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What is Image-Guided Skin Cancer Treatment (IG-SRT)?
Image-Guided SRT is a Non-Invasive, Pain-Free procedure, specifically designed for Basal and Squamous Cell Skin Cancer.
It uses low-energy X-rays to precisely target and destroy basal and squamous cell skin cancers, while minimizing damage to healthy surrounding tissue. It is considered the best alternative to surgical removal due to its cosmetic benefits and minimal downtime.
* No Doubt/ Precise Targeting
Ultrasound imaging allows the doctor to accurately visualize the tumor boundaries, ensuring the radiation is delivered directly to the cancerous area only...
with 99%+ cure rate
* No Surgical Procedure or Scarring
Unlike traditional surgical excision, IG-SRT does not involve cutting, bleeding, stitches, scarring or reconstructive surgery. It's particularly beneficial for cosmetically sensitive areas like face.
* No Hospital
Treatment can be quickly and efficiently done in the dermatology office by a Radiation Therapist.
* No Downtime/ No Limited Activities
Quicker recovery compared to surgery or invasive treatments, most patients resume normal activities immediately. No hospital required
* Comfortable Treatment
Because it only penetrates a shallow depth, IG-SRT usually causes minimal skin irritation.
* Mobility!
Due to it's versatility, we have the option to bring the machine to the patient, rather than the patient to the machine.
* Flexible System Solutions
Easy-to-use radiation therapy systems can treat a wide range of lesion sizes and locations.
* Available for Every Patient
Effective for all patients, even those who are not suitable candidates for surgery. We make sure to treat everyone facing non-melanoma skin cancer.
Explore the Image-Guided SRT System
Specialized clinical solutions for radiation oncology, dermatology and veterinary medicine
• VERSATILITY – customized energy selection to suit patient and clinical requirements
• MOBIL – we now offer in-home care through our mobile system, bringing the treatment directly to patients.
• PERFORMANCE – accuracy and flexibility with multiple treatment field sizes and easier workflow
• VALUE & EFFICIENCY – cost effective route to increasing radiotherapy capacity
What is Radiation Therapy? Radiation therapy is a type of medical treatment that uses energy to damage cells that are causing medical problems, usually related to cancer. Radiation therapy most often uses X-rays, but protons or other types of energy also come under this classification. Sometimes radiation comes from an external beam source, like with Xstrahl systems, and sometimes it comes from a placement of energy inside the body, called brachytherapy."
How does Radiation Therapy work? Radiation therapy works by destroying the genetic material that controls how cells grow and divide. Although both healthy and cancerous cells are damaged by radiation therapy, the goal of radiation therapy is to destroy the cancer cells and reduce as much dose to healthy tissue as possible. Normal cells are usually capable of repairing radiation damage.
* What is Image-Guided Superficial Radiation Therapy (IG-SRT)? Superficial radiation therapy is a type of radiation that has lower energy. Low-energy X-rays, like those used in Xstrahl technology, help treat lesions that are very shallow – like the ones on your skin. In many cases, a simple series of low-dose X-ray treatments can provide excellent clinical results for non-melanoma skin cancer as well as other benign conditions, in addition to a better treatment experience.
* What types of disease can be treated with Superficial Radiation Therapy? For non-melanoma skin cancer, patients with basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma, radiotherapy provides an alternative to surgical treatment and often minimizes scarring. Radiation therapy provides a good treatment option in a dermatology setting when surgery is not preferred, as it offers outcomes comparable to surgical excisions with low complication rates. Radiation therapy can also be used for post-operative keloid treatment and other benign conditions, such as Dupuytren’s contracture and Ledderhose disease. Slightly higher energy devices deliver orthovoltage radiation therapy, which can be used to treat soft tissue metastases and bony metastases for palliative purposes.
* How long is a typical treatment? Treatment varies depending on condition and body site, however, most treatments are done in a matter of minutes, and are delivered by a radiation oncologist or dermatologist. Treatments may be repeated over a number of days or weeks, depending on your condition.
* What does a typical treatment involve? Typically, treatment will involve you sitting or lying in a comfortable position. The Xstrahl system is placed over the treatment area and turned on. Within a few minutes, after the treatment has been delivered, you are free to leave. If you’re having keloids treated, you will first need to schedule radiotherapy and then surgery. Once the surgery is complete, but before it has healed, you will receive a course of radiation therapy directly over the wound.
* What impact will treatment have on my life? Unlike surgery or more invasive types of radiation therapy, superficial radiation therapy has a very low impact on day-to-day life. During treatment, you can continue to live your life your way, and thanks to the short treatment times, you don’t need to spend a lot of time at your clinic.
* Does the treatment leave scars? Xstrahl systems provide non-invasive electronic brachytherapy, superficial radiation therapy, and orthovoltage radiation therapy to treat a variety of conditions. As a result, this treatment is much less likely than surgery to cause scarring. If you’re receiving treatment for keloids, the radiotherapy will not cause additional scarring, and will make it much more likely that the keloid scar will not come back.
* Will I need follow-up treatments? Radiation therapy tends to be applied over a series of treatments, however, once the course of treatments is over, you won’t need to have follow-up courses.
* Is Image-Guided SRT covered by insurance? Yes, Image-Guided SRT is covered by Medicare and most commercial insurance companies, depending on individual coverage. It is best to discuss coverage with the facility/dermatologist providing the treatment.
* Is Image-Guided SRT cleared by the FDA? Image-Guided SRT, a medical device that delivers precise low-energy radiation using ultrasound imaging as guidance to treat a tumor or other conditions on the body, received FDA clearance in 2015. In order to receive the clearance, the device manufacture submitted data and other clinical studies to demonstrate its safety and effectiveness to the FDA.
* Does the treatment hurt? The treatment is completely painless; however, you may experience some discomfort in the weeks after treatment as the area heals.
* What are the side effects of treatment? Any side effects from skin radiation therapy usually are limited to the area receiving therapy. These can include: ∙ Skin irritation, ranging from redness to peeling and scabbing over ∙ Changes in skin color ∙ Hair loss in the area being treated
* What is the cure rate? Radiant Aura treatments offer highly efficient cure rates. In treatments for skin cancers using superficial radiotherapy, the Radiant Aura system is comparable to surgical excision, with 90-95% effectiveness. In the treatment of keloids, combined with a suitable surgical extraction, the Radiant Aura system offers a cure rate of up to 94 percent. For more specific cure rates speak to your clinician.
* What does Image-Guided SRT cost? Medicare and most commercial insurances cover Image-Guided SRT. However, every situation is unique. The medical practice offering the treatment should be able to provide you an estimated cost based on your insurance coverage, complexity of the case and various other factors. Please contact your dermatology office for billing questions.