Proton Therapy forGastrointestinal Cancers
Abdominal cancers affect the gastrointestinal system (GI) including organs such as the esophagus, stomach, kidney, liver, gall bladder, pancreas, bowel or bladder. The adrenal system and lymph nodes can also suffer, as well as areas such as the anus, bile ducts and colon.
Using proton therapy can reduce negative effects to healthy organs surrounding the cancerous area that requires radiation.
Furthermore, at Southwest Florida Proton, we take pride in providing an elevated patient experience by a caring, compassionate team within a brand-new state-of-the-art facility.
Common Types of GI Cancers
Cancer can occur in any part of the body including the GI tract. If you have received a cancer diagnosis in any of these areas, ask your doctor about proton treatment as part of your overall plan for treating the condition. Many oncologists recommend:
- Proton treatment for esophagus and stomach cancer
- Proton treatment for liver cancer
- Financial/Administrative
- Proton treatment for gall bladder cancer
- Proton treatment for bowel cancer
Reducing Risk Factors forGI Cancer Patients
Proton therapy reduces the risk of:
- Radiation-induced Liver Dysfunction – for patients who have had prior radiation treatments, poor liver function or larger liver tumors
- Nausea and diarrhea
- Radiation exposure to the bone marrow, spleen and circulating lymphocytes, which reduces immune function
- Low blood counts – including anemia and neutropenia
Is Southwest Florida Proton Right for Your Gastrointestinal Cancer?
There is a possibility radiation therapy could be beneficial to you. Make an appointment for a complimentary evaluation today.