Ion irradiation

The ion irradiation is a form of therapy for cancer . In contrast to radiation with electromagnetic radiation, the maximum amount of energy is discharged directly in the tumor focus. The overlying tissue is much less damaged. The chances of recovery are no greater than with therapy with other rays, but there are far fewer side effects. Mainly carbon and neon ions are used.

This form of therapy has nothing to do with "endogenous cyclotronic ion therapy".

See also: radiation therapy , particle therapy , proton therapy , heavy ion therapy

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• Tumor therapy with heavy ions (PDF; 2.5 MB)

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