CyberKnife® Treatments
The list below shows a very brief summary of treatments offered, however it must be stressed that not all cases are suitable for CyberKnife® radiosurgery and some centres do not offer all treatments. The list is based on current information but is subject to revision from time to time.
Brain
Brain
Acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma), meningeoma, haemangioblastoma, jugular foramens tumour, other neuromas, metastases, AVM (ateriovenous malformation), trigeminal neuralgia
Eye
Eye
Uveal melanoma
Spine
Spine
Metastases, neuromas, meningeomas, haemangioblastomas, MPNST (malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumour).
Body
Body
Certain tumours to the lung, liver, pancreas and prostate. Note that some of these treatments require a multi-modal approach and that CyberKnife® alone may not be sufficient.
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Body tumours are treated using the Sychrony software (left) which allows the CyberKnife® to track soft tissue tumors, compensating for natural movement due to breathing and which has extended the range of treatments that can be offered.
Small metal markers are implanted near the tumour and must be allowed to settle for a few days before treatment. They are not required for brain and spine treatments however where CyberKnife® Centres use the 'X-Sight' software, which allows the CyberKnife® to use the patient's own bone structure to provide the necessary markers.
Small metal markers are implanted near the tumour and must be allowed to settle for a few days before treatment. They are not required for brain and spine treatments however where CyberKnife® Centres use the 'X-Sight' software, which allows the CyberKnife® to use the patient's own bone structure to provide the necessary markers.
The latest treatment protocols are announced on the manufacturer‘s websites www.cyberknife.com and www.accuray.com. Please note that MHL is not responsible for any content on those web sites.
For details on treatments offered at the centres which you apply to through MHL visit our dedicated website www.cyberknifeservice.com. You will also find helpful information on how cases are assessed for treatment.
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