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At Lynn Cancer Institute, we use Radixact TomoTherapy to deliver some of the most precise radiation treatments available today. This advanced system integrates imaging, planning, and delivery into a single platform, so radiation can be shaped to the exact dimensions of your tumor, helping protect healthy tissue nearby.

Our Approach

Our Approach

Before treatment begins, our team uses CT-based imaging to create a detailed map of your tumor. This allows us to plan and deliver radiation from multiple angles in a continuous 360-degree pattern. The result is a highly personalized treatment that can adapt to changes in tumor size or shape over the course of therapy.

Your Care, Delivered with Heart

Your Care, Delivered with Heart

From your first consultation, we explain every step clearly and answer your questions with compassion. Our goal is to make sure you feel confident and supported throughout your care.

What is Radixact TomoTherapy?

Radixact is the next generation of TomoTherapy technology. It combines:

  • Daily image guidance for accuracy before every session
  • Helical delivery that moves in a spiral around the body, targeting the tumor from all directions

This makes it especially effective for complex tumors or cases where the tumor is close to sensitive organs.

When Is It Recommended?

Radixact may be used for:

  • Tumors that are irregular in shape
  • Cancers located near vital organs
  • Patients needing re-treatment after previous radiation
  • Tumors that change position with breathing or body movement

Benefits and Risks

Benefits
  • More precise targeting compared to standard radiation
  • Ability to treat multiple tumor sites in a single session
  • Potentially fewer side effects
  • Flexible treatment for a wide range of cancer types
Risks

Side effects depend on the tumor’s location and treatment dose. These may include mild fatigue, skin irritation, or temporary changes in the treated area.

What to Expect

  • Your care will begin with a simulation session to capture detailed images and create a custom treatment plan. You may be asked to follow certain guidelines, such as dietary adjustments, before your sessions.

  • Each session begins with imaging to confirm the tumor’s exact position. The system then delivers radiation in a continuous spiral, which can improve accuracy while reducing the number of healthy cells exposed. Most sessions last between 15 and 30 minutes.

  • Most patients return to normal activities quickly. Your team will schedule follow-up visits to track your progress and address any side effects.

Radixact TomoTherapy: By the Numbers

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radiation therapy sessions at Lynn Cancer Institute each year

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less healthy tissue exposure compared to some conventional techniques

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Lynn Cancer Institute | Boca Raton

701 NW 13 St., Boca Raton, FL 33486

Frequently Asked Questions

  • It uses continuous spiral delivery and daily imaging for more precise targeting.

  • No. Treatment is non-invasive and painless.

  • This varies by diagnosis, but treatment typically spans several weeks.

  • Yes. It can target different areas in the same session.

  • Lynn Cancer Institute offers Radixact as part of its comprehensive radiation program in Boca Raton.

Clinical Trials

Clinical Trials

At Lynn Cancer Institute, we treat cancer in today’s patients and offer hope for those who may get the disease in the future. Through clinical trials, we study promising new ways to diagnose and treat cancer. As our patient, you have access to trials and treatments that aren’t widely available elsewhere.

If a clinical trial may be right for you, we’ll talk with you about the potential benefits and risks. We make your overall well-being and safety our top priority if you choose to participate.

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