What is Breast Cancer Radiation Treatment?
Radiation therapy is the use of high-energy rays to prevent the growth and division of cancerous cells. Also known as radiotherapy, radiation treatment is a method which aims to target and destroy cancer cells. It is also used in treatment of other types of cancer, such as stomach cancer and cervical cancer. It is estimated that 50% of all cancer patients undergo radiation as part of their treatment. Radiation treatment is distinct from chemotherapy as radiation therapy targets a specific area of the body that is affected by cancer, while chemotherapy is a systematic form of cancer therapy, meaning it treats the entire body. Radiation therapy is an effective tool in the treatment of cancer, especially when cancer is detected in its early stages. Approximately 50% of all cancer patients undergo radiation as part of their cancer treatment.
