Dedication Ceremony Held for Introduction of Advanced Linear Accelerator and Surface-Guided Radiation Therapy System
Yongin Severance Hospital to Provide Enhanced, Patient-Centered Precision Cancer Treatment
Yongin Severance Hospital has introduced the latest linear accelerator and a surface-guided radiation therapy system, holding a dedication ceremony on April 24.
With the introduction of the advanced TrueBeam linear accelerator and the next-generation surface-guided radiation therapy (SGRT) system, Catalyst HD, Yongin Severance Hospital plans to provide enhanced, patient-centered precision radiation therapy. The addition of this new equipment is expected to increase the number of daily treatments by up to 80%, significantly reducing patient wait times.
TrueBeam is a state-of-the-art linear accelerator that enables high-precision cancer treatment while improving patient convenience, thanks to its high dose rate, accuracy, and a variety of treatment options. The integrated HyperArc technology allows for the simultaneous treatment of multiple lesions in the head and neck, reducing treatment time and minimizing unnecessary radiation exposure by delivering radiation in a stereotactic manner.
In addition, TrueBeam supports a range of advanced techniques, including intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), and volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT), allowing for treatment tailored to cancer type, location, and stage. It also supports respiratory-gated therapy, which synchronizes radiation delivery with the patient's breathing cycle to minimize damage to surrounding organs.
The newly introduced Catalyst HD is a surface-guided radiation therapy (SGRT) system designed to enhance the accuracy of radiation treatment. This system uses a 3D camera to track the patient's body surface in real time, automatically correcting for changes in position or even subtle movements during treatment to maintain precise alignment. It also enables treatment without the need for direct skin markings, greatly improving patient comfort and reducing treatment time. This system will be applied to all radiation oncology treatment rooms, including those equipped with the new linear accelerator.
Byun Hwakyung, Professor of Radiation Oncology at Yongin Severance Hospital, stated, "The introduction of this equipment will allow us to respond more effectively to the increasing demand for cancer treatment and will elevate the hospital's cancer care capabilities to the next level. We will do our utmost to ensure that cancer patients receive high-quality treatment in a more comfortable and safe environment."
Attendees at the dedication ceremony included Hospital Director Kim Eunkyung, First Deputy Director Park Yoonsu, Second Deputy Director Kim Jakyung, Head of Radiation Oncology Byun Hwakyung, Professor Park Jongwon, and Kim Junwon, Head of Radiation Oncology at Gangnam Severance Hospital.
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