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Cancer Therapies

RADIOTHERAPY

ASI Ukpo Comprehensive Cancer Centre utilizes an Elekta Synergy multimodal multi-energy LINAC with integrated 160-leaf interdigitating multileaf collimators, with the ability to deliver precise and rapid external beam radiation therapy using the finest techniques available - including 3D-CRT, IMRT, VMAT and SRS – for the treatment of cancer. It is the first centre with a ProKnow Planning tool for online auto segmentation. Our Monaco 5.5.1 is deployed for advanced radiotherapy techniques with the best algorithms. Our 160-MLC centre deploys patient-specific QA with the most sophisticated 4D Octavius dosimetry tools. We also employ MOSAIQ Medical Oncology, adopting a robust database streamlining our patient data, clinical regimens and pharmacy information, so we can deliver the best possible care for every patient. The Cancer Centre is equipped with its own CT Simulator, a 90-cm large bore Canon CT machine, the largest in the region, with the advantage of accommodating all immobilization devices to achieve the most precise diagnosis and reproducibility during treatment.

BRACHYTHERAPY

Our Flexitron HDR Brachy machine offers a safe, fast and full brachytherapy solution. It is designed for precise, targeted treatment of various cancers such as cervical, prostate, breast, skin and rectal. Brachytherapy is suitable as a single modality or in combination with other treatments.Elekta Brachytherapy offers best-in-class clinical solutions, a worldwide presence and above all, a commitment to patient care.

CHEMOTHERAPY

We offer excellent chemotherapy services, including pre-chemotherapy counselling, comprehensive nutritional support and reconstitution of chemotherapy in a fully functional chemotherapy suite with a bio-safety cabinet. Our chemotherapy drugs are sourced directly from registered, approved world-class pharmaceutical companies. The presence of chemotherapy and radiotherapy in one location provides the opportunity to undertake adjuvant therapy and combination therapy seamlessly, providing optimal treatment of the cancer, reducing the intensity of sequelae / side effects, achieving a high cure rate and a better quality of life thereafter.