Inventors:
Fraser C. Henderson - Washington DC
James Rodgers - Washington DC
Azam Niroomand-Rad - Washington DC
Kevin Cleary - Washington DC
Anatoly Dritschilo - Washington DC
Leon Der - Washington DC
Assignee:
Georgetown University School of Medicine - Washington DC
International Classification:
A61B 505
US Classification:
600427, 128899, 378 64, 378 65, 600425, 600473, 600476, 600 1, 600 2, 600 3
Abstract:
A system for delivery of high dosage of radiation to a targeted spinal area is provided. This is accomplished by a system which provides for precise immobilization and positioning of the treated spinal area during dose planning and treatment via stereotactic radiosurgery. Advantages of the system include convenience to the patient, enhanced efficacy, and reduced risk of radiotoxicity to non-target tissues.