Tomotherapy is a type of advanced radiation therapy used primarily in the treatment of cancer. It combines the principles of computed tomography (CT) with intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) to provide highly targeted radiation treatment. The goal of tomotherapy is to deliver precise doses of radiation to tumors while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues. Key features of tomotherapy include: 1. **CT Integration**: Tomotherapy systems use a CT scanner to create detailed images of the patient's anatomy before treatment.
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