The technique, called Image Guided Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy Treatment uses imaging provided by a CT scan to target the tumour before a powerful but precisely shaped radiation dose is administered.

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Ms Williams believes the government should support innovative developments such as image-guided radiation therapy and stereotactic ablative radiotherapy, at the hospital.

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The machine is guided by a x-ray image onto which a doctor can choose a number of destinations.

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