What does tumor radiotherapy mean?

Tumor radiotherapy is a tumor treatment method designed by accurate calculation and radiation physics, which kills tumor cells by directional use of high-energy radiation. Radiation can destroy the DNA of cancer cells, thus preventing their division and reproduction, and controlling or eliminating tumors through death or lack of regenerative ability.

Compared with traditional treatment methods, tumor radiotherapy has the following advantages:

No surgery: tumor radiotherapy is a non-invasive treatment method, and it can achieve curative effect without surgery.

Low side effects: Tumor radiotherapy not only kills cancer cells, but also does little damage to healthy cells, so its side effects are lower than other treatment methods.

High cure rate: compared with other treatment methods, tumor radiotherapy has a higher cure rate, which can treat tumors at an early stage and improve the survival time.

Tumor radiotherapy is usually used for the early treatment of cancer or as an adjuvant treatment after surgery. As we all know, tumor radiotherapy has been used in many cancer types, such as breast cancer and gastrointestinal tumors. In addition, tumor radiotherapy can be combined with radiotherapy and chemotherapy to achieve better curative effect. However, each patient and each tumor have different requirements, and patients should consult professional doctors to ensure the best treatment plan.