Radiation Oncology:
Radiation has been an effective tool for treating cancer for over 100 years.Approximately 60% of cancer patients receive radiation therapy as part of their treatment.Radiation oncology is the medical specialty that uses radiation energy to treat malignant diseases and occasionally benign conditions.Radiation therapy works by damaging the DNA within cancer cells, preventing them from reproducing.Modern advances include personalized treatment planning, imaging innovations, and integration with systemic therapies.
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Personalized and Targeted Approaches
Radiation in Specific Populations
Combination and Synergistic Therapies
Mechanisms and Biology
Imaging and Biomarkers
Clinical Applications
Supportive and Palliative Care
Advanced Modalities
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