Dresden's OncoRay Center Revolutionizes Cancer Treatment with World's First Photon-Counting CT Scanner
Dresden's OncoRay Center is set to revolutionize cancer treatment with the world's first installation of an innovative photon-counting computed tomography (PCCT) scanner. The device, acquired with a two-million-euro grant from the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space, will be operational in mid-July following its installation in the coming weeks.
The PCCT scanner, a game-changer in radiation therapy, counts every individual X-ray photon, providing more detailed and anatomically rich images than conventional CT systems. This advanced technology opens up new possibilities, including the treatment of moving tumors using the DirectSPR method, previously limited to stationary tumors.
Prof. Christian Richter, head of the Department of Medical Radiation Physics at OncoRay, anticipates that this technology will become the standard for quantitative imaging in radiation therapy within a decade. The PCCT scanner is expected to enhance the precision of radiation planning, particularly for proton therapy, and reduce radiation dose for patients.
The OncoRay Center in Dresden, with the installation of the PCCT scanner, reaffirms its position as a global leader in medical innovations and forward-looking cancer research. The acquisition of this cutting-edge technology, funded by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space, is a significant stride towards improving cancer treatment outcomes and patient care.
