Radiation Therapy: Information from a California Mesothelioma Lawyer
An alternative or complement to mesothelioma surgery, radiation therapy can sometimes be effective as a treatment option for mesothelioma. Radiation therapy uses high-powered X-rays to kill cancer cells and is also known as radiotherapy, X-ray therapy, cobalt therapy, electron beam therapy or irradiation. A California mesothelioma lawyer from the law firm of Clapper & Patti can provide you with information on the various treatment options available for mesothelioma and other asbestos-related illnesses. We will provide you with strong legal representation as well as information to ensure your well being.
Types of Radiation Therapy for Mesothelioma
Radiation therapy to treat mesothelioma comes in two forms: external and internal.
External Radiation Therapy
External radiation therapy (ERT) is a painless form of radiation therapy that takes only a few minutes. In fact, the experience is very similar to having an X-ray taken. During ERT, a machine shoots high-energy rays into the patient's body.
Internal Radiation Therapy
The counterpart to ERT, internal radiation therapy (IRT) is an internal mesothelioma cancer therapy. IRT makes use of thin plastic tubes containing radioactive materials that emit radiation to nearby cancerous cells.
Your doctor will be able to determine which treatment option is best for you. Most mesothelioma patients receive one or the other; though some may benefit from both. It is important to contact a California mesothelioma lawyer from our firm to discuss your legal options and to go over the available treatments for mesothelioma.
Radiation Therapy and Surgery
Many times, your doctor may suggest the use of radiation therapy in addition to surgery to treat your mesothelioma. Used prior to surgery, radiation therapy can shrink a tumor, thereby increasing the success of tumor removal surgery. Radiotherapy generally takes only a few minutes a day, several times a week for one to two months. These parameters may vary from patient to patient.
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