Proton Therapy

Proton therapy is a novel form of radiotherapy treatment in Singapore. As a form of External Beam Radiation Therapy [EBRT], it delivers a directed stream of positively charged protons to target and destroy cancerous tumour cells with minimal side effects, and is typically used for localised tumours that have not spread to other parts of the body.

In comparison to other radiotherapy treatments in Singapore, proton therapy utilises positively charged proton particles instead of X-rays. Proton beams do not scatter radiation as they travel through the body, depositing most of their energy at the targeted tumour. This allows radiation doctors to focus the proton beam effectively, minimising damage to nearby healthy tissues and organs and speeding up recovery.

Proton therapy helps to minimise patients’ radiation exposure and reduces side effects such as nausea and fatigue. This allows patients to enjoy a better quality of life and overall well being across their whole treatment process.