 Radiation Oncology is a branch of cancer therapy that uses high energy radiation beams to destroy the cancer cells and stop their replication inside the body. Let's look at some of the types of radiation oncology treatments available. 1. 3D Conformal Radiotherapy In this treatment, radiation beams are focused to match the exact shape of the cancer cells to kill them precisely and avoid harm to neighboring healthy cells. 2. Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy This treatment uses computer-assisted technology to deliver precise radiation dose at a specific area. 3. Volumetric Modulated Arc This technology is useful for delivering radiation therapy near sensitive body organs. 4. Image-Guided Radiation Treatment In this procedure, X-ray imaging is used with radiation therapy to improve the precision of radiation delivery. 5. Respiratory Active Breath Coordination This technology provides non-invasive immobilization of internal organs affected by breathing during treatment. It minimizes the risk of radiation exposure to the heart during the treatment of tumours of the left breast. 6. Hypofractionated Radiation Treatment It is used as an adjunct therapy in early-stage breast cancer patients undergoing breast-conservative surgery. 7. Stereotactic Body Ablative Radiotherapy The treatment uses 3D imaging to target high doses of radiation to the tumour in a few treatment days. 8. Stereotactic Radio Surgery It involves a single radiation treatment to destroy small tumours in the brain or the body. 9. Stereotactic Radiotherapy This treatment is also employed for the precise destruction of tumour cells in the brain and the spinal cord. It uses a series of radiation therapies over a short time. 10. Image-Guided Brachytherapy This treatment uses advanced imaging technology for accurate, safe and effective placement of radioactive implants close to the cancer tissue. 11. Dedicated Big Board 4D CT Simulator 4D CT Simulator helps in understanding the movement of the tumour due to respiration and gives adequate margins to encompass the tumour while treating with radiation. 12. Eclipse Contouring Stations and the latest version of ADAC Pinnacle Treatment Planning System Manipal Hospital's Bangalore is equipped with advanced treatment planning tools that allow the radiation oncologist in tailoring treatment as per individual patient needs.