Cyberknife uses image guided technology and computer controlled robotics to deliver high doses of radiation to the tumor with submillimeter accuracy. This is a non-invasive treatment that eliminates the metal head frame used in other stereotactic radiosurgery. The patient lies on the treatment table while the robotic arm moves around him or her. X-ray images are taken throughout the treatment, and the RoboCouch™ is adjusted according to tumor or patient movement. The couch can be adjusted in the room or the planning station.
Accuray's RoboCouch™ System allows patient positioning in six degrees of freedom:
- Anterior/Posterior
- Superior/Inferior
- Left/Right
- Roll
- Pitch
- Yaw
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