapy is an advanced form of radiation treatment that uses protons instead of traditional X-rays to deliver radiation to cancer cells with greater precision, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.

A type of advanced radiation therapy that uses protons instead of X-rays, allowing for highly targeted treatment with minimal damage to surrounding tissues. Applications include brain tumors, pediatric cancers, and head & neck cancers.

Key Benefits

  • Precise targeting of tumors
  • Reduced radiation to healthy tissues
  • Fewer side effects than traditional radiation
  • Ability to treat tumors near critical organs
  • Option for retreatment in previously irradiated areas

Treatment Process

  1. 1

    Detailed treatment planning and imaging

  2. 2

    Custom positioning devices creation

  3. 3

    Daily positioning verification

  4. 4

    Proton beam delivery

  5. 5

    Regular progress monitoring

Treated Conditions

Pediatric Cancers
Brain Tumors
Head and Neck Cancers
Prostate Cancer
Lung Cancer

Request Information

Interested in learning more about Proton Therapy? Our medical consultants can provide detailed information and help determine if this treatment is right for you.

Available at

  • Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, Chennai
  • Tata Memorial Hospital
  • HCG Cancer Centre
  • Narayana Health

Treatment Details

Average Duration

Varies by condition

Recovery Time

Personalized recovery plan

Required Documents

Medical history, Test results