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Neutron Radiation Therapy

Fast Neutron (High-LET) radiation treatment is a very unique type of radiation that when compared to standard photon radiation (X-ray, Low-LET) shows some therapeutic advantages for treating ACC and other head and neck solid tumors. Neutron radiation is currently only available at two medical facilities in the US, The University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle, WA and Fermilab in Batavia IL near Chicago. A third facility, the Gershenson Radiation Center at Karmanos Cancer Institute in Detroit MI, is making plans to reopen at some point in the near future. Many ACC survivors have been referred to these facilities for treating ACC, especially for primary tumors in the head and neck region.

 

Overview Explanations of Neutron Radiation Treatment

 

Overview, Features and Benefits of Neutron Therapy for Treating ACC Click Here

 

A Review of Conclusions from 22 Neutron and Photon Treatment Medical Papers Click Here

 

Overview Experience of Neutron Treatment at the University of Washington from Dr. Laramore PDF Click Here

 

Neutron Treatment Information Brochure from Fermilab Click Here

 

Univ of WA Published Medical Papers on Neutron Treatment for ACC

 

Neutrons for Minor Salivary Glands 1996 PDF Click Here

 

Neutrons for Major Salivary Glands 1998 PDF Click Here

 

Neutrons for Trachea 2008 PDF Click Here

 

Neutron Treatment with Gamma Knife Boost Reported Experience 2007 PDF Click Here

 

Neutron Treatment Center Recent Improvements 2007 PDF Click Here