sharonjo Posted September 14, 2006 Share Posted September 14, 2006 Grace, My son had IMRT, and it does take awhile to set it up. What I was told is that there are lots of calculations to get the correct dosage and pinpoint the areas to receive the radiation. IMRT is supposed to deliver radiation directly to the tumor while avoiding the surrounding areas. My son had a (bone)tumor that was very close to his eye and the base of his brain, and the radiologist wanted to protect both areas from the radiation. He received 6 weeks of daily radiation without any complications. So try to be patient and stay positive. Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kreed70 Posted September 14, 2006 Share Posted September 14, 2006 Check out www.cyberknifesupport.org They have an excellent Ask the Experts (click Message Boards on the left) forum of docs who perform cyberknife. Good luck!! Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darrell Posted September 14, 2006 Share Posted September 14, 2006 You're certainly in my thoughts! Not the news we wanted to hear!!!! Darrell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted September 14, 2006 Share Posted September 14, 2006 I am sorry you had such bad news Grace. I would check out cyberknife too. Image guided radiation is the the next best thing. It is a form of IMRT that uses a onboard imager that checks the location of the tumor immediatelay prior to dose delivery. You and your husband have my best wishes. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elnodel Posted September 14, 2006 Share Posted September 14, 2006 I know it all sounds like a horrible ordeal, the treatment that they're outlining, but it IS treatment and they know what they're doing. I'm sending all the vibes I can manage your way...chin up! Ellen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelofcharlie20 Posted September 15, 2006 Share Posted September 15, 2006 Oh Grace.... I am so sorry to hear your news. It seems like there are still options out there for your husband, and we all know that options are definitely good things to have. Please let me know if you need any info on cyberknife. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, Shirley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco Jo Posted September 19, 2006 Share Posted September 19, 2006 I'm sorry to hear your news. Lots of prayers to both of you. Marco Jo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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