合肥离子医学中心二层质子放疗病区启用

Core Insights - The Hefei Ion Medical Center has seen a continuous increase in proton therapy patients since its opening, with the second proton therapy ward officially launched on January 8, significantly enhancing inpatient treatment capacity [1] - Proton therapy is recognized as an advanced international cancer radiation treatment technology that targets tumors with higher precision, reducing damage to surrounding healthy tissues [1] - The center has treated over 600 cancer patients with proton therapy since its inception, and the new ward will double the number of inpatient beds from 44 to 94, alleviating treatment wait times [1] Group 1 - The second proton therapy ward will greatly relieve treatment waiting pressure and provide high-standard precision radiotherapy services to more cancer patients [1] - Proton therapy is particularly suitable for lung cancer, liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, and is especially beneficial for pediatric tumors, offering better organ protection and higher patient satisfaction [1] - The center aims for significant breakthroughs by 2026, with plans to enhance its comprehensive cancer treatment capabilities [1] Group 2 - The imported proton therapy system at the Hefei Ion Medical Center is operating well, and a domestically developed proton therapy system is set to enter clinical trials soon [2] - The team is developing new proton therapy technologies, including spatially fractionated radiotherapy and the Bruce method, with plans for ultra-short treatment courses [2] - The center aims to become a leading regional medical center for proton therapy technology in China, with a focus on making high-precision proton therapy more accessible and affordable for patients [2]