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CyberKnife treatment is an outpatient procedure that requires no incisions, no general anesthesia, no hospitalization and no long recovery period. CyberKnife treatment can be completed in dramatically fewer treatment sessions, compared to conventional radiation therapy.
- What to Expect
CyberKnife treatment can be completed in as little as 1-5...
- What to Expect
29 Σεπ 2018 · CyberKnife can be used as a first-line treatment for early-stage prostate cancer. It can be combined with hormone therapy for cancer that has spread into nearby tissues. It can also be used to...
CyberKnife treatment can be completed in as little as 1-5 visits within 1-2 weeks, compared to 15 sessions over 3 weeks with conventional whole-brain radiation therapy.
The recovery time is quick after Gamma Knife surgery. In most cases, you can get back to your normal activities the next day, without interruption. Your provider may ask you to limit strenuous activities for a few days following the procedure.
The CyberKnife robot moves around you to deliver precise treatment that can be adjusted as the prostate moves when you breathe. Treatment takes between 30 and 90 minutes (larger tumors take longer to treat than smaller ones). Why Use Cyberknife for Prostate Cancer? Cyberknife may be a good option for you if you have prostate cancer because:
During a CyberKnife procedure, you will lie comfortably on the treatment table, which automatically positions you for your treatment. Anesthesia is not required, as the procedure is painless and noninvasive. Your treatment generally lasts between 30 and 90 minutes. There are minimal side effects from CyberKnife treatment.
CyberKnife treatments last an hour to two hours based on the type of tumor being treated. Because CyberKnife delivers precise radiation to the tumor, treatment can be completed in one to five days. The frequency of treatments depends on the type of tumor and where the tumor is located.
