Radiation therapy is a non-surgical treatment option used for select skin cancers when surgery may not be ideal or preferred.
DermRay radiation therapy delivers focused, controlled energy to destroy cancer cells while preserving surrounding healthy tissue, making it a valuable option for specific patients and treatment areas.
Treatment Options
Superficial Radiation Therapy (SRT) Image-guided SRT uses low-level, targeted radiation to treat basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Treatment is delivered in a series of short, painless in-office sessions, allowing cancer cells to be destroyed gradually without the need for surgical excision.
Non-Surgical Alternative to Surgery Radiation therapy may be recommended for patients who are not ideal surgical candidates due to medical conditions, age, anticoagulant use, or personal preference. It is also commonly used for cosmetically sensitive areas where surgery may be more complex.
Organ and Tissue Preservation Approach DermRay treatment focuses radiation precisely on the affected area to minimize impact on surrounding healthy skin. This approach helps preserve cosmetic appearance and maintain normal skin function.
Treatment Planning & Mapping Before treatment begins, a detailed assessment is performed to determine lesion depth, size, and location. A customized treatment plan is then created to ensure accurate dosing and optimal results.
Follow-Up & Skin Monitoring After completion of therapy, patients are closely monitored to ensure proper healing and to check for any recurrence or new lesions. Ongoing skin cancer surveillance remains an important part of long-term care.
