Radiotherapy
Radiotherapy is one of the most effective and widely used methods in cancer treatment. At Sante Oncology Centers, we use advanced technologies such as Linear Accelerators (LINAC) to deliver high-energy radiation with precision, targeting tumors while protecting surrounding healthy tissues.
Our approach is based on patient safety, treatment accuracy, and international clinical standards, supported by a multidisciplinary team of specialists.
Linear Accelerator (LINAC)
What is a Linac
A Linear Accelerator (LINAC) is an advanced medical device used to deliver high-energy X-ray radiation to cancerous tumors with high precision. The goal of LINAC-based radiotherapy is to destroy cancer cells while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues.
Modern LINAC systems use advanced imaging, computer-assisted planning, and precise patient positioning to ensure accurate dose delivery. Treatments are carefully planned by a multidisciplinary team, including radiation oncologists, medical physicists, and radiotherapy technologists.
LINAC treatments are non-invasive, painless, and usually delivered over multiple sessions, depending on the clinical indication.
Radiotherapy Methods Used with LINAC
External Beam Radiotherapy (EBRT)
External Beam Radiotherapy delivers radiation from outside the body, targeting the tumor from multiple angles. This approach allows for uniform dose distribution and protection of nearby organs at risk.
Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)
IMRT is an advanced form of radiotherapy that modulates the intensity of radiation beams. This allows:
- Higher doses to the tumor
- Lower doses to surrounding normal tissues
- Improved treatment precision for complex tumor shapes
Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT)
IGRT uses imaging, such as CT or X-ray guidance, immediately before or during treatment to verify tumor position. This increases accuracy and allows for safe dose escalation when clinically appropriate.
Stereotactic Radiotherapy (SRT / SBRT)
Stereotactic techniques deliver highly focused radiation in a small number of sessions. They are used for small, well-defined tumors and require advanced imaging and immobilization systems.
Diseases and Conditions Treated with Radiotherapy
Radiotherapy is an essential component in the treatment of many malignant and selected benign conditions. Treatment decisions are always individualized and based on international clinical guidelines.
Common Cancers Treated with Radiotherapy
- Breast cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Lung cancer
- Head and neck cancers
- Brain tumors
- Gynecological cancers (cervical, uterine)
- Gastrointestinal cancers (rectal, esophageal)
- Skin cancers
- Lymphomas
Stereotactic and Specialized Indications
- Brain metastases
- Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs)
- Selected benign brain tumors
- Functional neurological disorders (in selected cases)
Palliative Radiotherapy
Radiotherapy can also be used to:
- Relieve pain
- Control bleeding
- Reduce tumor-related symptoms
- Improve quality of life in advanced disease
Treatment Planning and Patient Safety
Every radiotherapy treatment is:
- Planned using CT-based simulation
- Reviewed by a multidisciplinary tumor board
- Calculated and verified by medical physicists
- Delivered under strict radiation safety and quality assurance protocols
Patient safety, ethical practice, and informed consent are fundamental principles of our radiotherapy services.
List Of Options
Routine hematology and coagulation testing is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Additionally, advanced hematological tests are a performed using a variety of techniques including flow cytometry and electrophoresis based methods and are available from Monday to Friday, 7 am – 5 pm.
What is radiotherapy?
Radiotherapy is a treatment method that uses high-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells while protecting surrounding healthy tissues.
Is radiotherapy painful?
No, radiotherapy is completely painless. Patients do not feel the radiation during treatment sessions.
How long does radiotherapy treatment take?
Treatment duration varies depending on the diagnosis, but most sessions last only a few minutes and are repeated over several days or weeks.
What technologies are used in radiotherapy?
Modern radiotherapy uses advanced technologies such as Linear Accelerators (LINAC), IMRT, IGRT, and stereotactic techniques for precise treatment.
What types of cancer can be treated with radiotherapy?
Radiotherapy is commonly used for breast, prostate, lung, brain, and gastrointestinal cancers, among others.
How is patient safety ensured during treatment?
All treatments are carefully planned using imaging technologies and are monitored under strict safety protocols by a specialized team.
