Tomotherapy

During the treatment

• During the procedure, the patient is made to lie down on the table which can move in all four directions. The area which is not to be exposed to the radiations will be covered by a material.
• The machine directs the radiations on the area to be treated. The radiographer operates the machine and the patient can talk to him/her via intercom.
• The procedure requires the patient to remain as still as possible. It takes only a few minutes each day and is completely pain-free. In the first week of therapy and for the coming weeks, the staff and oncologist ensure that the therapy continues in synchronisation with the devised plan.

After the treatment

• During the weeks of treatment, the patient is monitored closely, for treatment schedule, doses and general health.
• The patient will undergo some imaging tests so that the doctor can figure out the efficiency of radiations.
• If the patient feels allergic to radiations or observes any side-effects, which happens rarely, the same should be conveyed to the doctor or the oncologist.