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Brain and Spine Institute Medical Services CyberKnife Stereotactic Radiosurgery Conditions CyberKnife Treats
Conditions CyberKnife Treats
CyberKnife treats several different types of malignant and benign tumors and lesions, as well as certain other medical conditions, in virtually any area of the body. The Food and Drug Administration approved the CyberKnife to treat tumors in the head, neck and upper spine in 1999 and tumors anywhere in the body in 2001. Globally, more than 200,000 patients have been treated with CyberKnife.
For additional information, please contact the CyberKnife Center at 865.305.6889.
Conditions treated by CyberKnife
- Malignant Tumors
- Benign Tumors
- Vascular Malformations
- Functional Disorders
- Extracranial Tumors and Lesions
- Base of Skull
- Brain Tumors
- Kidney Tumors
- Neck
- Cervical Spine
- Thoracic Spine
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Lumbar Spine
- Lung Tumors
- Ocular / Orbital Tumors
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Liver
- Other lesions, tumors and conditions anywhere on the body when radiation treatment is indicated, including prostate.
Patient benefits include the following
- Painless treatment
- No bolted head frame
- No recovery time
- Short treatment courses (one to five treatments)
- FDA approved stereotactic radiosurgery system
- Covered by Medicare and most private insurances
Some patients may not be candidates for CyberKnife treatment. Many factors are considered when determining the best treatment for your individual diagnosis, so please consult with your physician. Contact the CyberKnife Center today for more information: 865.305.6889
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