Researchers at the Paul Scherrer Institute have successfully integrated a new workflow into everyday clinical practice for proton therapy, marking a significant advancement in personalized cancer treatment. This workflow involves daily low-dose CT scans to adapt treatment plans based on patients' current anatomical changes, improving precision in targeting tumors while reducing radiation exposure to healthy tissues. Initial tests conducted on five patients with bony tumors showed that the adjusted treatment process adds only a minimal time delay during sessions. The researchers anticipate that this innovative approach could become standard practice in proton therapy centers worldwide, enhancing treatment effectiveness and safety for cancer patients.
Sat, 21 Sep 2024 06:13:29 GMT | healthcare-in-europe.com