Metastatic Cancer Treatment in Louisville

A metastatic cancer diagnosis can feel like a heavy blow, but there’s hope. At Louisville CyberKnife, we empower you with a powerful, less disruptive treatment option.

The CyberKnife® technology delivers precise, non-invasive radiation directly to your tumors, minimizing side effects and recovery time. This means you can focus on healing, not treatment fatigue.

What is Metastatic Cancer?

Metastatic cancer refers to cancer that has spread from its original site (the primary tumor) to other parts of the body, forming new tumors.

Approximately 3 out of every 10 new cancer cases are diagnosed as metastatic. This process, known as metastasis, typically involves cancer cells breaking away from the original tumor, traveling through the bloodstream or lymphatic system, and establishing new tumors in other organs or tissues.

Metastatic cancer is also referred to as stage IV cancer, indicating its advanced stage. The likelihood of a cancer metastasizing depends on various factors including the type of cancer, its grade, and how long it has been present in the body​.

While bones, liver, lungs, and brain are common targets, metastatic cancer can travel to nearly any part of the body.

Symptoms of metastatic cancer can change based on where the cancer spreads. Bone pain, fractures, headaches, seizures, jaundice, and abdominal swelling are just some possibilities.

The CyberKnife Treatment in Louisville

The CyberKnife treatment is a form of radiation therapy that uses a sophisticated system of robotics and image-guidance to deliver high doses of radiation with extreme precision.

Unlike conventional radiation therapy that typically requires multiple sessions over several weeks, the CyberKnife can often complete treatment in one to five sessions.

The precision of the CyberKnife minimizes damage to surrounding healthy tissues and organs, which is particularly advantageous in treating metastatic cancers where tumors might be situated near critical structures.

Benefits of the CyberKnife Treatment for Metastatic Cancer

• CyberKnife Robot for High-Precision: The CyberKnife system is distinguished by its complete robotic radiation delivery solution. Its design features a linear accelerator (LINAC) mounted on a robot, capable of targeting tumors from thousands of angles. This sub-millimeter accuracy ensures that radiation is concentrated on the tumor site with minimal impact on surrounding healthy tissue.
• Real-Time Motion Synchronization: One of the unique advantages of the CyberKnife system is its ability to adapt to patient movement during treatment. With real-time imaging and motion adaptive technology, the system adjusts the radiation delivery in response to motion, allowing for smaller treatment margins and reducing unnecessary radiation exposure to healthy tissues.

Why Choose Louisville CyberKnife?

Patient-Centered Approach: Our approach is thoroughly patient-centered, focusing on individual treatment plans tailored to meet the specific needs of each patient. By integrating the CyberKnife’s advanced technology with a compassionate care model, we ensure that every patient receives personalized attention and the most effective treatment.

Comprehensive Care for Metastatic Cancer: At Louisville CyberKnife, we focus on delivering targeted radiation therapy where it is most needed. Our state-of-the-art technology is especially beneficial for treating metastatic cancers that have spread to various body parts, such as the liver, lungs, and brain.

Cutting-Edge Technology: Choosing Louisville CyberKnife means accessing one of the most advanced cancer treatment technologies available today. Our facility is equipped with the latest in robotic and real-time imaging innovations, setting new standards in care and significantly improving treatment accuracy and patient comfort.

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At Louisville CyberKnife, our commitment is to provide the best possible care for patients with metastatic cancer.

With the CyberKnife treatment, we offer a promising alternative to traditional treatment methods, characterized by less invasive procedures, fewer side effects, and a focus on maintaining a high quality of life.

If you or a loved one are facing a diagnosis of metastatic cancer, contact us to learn more about how our advanced treatments can help.