Centro Médico Teknon
Raimon Miralbell
At Teknon Medical Center radiation for rectal cancer is applied by an oncologist at the Oncological Institute. Physicians use IMRT technique to manage the disease.
A linear accelerator is used. It emits rays that only affect tumor tissues and do not damage healthy cells. A radiologist sets the necessary intensity of irradiation, depending on the size and shape of the tumor. Radiotherapy is carried out in courses, in an outpatient regime. Full course may last 4-8 weeks.