What Is Proton Therapy?

Proton therapy uses protons instead of X-rays, releasing energy at a specific depth (the Bragg peak) to minimize damage to surrounding healthy tissue.

Why China?

5 active proton centers — most in Asia outside Japan. Full course: $30,800-53,200 vs $80,000-150,000 in the USA — 63% savings.

Best Indications- Pediatric cancers (reduces lifetime secondary cancer risk)- Brain tumors near optic nerves or brainstem- Skull base tumors (chordoma, chondrosarcoma)- Recurrent cancers in previously irradiated areas

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