Daily ultrasound
The physicians at the ROC offer daily ultrasound imaging to locate a tumor target in advance of radiation therapy treatment. A piece of equipment called BAT® (B-mode Acquisition and Targeting) combines an ultrasound probe and a 3-D tracking system to pinpoint targets rapidly and accurately as radiation therapy treatment begins. The accuracy of this equipment enables dramatic reduction of target margins. As a result, the amount of healthy tissue exposed to radiation can be reduced, minimizing the incidence of side effects. This technology is commonly used to treat prostate cancers.