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Proton Beam Therapy

Proton beam therapy is an advanced form of external radiotherapy that uses high-energy proton beams instead of photon x-ray beams or electrons. Carefully measured doses of protons are delivered to the precise area needing treatment, using the latest IBA ProteusONE technology. This ensures that the delivery of proton beam therapy is highly accurate and prevents the risk of radiation reaching surrounding healthy tissue.

Radiotherapy

Radiotherapy is used to kill and destroy cancer cells. It utilises radiation in the form of high-energy x-rays, known as photons, to kill and damage the cancerous cells and prevent their growth and reproduction. It can be used as a non-surgical option to treat cancer, and it can also be used to shrink a tumour or in combination with other treatments.

MR-linac radiotherapy

The Rutherford Cancer Centres and Elekta are bringing the next generation of personalised adaptive radiotherapy technology to oncology centres across the UK, with the new MR-linac Elekta Unity available at the Rutherford Cancer Centre North West in Liverpool in 2021.

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Lymphoma

Lymphoma cancer affects the lymphatic system in the body. The lymphatic system is a network of tissues, vessels, nodes and organs that helps your body to get rid of toxins and waste. It also assists your immune system in protecting your body from infection.

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Lymphoma cancer

As the lymphatic system covers the whole of the body, cancer cells can occur anywhere in the lymphatic system, with the lymph nodes being the most common area. Cancer cells in the lymph nodes can spread through the lymphatic system to lymph nodes elsewhere. Lymphoma cells can also spread to other organs in the body via the bloodstream.

There are different types of lymphoma, but the main two are:

  • Hodgkin lymphoma - begin in almost any part of the body, but it usually starts in the lymph nodes
  • non-Hodgkin lymphoma – occurs in the blood cells when they become abnormal. The most common place for this to happen is in the lymph nodes.

These types of lymphoma are different due to how the cells behave, which means they will need to be treated differently to one another.

Rutherford Treatment Options

  • Proton Beam Therapy Available
  • Radiotherapy Available
  • Chemotherapy Available
  • Immunotherapy Available

Symptoms

Symptoms caused by lymphoma can depend on where in the body it is situated and the rate at which it is growing. Some people may have symptoms, whereas others may not experience any. The most common symptom is a lump, usually in the neck, armpit or groin.

Here are some common symptoms that may be experienced:

  • Sweating – especially at night
  • High body temperatures
  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Tiredness
  • Breathlessness or coughing
  • Persistent itching (all over the body)
  • In rare cases, people with Hodgkin lymphoma may experience pain in the affected lymph node when drinking alcohol

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Lymphoma cancer diagnosis

If your GP thinks you’re experiencing symptoms as a result of a lump that is consistent with the symptoms of lymphoma, they will arrange for you to have a physical examination and may send you to a specialist for further diagnostics scans and tests. The earlier a diagnosis is made, the better the outcome of treatment will be.

Ways lymphoma cancer can be diagnosed:

  • A physical examination carried out by a specialist doctor
  • Scans such as x-ray, CT, PET, MRI or Ultrasound
  • Blood tests
  • A biopsy – taking and testing a tissue sample from the body
  • Bone marrow test or lumbar puncture
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Treating Lymphoma cancer with proton beam therapy

Different types of lymphoma will need to be treated; differently, an oncologist will be able to discuss with you if your type of lymphoma will benefit from proton beam therapy. Proton beam therapy can be used to treat lymphoma, usually before or after surgery, or following chemotherapy. The aim of the using proton beam therapy will be to shrink a tumour before removal, or after surgery, to kill any remaining local cancer cells that may have been left behind.

Reoccurring Tumours
If a tumour has grown back, which has previously been treated with conventional radiotherapy, then this area of the body wouldn’t usually be able to withstand further conventional radiation. In these cases, proton beam therapy can be an effective way to treat these types of tumours, due to the low side effects and its ability to precisely target the treatment area.

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The benefits of using proton beam therapy treatment for Lymphoma cancer

As lymphoma can occur anywhere in the body, there may be situations where it is located near vital organs and other sensitive tissue.

Proton beam therapy can be an effective treatment choice, as it will precisely target the cancer cells, while delivering very minimal dose to any sensitive surrounding areas of the body. These sensitive areas of the body may include:

  • Brain
  • Breast
  • Groin
  • Neck
  • Oesophagus
  • Reproductive system
  • Spine
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An overview of how proton beam therapy works

Proton beam therapy is highly accurate in targeting a treatment area. It can be used to treat hard-to-reach tumours, while lowering radiation exposure to surrounding healthy tissue and vital organs.

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Other treatment options for lymphoma cancer

There are other treatment options that can be used to treat lymphoma cancer, either before, after or alongside proton beam therapy. Please see other treatment options available at the Rutherford Cancer Centres below:

Radiotherapy

Radiotherapy

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy

Immunotherapy

Immunotherapy

Further information & support

Being diagnosed with lymphoma cancer and deciding on the best treatment can be daunting, for full details on lymphoma treatment options or to discuss a diagnosis, please contact our enquiries team. Our enquiries team will endeavour to help you assess your treatment options and advise which consultants could be best placed to plan your treatment pathway.

Macmillan Cancer Support offers a wide range of information and support, as well as help with your practical, emotional, and financial needs. All telephone helplines are free and confidential, and interpreting services are also available.

Freephone: 0808 808 00 00

(Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 8.00pm)

Website: www.macmillan.org.uk

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