Radiotherapy for head and neck cancers is typically given with the patient lying on their back on a treatment couch. A thermoplastic mask is worn over the head, neck and shoulders, attached to the treatment couch, holding the patient in a stable position to ensure treatment is delivered to the right place.
We have heard from patients time and time again how tough they often find treatment in this position either because of the close-fitting mask, lying down flat on their back or from having to manage thick oral secretions caused by treatment whilst lying in that supine position.
So could upright treatment be the answer to some of the challenges patients have to face on a daily basis in order to receive their life-saving treatment?
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In this video, you will see an example patient setup, rotation and CT scan using a prototype backrest.
Please note: The Leo Cancer Care technology is not available clinically and will not treat patients until the required regulatory clearance has been achieved.
