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Radiation Therapy on the Magnetic Resonance Linear Accelerator (MR-Linac)
The MR-Linac is an advanced radiation treatment device that combines visualiztion using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) with a linear accelerator a machine that delivers high-energy radiation to treat cancer.This technology allows your care team to see the tumour’s size, shape, and position during every treatment, so radiation can be precisely targeted while minimizing radiation to nearby healthy tissue.In this video, you will learn what the MR-Linac is and how it works, how to prepare for your appointments, what to expect during your simulation and treatment sessions, and how your personalized radiation plan is created using detailed imaging.
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What is the MR-Linac and how does it work
What you'll learn
- How radiation is used to treat cancer
- How the MR-Linac is different from traditional radiation machines
- How the MR-Linac can help reduce radiation-related side effects
What to expect before your MR-Linac appointments
What you'll learn
- How to prepare for your first MR-Linac appointment
- How to stay safe near and around the MR-Linac area
- Common implants and devices to tell your radiation therapist about
What to expect at your simulation appointment
What you'll learn
- The purpose of the simulation appointment
- What to expect during your MR-Linac simulation appointment
- How to cooperate to help obtain clear and accurate images during your scan
- The importance of imaging in the planning of your radiation treatment
How Your treatment is planned
What you'll learn
- How your personalized treatment plan is created
Your treatment appointment
What you'll learn
- What to expect during your MR-Linac treatment appointment
- Why imaging is taken at each treatment appointment
- How to optimize your comfort during treatment
Acknowledgement
A special thanks to the Schwartz Reisman HPB Research Innovation Centre
