Hadron Therapy
Hadron therapy, also known as particle therapy, is an advanced form of radiation treatment that uses charged particles such as protons or carbon ions to destroy cancer cells. Unlike conventional X-ray radiation, hadron therapy delivers energy directly to the tumor with high precision, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
The therapy works on the principle of the Bragg peak, where the energy from the particle beam is released primarily at a specific depth within the body. This allows doctors to target deep-seated or complex tumors with greater accuracy.
Hadron therapy is particularly beneficial for treating cancers near sensitive organs, pediatric cancers, and radiation-resistant tumors. Although it requires sophisticated equipment and infrastructure, it represents a major advancement in cancer treatment technology, offering improved survival rates and fewer long-term side effects.