North Shore Radiation Therapy Treating Cancer Using RapidArc(TM) Radiotherapy Technology, a Fast, Precise Cancer Treatment | Varian

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North Shore Radiation Therapy Treating Cancer Using RapidArc(TM) Radiotherapy Technology, a Fast, Precise Cancer Treatment

HUNTINGTON, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--North Shore Radiation Therapy in Huntington, New York has started treating cancer patients with RapidArc™ radiotherapy technology, a fast, precise form of treatment using advanced technology from Varian Medical Systems. The new RapidArc™ treatment is two to eight times faster than conventional forms of radiotherapy. This precision can make a significant difference in the patient’s outcome. This IMRT treatment, which takes about 90 seconds, is delivered significantly faster than other regional facilities where treatment time can last 20 minutes or longer. Reducing this time means treatment can be delivered before the patient becomes uncomfortable and potentially moves.

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