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Used alone, or when combined with other cancer treatments, radiation
therapy can be a highly effective form of treatment, providing improved
chances for a full recovery. The PrimeMed Radiation Oncology
center will be using a number of advanced cancer therapy procedures
to provide aggressive cancer treatment that may also reduce unwanted
side effects.
Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy
(IMRT)
IMRT is specifically designed for more accurate delivery of radiation
directly to the tumor area and less radiation to normal tissues
and organs, resulting in greater destruction of the cancer with
fewer side effects or damage to a patient’s surrounding healthy
tissue.
High Dose Rate (HDR) Brachytherapy
Brachytherapy is used for many types of cancer, including gynecologic
malignancy, prostate, lung and breast cancers. High Dose Rate, or
HDR brachytherapy, allows for the delivery of internal radiation
sources directly to the cancer area with minimum risk to healthy
tissue. High intensity radiation is delivered directly to the site
of the tumors through plastic catheters. The radiation dose can
then be controlled within different regions of the affected area.
This reduces unnecessary exposure and causes less discomfort and
fewer complications than standard therapies. In fact, most treatments
can be performed as outpatient procedures.
3D Computer Imaging
Our advanced 3D computer imaging system helps us with the planning
process of cancer treatment therapy. This technology uses powerful
computer simulation software and procedures to precisely locate
and map the cancer. This allows us to determine the most effective
way of treating the cancer with radiation.
Chemotherapy Located in Same Facility
Patients of PrimeMed Radiation Oncology who need chemotherapy,
in addition to radiation therapy, have a convenient option available
to them. Hematology and Oncology Associates of Northeastern PA,
a highly respected oncology practice, is located in the same facility
as PrimeMed Radiation Oncology. Therefore, patients
can receive chemotherapy and radiation therapy at one location.
PET/CT
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) is an advanced imaging technique that is painless and safe, and provides unique information towards the diagnosis and management of many diseases. PET is one of the newest, most advanced procedures used to help identify and differentiate between both primary and metastatic cancer. It can also detect certain diseases of the heart and the brain.
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