Reducing the Burden of Breast Cancer Treatment: Sagara Hospital Launches "5-Fraction Ultrahypofractionated Radiotherapy"
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Sagara Hospital in Kagoshima Prefecture has announced the launch of a new radiation therapy for breast cancer patients called "ultrahypofractionated radiotherapy." This is a new treatment method that significantly reduces the number of radiation sessions, thereby lessening the burden of hospital visits for patients.
Until now, radiation therapy for breast cancer required patients to visit the hospital repeatedly over the course of several weeks. In recent years, however, a method known as "hypofractionated radiotherapy," which adjusts the radiation dose per session to reduce the total number of treatments, has become widespread. With this new treatment method, that number has been further reduced, making it possible to complete the entire course of therapy in just five sessions.
By introducing this treatment, patients will need to visit the hospital less frequently, making it easier to balance their treatment with work and family life. Furthermore, by reducing the time and physical strain associated with hospital visits, improvements in the quality of life (QOL) for patients are expected.
Sagara Hospital aims to create an environment where more patients can receive treatment with peace of mind by actively incorporating the latest medical technologies. Thanks to advancements in medicine, cancer treatment is evolving to become shorter and more patient-friendly.
Sources: Siemens Healthineers
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