Retreatment: innovative treatment for ENT cancers

Cancer in the ENT sphere can be a difficult challenge, especially when recurrence or a second cancer occurs. In such cases, reoperation may be the only curative solution.

At Center of Oncology and Radiotherapy ELYTIS Iasi, Dr. Ionel Daniel Cojocaru, an expert in the field, offers advanced treatments with state-of-the-art radiotherapy techniques, including reirradiation, to improve patients' chances of survival and quality of life.

What is reirady?

Reirradiation is a radiotherapy technique that allows a second round of radiation to be administered to the same area where radiotherapy treatment was previously given. This is an important treatment option for patients with recurrent or second ENT cancer, as it can destroy tumor cells remaining or arising after the first treatment and provide a new chance at cure.

Why choose Elytis Hospital?

Center of Oncology and Radiotherapy ELYTIS Iasi is a center of excellence in cancer treatment, offering patients access to the most advanced technologies and top medical expertise. Dr. Ionel Daniel Cojocaru and his team use state-of-the-art radiotherapy techniques, such as IMRT, VMAT and brachytherapy, to administer radiation therapy with maximum precision, minimizing the risk of side effects and maximizing the effectiveness of treatment.

Advantages of reirradiation

• Cutting-edge technology: Elytis has state-of-the-art radiotherapy equipment that allows radiation therapy to be administered with maximum precision and efficiency.
• Medical expertise: Dr. Ionel Daniel Cojocaru is an experienced specialist in radiotherapy and radiation therapy, with extensive experience in treating ENT cancer patients.
• Personalized approach: every patient is unique and treatment is tailored to individual needs and characteristics.
• Comprehensive care: Elytis offers patients emotional support and counseling throughout their treatment.

How does re-registration at Elytis Hospital work?

1. Initial evaluation: the patient is evaluated by Dr. Ionel Daniel Cojocaru to determine eligibility for reiradization.
2. Treatment planning: advanced imaging (CT, MRI, PET-CT) is used to accurately plan the treatment area and radiation dose.
3. Treatment delivery: Radiation is delivered using modern radiotherapy techniques such as IMRT, VMAT or brachytherapy.
4. Monitoring: the patient is closely monitored during and after treatment to assess response to treatment and manage possible side effects.

Success stories

Within Center of Oncology and Radiotherapy ELYTIS Iasi, many patients with recurrences or second recurrences of ENT cancer have been successfully treated by re-irradiation. Dr. Ionel Daniel Cojocaru was able to significantly improve the quality of life and chances of survival of these patients, giving them a new chance to cure.

If you are looking for effective treatment for recurrence or second ENT cancer, contact Elytis for consultation.

Latest medical review:

13.02.2025, Dr. Ionel Daniel Cojocaru - Medical Specialist

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