Precise radiotherapy
Targeted treatment of tumors
In radiotherapy or radiation therapy, tumors are treated with ionizing radiation. During this process, energy—calculated by the physicist—is targeted into a volume defined by the physician to destroy the tumor and any potential secondary growths (metastases).
Thanks to major advances in imaging and modern computing power, radiotherapy can now be administered in a highly targeted manner. This allows higher doses to be applied to the tumor area while sparing the surrounding healthy tissue as much as possible. This enables the treatment of larger or complexly located tumors while simultaneously reducing side effects.
Modern technology and close collaboration
What can you expect in radiotherapy?
Radiotherapy is based on precise planning and exact physical calculation of the radiation dose. The goal is to control the radiation so that the defined tumor volume is effectively treated while sparing the surrounding healthy tissue as much as possible.
Precise treatment techniques
Dose calculation is performed by specialized physicists and is individually tailored to the tumor situation. Modern procedures such as Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT) enable an optimized distribution of the radiation dose within the treatment field.
With Image Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT), the patient’s positioning is continuously monitored during therapy. Organ movements, such as those caused by breathing, are taken into account and compensated for. This accuracy is a prerequisite for safe and effective treatment.
Interdisciplinary planning and implementation
Radiotherapy is carried out in close collaboration between radiotherapists, medical oncologists, and palliative care specialists. Due to our close proximity, multidisciplinary discussions are possible immediately.
Following the medical consultation, individual radiation planning can take place promptly. The treatment is carried out at the Institute for Radiotherapy at Hirslanden Klinik Aarau, which has the necessary technical facilities.
Maximum precision in every treatment session
Exact planning and continuous monitoring of the radiation
The radiation dose is individually calculated and precisely tailored to the defined tumor volume. Modern procedures such as IMRT and IGRT enable optimized dose distribution and continuous monitoring of patient positioning and organ movements during therapy.
From A to Z
Process of assessment and treatment
For the treatment of many tumor diseases
Who is radiotherapy intended for?
Radiotherapy is a component of treatment for many tumor diseases.
It is used:
Depending on the type of tumor, its location, and stage, an individual decision is made as to whether and in what form radiation therapy is appropriate.
