Radiotherapy in Rampurhat

What is Radiotherapy

Radiotherapy uses carefully controlled high-energy radiation to damage the DNA of cancer cells. When the DNA inside a cancer cell is damaged, the cell loses its ability to grow and divide. Eventually, these damaged cancer cells die and are removed by the body. Radiotherapy is typically a local treatment, meaning it targets a specific tumor area while protecting surrounding healthy tissues.

When is Radiotherapy Used

• As the primary treatment for certain cancers
• After surgery to destroy remaining cancer cells (adjuvant therapy)
• Before surgery to shrink tumors (neoadjuvant therapy)
• Together with chemotherapy (chemoradiation)
• To relieve symptoms in advanced cancers (palliative radiotherapy)

Cancers Treated with Radiotherapy

• Oral cancer
• Head and neck cancer
• Breast cancer
• Lung cancer
• Cervical cancer
• Rectal cancer
• Brain tumors
• Prostate cancer

Halcyon BOLD Radiotherapy System

At Asha Cancer Institute, radiotherapy is delivered using the advanced Varian Halcyon BOLD system — a next-generation radiation therapy platform designed for high precision, faster treatment, and improved patient safety. Approximately 50–60% of cancer patients require radiotherapy at some stage of their treatment.

Advantages of Halcyon BOLD Technology

• Highly precise radiation delivery using Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) and Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
• Faster treatment sessions — often completed within a few minutes
• Advanced imaging before each session ensures accurate targeting
• Reduced radiation to healthy tissues and lower risk of complications
• Quiet treatment environment with smooth machine rotation for patient comfort
• Supports advanced techniques including Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)

Radiotherapy Treatment Process

• Consultation — radiation oncologist reviews biopsy reports, CT, MRI, and PET-CT scans
• Simulation and planning — a planning CT scan maps the tumor location precisely and an individualized treatment plan is designed
• Treatment delivery — typically given five days a week for several weeks, each session lasting 10–20 minutes
• The treatment itself is painless and similar to having an X-ray

Side Effects of Radiotherapy

• Fatigue
• Skin irritation in treated area
• Hair loss in treated area
• Mouth dryness (for head and neck treatment)
• Difficulty swallowing
• Nausea
• Diarrhea (for abdominal treatment)
• Most side effects are temporary and improve after treatment completion

When to Consult a Cancer Specialist

• Persistent mouth ulcers lasting more than 2–3 weeks
• Difficulty swallowing that does not improve
• Unexplained weight loss
• Persistent cough or hoarseness
• Abnormal bleeding
• Lumps or swelling in any part of the body
• Early diagnosis greatly improves treatment outcomes

Radiotherapy at Asha Cancer Institute, Rampurhat

At Asha Cancer Institute, cancer treatment is delivered through a multidisciplinary team including radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, medical physicists, and oncology nurses. Using the Varian Halcyon BOLD radiotherapy system, we provide precision radiation treatment, personalized treatment planning, safe and effective cancer care, and supportive care during therapy.

Important Medical Note

Website content is informational and not a substitute for emergency or individualized diagnosis. No guaranteed treatment outcome is claimed. Final care decisions depend on clinical examination and specialist judgment.