Understand the key differences between surgery and radiation therapy clinical trials and research opportunities
Physical removal of tumours. Remains the most curative approach for many solid tumours. Minimally invasive and robotic techniques are expanding surgical options.
Uses high-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells. Can be curative (especially for localised disease) or palliative. Advanced techniques (SBRT, proton therapy) improve precision.
Surgery provides immediate tumour removal but requires fitness for anaesthesia. Radiation avoids surgery but requires multiple sessions and has cumulative tissue effects.
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