With this new system, the physician will check the location, then deliver precise radiation therapy based on a customized plan. TomoTherapy combines precise 3-D imaging from computerized tomography (CT scanning) with highly targeted radiation beams.

Before beginning a TomoTherapy treatment, the physician uses 3-D images and special software to establish the precise contours for each tumor and any regions at risk, such as sensitive organs or structures.

The physician decides how much radiation the tumor should receive, as well as acceptable levels for surrounding structures. Then the system calculates the appropriate pattern, position, and intensity of the radiation beam to be delivered, to match the physician's prescription as closely as possible.

For more information, please call the Department of Radiation Oncology at (973) 322-5630.

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