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3D conformal radiotherapy (3D-CRT) is a precise form of radiation therapy that shapes the radiation beams to match the three-dimensional shape of the | 3D conformal radiotherapy (3D-CRT) is a precise form of radiation therapy that shapes the radiation beams to match the three-dimensional shape of the tumour. Using advanced imaging technologies, 3D-CRT allows for highly accurate targeting of the cancerous tissue while sparing as much surrounding healthy tissue as possible. This technique is effective for treating a variety of cancers, including those in the prostate, lung, brain, and head and neck. The treatment is meticulously planned by a team of radiation oncologists and medical physicists to deliver the optimal radiation dose from multiple angles. By focusing radiation more precisely, 3D-CRT reduces side effects and improves the chances of successful treatment, providing patients with a more targeted and effective cancer therapy option. | ||
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3D conformal radiotherapy (3D-CRT) is a precise form of radiation therapy that shapes the radiation beams to match the three-dimensional shape of the tumour. Using advanced imaging technologies, 3D-CRT allows for highly accurate targeting of the cancerous tissue while sparing as much surrounding healthy tissue as possible. This technique is effective for treating a variety of cancers, including those in the prostate, lung, brain, and head and neck. The treatment is meticulously planned by a team of radiation oncologists and medical physicists to deliver the optimal radiation dose from multiple angles. By focusing radiation more precisely, 3D-CRT reduces side effects and improves the chances of successful treatment, providing patients with a more targeted and effective cancer therapy option.
