Types of Radiotherapy - Proton Beam Therapy
Is Proton Therapy available on the NHS?
High energy proton therapy is not available in the UK at the present time, however, the Department of Health will pay for treatment of carefully selected patients at hospitals in other countries, if this is felt to be the best treatment for them.
The Referral of Patients Abroad for Proton Treatment - Dr Adrian Crellin, Chairman of NCG Proton Reference Panel
This article outlines the process by which clinicians may refer cases to be considered for treatment abroad.
Other useful information on Proton Beam Therapy can be found on the following sites:
Principles of Proton Beam Therapy
MD Anderson FAQ Site
Radiology Info- Proton Beam
Proton Beam Radiosurgery
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