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What are the Advantages of Pencil Beam Scanning?

PBS offers several significant advantages over conventional radiation therapy:
Precision: The narrow beam can be manipulated with high accuracy, ensuring that the radiation is concentrated on the tumor.
Reduced Side Effects: By minimizing the exposure of healthy tissue to radiation, PBS reduces the risk of side effects compared to traditional radiation therapy.
Flexibility: PBS can treat complex-shaped tumors and those located near critical structures, providing options for cases that might be challenging for other forms of radiation therapy.
Effectiveness: Studies have shown that PBS can be particularly effective in treating certain types of cancers, such as pediatric cancers, prostate cancer, and head and neck cancers.

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