Radiation Oncology at S. H. Binayak Multispeciality Hospital offers state-of-the-art radiation treatments for various cancers. Our experienced oncologists use advanced technology to target tumors accurately while protecting healthy tissues, ensuring effective therapy, fewer side effects, and compassionate support throughout every stage of cancer care.
Radiation Oncology is a specialized branch of medicine that focuses on the use of radiation therapy to treat cancer and certain non-cancerous conditions. It involves the precise use of high-energy radiation (such as X-rays, gamma rays, or particle beams) to destroy cancer cells, shrink tumors, and relieve symptoms caused by cancer.
Radiation oncology plays a vital role in cancer management, either alone or in combination with surgery, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy.
Radiation oncology combines the principles of oncology (cancer treatment) with the therapeutic application of radiation . The goal is to target cancer cells while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
Radiation Oncology is a medical specialty that uses high-energy radiation to treat cancer and certain non-cancerous conditions. It works by damaging the DNA of cancer cells, stopping their growth and spread. Radiation therapy can be given externally or internally, depending on the type and location of cancer. A radiation oncologist plans and supervises the treatment to ensure accuracy and safety. It may be used alone or with surgery and chemotherapy for better results. Radiation oncology aims to cure cancer, control its growth, and relieve symptoms while protecting healthy tissues.
Radiation damages the DNA inside cancer cells, preventing them from growing, dividing, or repairing themselves. Over time, these cells die, and the body naturally eliminates them.
There are two main types of radiation therapy:
External Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT): High-energy radiation is delivered from a machine (like a linear accelerator) outside the body, aimed directly at the tumor.
ncludes advanced forms such as: 3D Conformal Radiotherapy (3D-CRT)
Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)
Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT)
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)
Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT)
Internal Radiation Therapy (Brachytherapy):Involves placing radioactive material inside or near the tumor.
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Radiation therapy is used to treat many types of cancers, including:
Head and Neck Cancers
Breast Cancer
Lung Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Cervical and Uterine Cancer
Brain Tumors
Rectal and Anal Cancers
Lymphoma
In some cases, radiation may also be used for benign conditions, such as keloids or certain neurological disorders.
A radiation oncologist performs several critical duties, including:
Evaluating patients and determining if radiation therapy is suitable.
Planning precise treatment doses and fields using imaging and computerized systems.
Overseeing the treatment process to ensure accuracy and safety.
Managing side effects and providing supportive care during therapy.
Collaborating with other cancer specialists—surgeons, medical oncologists, and radiologists—for comprehensive cancer management.
