This recording is from the second session of Xstrahl's 2021 clinical symposia, Radiotherapy for Benign Conditions. https://vimeo.com/710916275
Radiotherapy for Hyperproliferative Disorders
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Radiotherapy for Benign Skin Conditions
This recording is from the third session of Xstrahl's 2021 clinical symposia, Radiotherapy for Benign Conditions. https://vimeo.com/711325664
Radiotherapy for Eyelid Cancer
It can be difficult to treat cancer of the eyelid. Treatment with surgery often leads to tissue loss. Superficial radiotherapy can be used, but typically involves a topical anesthetic and the user of an internal eye shield, which can present risks and challenges...
Radiotherapy of Skin Cancer in Patient with PTEN Mutation
Mutations of the phosphatase and tensin homolog (PTEN) gene can affect cancer development and cause large hamartomatous skin change in sun-exposed areas. Radiotherapy has reportedly caused increased acute toxicity for this with PTEN variants, however, this case...
Xstrahl 300 used in Lower Leg Lesion Treatment
It can be difficult to treat non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) of the lower legs. The blood supply of the lower legs makes surgery challenging, and radiotherapy below the knee is controversial because of the fear of radiation-induced ulcers. In the study, "Lesion-based...
Radiation Therapy During COVID
Hear from our CEO, Adrian Treverton, about treating non-melanoma skin cancer patients safely during COVID. Patients most likely to develop basal or squamous cell carcinoma are those in the age range at greater risk of serious illness from COVID, so safe and short...
Spotlight on Precision Dermatology: Texas Physicians Work Together to Expand NMSC Treatment Options
One common question dermatologists often ask about incorporating radiation therapy into their practice is “How much involvement do I need from a radiation oncologist?” Regulations concerning physician supervision, reimbursement, and radiation shielding can vary quite...
Xstrahl in Action: Xstrahl 300 used in Definitive Radiotherapy
Skin cancer is an increasingly common condition, particularly keratinocytic cancers like basal cell carcinoma and cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. Surgery has been the standard treatment for these, but affects functional and/or cosmetic outcomes. Definitive...
Superficial & Orthovoltage Radiotherapy for the Treatment of Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer and Other Benign Conditions
Non-melanoma skin cancer is the most common cancer in the world today, with approximately 1.5 million cases in 2016—and that number is growing rapidly. While this type of cancer has a low morbidity rate, surgical treatment often leaves patients with dysfunctions,...
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