¿Debería comprar un acelerador lineal Varian TrueBeam reacondicionado o un Varian Trilogy reacondicionado? Médicos y gerentes se plantean esta pregunta al abrir un nuevo centro de radiooncología, al reemplazar un acelerador lineal más antiguo o bien al expandir un sitio…
One major challenge in radiation therapy is dealing with the movement of tumors, particularly those in the chest and abdominal regions, which are affected by respiration. This movement can lead to inaccuracies in treatment delivery, potentially compromising outcomes. Respiratory gating…
La instalación de un acelerador lineal (Linac) comienza con un primer paso crucial: establecer el marco base. Este componente fundamental garantiza la estabilidad y precisión necesarias para que el Linac funcione de manera efectiva, respaldando su operación durante décadas. Requisitos…
Should I purchase a refurbished Varian TrueBeam or a refurbished Varian Trilogy linear accelerator? This question is often asked by clinicians and managers when either opening a new radiation oncology center, replacing an older linear accelerator, or expanding an existing…
Installing a linear accelerator (Linac) starts with a crucial first step: setting the base frame. This foundational component ensures the stability and precision necessary for the Linac to function effectively, supporting its operation for decades. Pre-Installation Requirements Before a linear…
The Varian TrueBeam linear accelerator is the premier radiation therapy machine for treating cancer patients. With advanced features like high-dose rate flattening filter-free photon modes, RapidArc radiotherapy, and real-time motion management, the TrueBeam delivers ultra-precise doses of radiation to tumors…
Radiation oncology facilities that purchase pre-owned and refurbished linear accelerators will often ask whether the manufacturer (Varian, a division of Siemens Healthineers) will continue to service the equipment after it’s been relocated. In the category of refurbished linacs, the Varian…
Imagine you’ve just received the news that you have cancer, one of the most feared diseases in the U.S. Your doctor is talking about immediate surgery and months of treatment. A million thoughts start running through your head, including the…
ASTRO, the world’s premier radiation oncology conference, was held in San Diego, California last week. One the second day of the conference, Paul Ziegler, the CEO of ViewRay, sent out a communication letting everyone know that all hopes to keep…
What you can do to ensure everyone can access lifesaving treatments? In the US, a cancer diagnosis means fear, pain, and months of difficult treatments. In Tanzania, a cancer diagnosis usually means a death sentence. Ms. Dina Pauline Bina, a…