Tag: radiation oncology

December 6, 2025 / Mohammed looti

Long Term Side Effects Of Radiation Therapy

Long Term Side Effects Of Radiation Therapy: An Introduction Radiation therapy, often referred to as radiotherapy, stands as a cornerstone in the comprehensive management of cancer, utilizing high-energy radiation beams—such as X-rays, gamma rays, or protons—to damage the DNA of malignant cells, thereby inhibiting their growth and proliferation. This therapeutic modality is highly effective, either […]

November 30, 2025 / Mohammed looti

ONCOLOGY

Definition and Scope of Oncology Oncology represents a highly specialized and multidisciplinary field of medicine dedicated to the study, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of tumors, encompassing both non-cancerous (benign) and cancerous (malignant) growths. The scope of oncology extends far beyond mere clinical intervention; it involves deep scientific inquiry into carcinogenesis, the molecular pathways driving tumor […]