New technology for the treatment of brain cancer is
advancing every day. Every day, hope increases.
The GliaSite Radiation Therapy System (RTS), one of the
most promising therapies introduced in the last ten
years, is designed for the treatment of newly
diagnosed, metastatic and recurrent brain tumors by
delivering radiation from within the cavity created by
the surgical removal of the tumor.
The device combines the patented GliaSite balloon
catheter with Iotrex® Radiotherapy Solution, a proprietary
radiation source specifically developed to treat
patients with malignant tumors.
Until now, internal radiation therapy was known to be
effective, but very difficult to perform, with
significant patient complications. The GliaSite RTS
maximizes the benefits of internal radiotherapy while
minimizing the disadvantages. The GliaSite RTS enables
physicians to offer internal radiation therapy to more
patients than ever before.
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