Types of tumors treated by CyberKnife

CyberKnife, one of the latest treatments of cancer in the world, has offered a new ray of hope for cancer patients. This treatment is very effective in curing cases which are considered to be challenging in the conventional treatment methods. The unique CyberKnife® system can considerably minimize the number of radiotherapy sessions and also delay the initiation of chemotherapy. The high effectiveness and minimal side effects have made CyberKnife® as a great substitute to traditional radiotherapy. The level of precision and accuracy is far better than the results obtained in traditional radiation therapies. Another advantage is that through Cyberknife, tumors in any part of the body can be effectively treated.

The true location and the base of the tumor is effectively tracked by CyberKnife. The position is re adjusted to ensure the perfect dose of extracranial radiation. Through this, the normal parts are less exposed, such as 1-5 centimeters compared to 30 or more. This created less impact on the patients also makes it possible to cure in-operable cases, various types of radio-resistant tumors and formerly irradiated patients.

CyberKnife® system is effective in the treatment of almost all types of tumors in various parts of the body. Multiple tumors at various locations can be effectively cured at a single session. Some types of tumors treated by Cyberknife are:

Cancerous and non-cancerous brain tumors: Benign as well as malignant brain tumors can be effectively treated by Cyberknife. Tumors in almost any part of the brain are effectively treated with the therapy.

Spine tumors: Spine tumors occur due to abnormal growth of cells in the spinal cord or the surrounding areas. Various types of tumors like leukemic tumors, lymphoma, myeloma and others can occur in the spinal cord.

Lung Tumors: Lung Tumors are excessive growth of cells in the lungs. Some of the common tumors in the lungs are clear cell (sugar) tumor, adenoma, and granular cell tumor and so on.

In addition to these, CyberKnife® is also very effective in treatment of other forms of tumor like liver tumors, pancreas tumors, prostrate tumors, pelvic tumors and so on. The side effects are minimal and the results are long lasting.

By treating various tumors in almost all body parts with almost cent percent accuracy, Cyberknife has really opened a new dimension in medical oncology.