What is Superficial radiation therapy?
Superficial radiation therapy (SxRT) is a non-invasive external beam radiation therapy treatment typically used for early non-melanoma skin cancer that can be an effective alternative to surgery. It also has more recent applications in the treatment of benign conditions such as osteoarthritis.
Superficial radiation therapy is a targeted technique which safely treats skin cancers to depths of a few millimetres, while sparing deeper, healthy tissues. It is a non-invasive treatment alternative which allows radiation to be safely delivered to regions adjacent to critical structures (such as eyelids). This treatment technique may also be suitable for those who wish to avoid surgery for medical and/or cosmetic reasons.
Superficial radiation therapy is well tolerated by patients with mild side effects.
