India's First Successful Use of SFRT for Cancer Treatment at Reliance Hospital
Reliance Hospital's Cancer Treatment Breakthrough is a First for India
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Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital has made a significant advancement in cancer treatment by successfully using Surface Guided Radiotherapy (SGRT) and adaptive radiotherapy for the first time in India. This innovative approach allowed for precision treatment without the need for traditional immobilisation methods.
- 01The breakthrough involved treating a male patient in his mid-50s with a history of mouth cancer, who was admitted with severe bleeding from an enlarged tumor.
- 02This unique combination of SGRT and adaptive radiotherapy enabled treatment without the use of tight immobilisation masks or simulation CT scans.
- 03Dr. Prasad Raj Dandekar, Head of Radiation Oncology, highlighted that this method improves precision and speed in cancer treatment.
- 04The patient showed positive responses to the treatment and was discharged on May 13, 2026.
- 05The Simulation Free Radiotherapy (SFRT) protocol aims to provide quicker and more effective care for advanced-stage cancer patients.
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Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital has achieved a medical milestone by successfully treating a head and neck cancer patient using a novel combination of Surface Guided Radiotherapy (SGRT) and adaptive radiotherapy, marking the first instance of this treatment in India. The patient, a male in his mid-50s with a history of mouth cancer, presented with severe bleeding from a massively enlarged tumor after previous treatments had failed. Due to his critical condition, traditional radiotherapy methods requiring immobilisation were deemed unsuitable. Instead, the hospital utilized this advanced technique to provide necessary radiation therapy without the discomfort of conventional methods. Following the treatment, the patient responded positively and was discharged on May 13, 2026. Dr. Prasad Raj Dandekar, the Head of Radiation Oncology, emphasized that this Simulation Free Radiotherapy (SFRT) protocol enhances treatment precision and speed, enabling faster access to targeted care for cancer patients.
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This breakthrough in cancer treatment provides a new option for patients who cannot tolerate traditional methods, potentially saving lives.
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