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- Title
Transforming cancer care in Australia: The dawn of particle therapy.
- Authors
Gorayski, Peter; Saran, Frank
- Abstract
The article discusses the introduction of particle therapy as a cutting-edge treatment option for cancer patients in Australia. Particle therapy uses ionising particles, such as protons, to target and destroy cancer cells with precision while minimizing damage to healthy tissue. The article acknowledges the challenges of integrating particle therapy into national healthcare, including limited reimbursement indications and high operational costs. However, it highlights the potential benefits of particle therapy, particularly for pediatric and rare cancers, and emphasizes the importance of patient engagement and collaboration in healthcare decision-making. The article concludes by celebrating the innovation and commitment to patient care demonstrated by the Australian radiation oncology community in the field of particle therapy.
- Subjects
CANCER treatment; CHORDOMA; PLANNING techniques; HEALTH facilities; EXTERNAL beam radiotherapy
- Publication
Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences, 2024, Vol 71, p3
- ISSN
2051-3909
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1002/jmrs.784