Imrt (** Equipment manufacturers include Varian (TrueBeam, Clinac), Elekta (Versa HD, Synergy), and Accuray (TomoTherapy) - these are treatment systems, not drug brands. **)
Other Medications
Description
Not applicable as Imrt is not a medication but a radiation therapy technique used in the treatment of colorectal cancer to deliver precise doses of radiation to tumors while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissue. It can be used across different lines of therapy, often in combination with chemotherapy or targeted therapies.
Mechanism of Action
Not applicable as Imrt refers to Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy, a type of radiation therapy technique rather than a drug.
Side Effects
Not applicable as Imrt is not a medication; however
Common side effects of radiation therapy include fatigue
Skin irritation at the site of treatment
Nausea and vomiting
Diarrhea
And in some cases
Long-term complications such as bowel or bladder damage.
Not all side effects are listed. Side effects vary by individual. Always consult your oncologist.
Clinical Trials
NCT02017704
Phase 2
Archived
Chemoradiation or Brachytherapy for Rectal Cancer
United States