Radiation

Radiation can be administered to mesothelioma patients externally or internally. External beam radiation therapy delivers targeted, high energy x-rays to the tumor to destroy cancer cells. On the other hand, internal radiation, also known as brachytherapy, implants radioactive seeds near or inside cancerous tumors. In addition, radiation can be delivered orally or through a vein in systemic radiation therapy.

Because of continuing research on radiation methods, scientists are discovering new ways of killing cancer cells without harming healthy ones. For instance, methods such as Intense Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) and Tomotherapy are allowing minimal damage to healthy tissue while still effectively treating the cancer.

• External Beam Radiation Therapy
• Brachytherapy
• Systemic Radiation Therapy