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CyberKnife Radiosurgery Benefits

Extremely accurate radiation targeting means a biologically ablative dose of radiation can be used, offering the patient a better chance for a cure
No invasive head frame or other rigid immobilization device is required
The ability to perform radiosurgery (1-5 fractions) on targets throughout the body, not just the brain
Precise targeting (within 1 mm) of selected lesions in the brain and body
A unique ability to provide real time monitoring of the treated target throughout treatment using an advanced image-guidance system
Continually checks and compensates for any movement made during treatments, ensuring accuracy
The capacity to perform fractionated radiosurgery
Eliminates risks related to surgery, including potential infection, complication from anesthesia and post-operative bleeding
Requires no recovery time. Treatments are done on an outpatient basis
Patients undergo their treatment and immediately resume normal daily activities
Painless treatment
Requires minimal or no sedation
No Incisions
Low risk of complications
Improved quality of life