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The robot that eliminates cancer cells using X-rays

05-Sep-2017

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CyberKnife uses X-ray cameras to monitor the position of the tumour and moves with the patient's breathing.

Has 360 degrees movement and can administer a larger dose of radiation more precisely.

Therefore fewer sessions are necessary.

Radiosurgery lasts 30-45 minutes and does not require anaesthesia.

Currently only 6 machines in the UK.

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Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center (JPMC)

One of the biggest government-operated hospitals in Karachi, Pakistan.

Tariq Mahmood

Professor & Head of Department of Radiology & Cyberknife Robotic Radiosurgery at JPMC.

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Robotic Surgery