The Varian TrueBeam system opens new doors for the treatment of lung, liver, head and neck and prostate cancers with its rapid treatment feature.

What is the Varian TrueBeam system?

It is an advanced radiotherapy device from Varian Medical Systems. It is designed to deliver radiation only to the tumor with very strong pinpoint accuracy and great precision. It combines advanced image acquisition with tumor motion to deliver precise treatment with pinpoint accuracy. With its rapid treatment feature, it opens new doors for the treatment of lung, liver, head and neck and prostate cancers.

Why is a patient recommended to be treated in TrueBeam?

A radiation oncologist can give many reasons for treating a patient with TrueBeam. First of all, many types of cancer can be treated with this technology. TrueBeam is also very fast; it can reduce treatment time from 10-30 minutes to as little as 2 minutes. The shorter time the patient is on the table allows for less tumor movement and therefore maximizes the preservation of healthy tissue. The precision of the TrueBeam system increases with measurements of less than 1 millimeter. There are also solutions for the treatment of tumors that are displaced by respiration, such as lung and liver tumors.

What will I feel during TrueBeam treatment? Will I be radioactive after my treatment is completed?

Patients do not feel anything during the treatment, it does not hurt. Since treatment with TrueBeam is extremely fast, it is very comfortable for the patient. Patients undergoing external beam radiotherapy are not radioactive. Therefore, they do not need to separate themselves from their loved ones after the treatment.

Will I be awake during treatment with TrueBeam?

The only thing that is required from the patient during TrueBeam is to be immobile. Therefore, anesthesia is not required in any patient who can remain immobile during the procedure. Anesthesia may be required in younger patients.

Is TrueBeam treatment safe?

Yes, it is completely safe. Since it is not an interventional treatment method, you are also protected from all complications that can occur in open surgical interventions.

How is TrueBeam treatment administered?

Standard radiotherapy procedures apply. The patient’s compliance with the treatment is also increased with the advantage that the treatment time is shortened by up to 5 times. Thanks to the coordination and speed of imaging methods during the treatment process, the rate of normal tissue sparing is increased, side effects are reduced and the treatment effectiveness on the tumor is increased by adjusting the intensity.

Will TrueBeam treatment affect my daily life?

You can continue your daily life during TrueBeam treatment, there are no special restrictions for this type of treatment.

Can TrueBeam treatment be applied to patients of all ages?

It can be applied to patients of all ages. It provides significant advantages, especially in patients who are unable to receive anesthesia due to reasons such as advanced age.

What are the side effects of TrueBeam treatment?

Since it only affects the treated area, there are no side effects throughout the body. Different side effects may develop depending on the area of application. Since each patient’s reaction to the treatment process will differ, your doctor will inform you about the side effects before treatment.

Will I get burns during treatment with TrueBeam?

Skin burns are minimized with the TrueBeam device due to the nature of the dose delvered.

What makes the TrueBeam device different from other radiotherapy devices?

The most important advantage is its comfort, speed, pinpoint accuracy and high sensitivity. It is suitable for the treatment of tumors in sensitive spots and different types of tumors. During treatment, it delivers the full dose to the tumor while protecting healthy tissue.