Radiation Oncology at Karolinska University Hospital

Radiation Oncology provides specialized cancer treatment using high-energy radiation to target and control cancer cells. Depending on the cancer type, stage and treatment plan, radiation therapy may be used as the primary treatment, before or after surgery, alongside systemic cancer treatment, or for symptom relief in advanced cancer.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The cost of radiation oncology varies according to the type and location of cancer, treatment technique, number of radiation sessions, treatment planning, imaging, specialist consultations and follow-up requirements. A personalized cost estimate can be provided after specialist assessment.

Complete Description

What Is Radiation Oncology?

Radiation Oncology is a specialized field of cancer care focused on using radiation therapy to treat malignant tumors.

Radiation therapy may be used to:

• Destroy or control cancer cells

• Reduce tumor size

• Prevent local cancer recurrence

• Treat selected tumors

• Relieve cancer-related symptoms

Who May Need Radiation Oncology?

Radiation therapy may be considered for patients with:

• Newly diagnosed cancer

• Localized tumors

• Locally advanced cancer

• Cancer following surgery

• Cancer before surgery

• Recurrent cancer

• Selected metastatic cancer

• Cancer causing pain or other symptoms

Radiation Oncology Consultation

The specialist may review:

• Cancer diagnosis

• Tumor location

• Cancer stage

• Pathology

• Previous treatments

• Imaging

• Overall health

• Treatment goals

This information helps determine whether radiation therapy is appropriate.

Radiation Treatment Planning

Before treatment begins, specialists develop an individualized radiation plan.

Planning may involve:

• CT simulation

• MRI or other imaging

• Tumor localization

• Treatment-area definition

• Radiation-dose planning

• Protection of nearby healthy tissues

External Beam Radiation Therapy

External beam radiation therapy delivers radiation from a specialized machine directed toward the tumor.

Treatment is carefully planned to target the affected area while limiting exposure to surrounding healthy tissue.

Advanced Radiation Techniques

Depending on the cancer and clinical requirements, specialized radiation techniques may be considered.

Treatment selection depends on:

• Tumor location

• Tumor size

• Cancer type

• Previous radiation

• Nearby sensitive organs

• Overall treatment plan

Radiation Therapy Before Surgery

In selected cancers, radiation therapy may be used before surgery.

The objective may be to:

• Reduce tumor size

• Improve local disease control

• Support subsequent surgical treatment

Radiation Therapy After Surgery

Radiation may be recommended after surgery when there is a risk of local recurrence or when additional cancer treatment is clinically appropriate.

Radiation Therapy With Medical Oncology

Radiation therapy may be combined with systemic cancer treatments in selected cases.

Treatment planning may involve coordination between:

• Radiation oncologists

• Medical oncologists

• Surgical oncologists

• Radiologists

• Pathologists

• Other specialists

Radiation for Advanced Cancer

Radiation therapy may sometimes be used to help control symptoms caused by advanced cancer.

Depending on the situation, it may help manage:

• Cancer-related pain

• Tumor-related pressure

• Bleeding

• Other localized cancer symptoms

Radiation Treatment Monitoring

During treatment, specialists may monitor:

• Treatment response

• Symptoms

• Side effects

• General health

• Blood tests when appropriate

• Imaging when required

Treatment may be adjusted when clinically necessary.

Management of Radiation Side Effects

Radiation therapy can cause side effects that vary according to the treated body area and treatment plan.

Specialist care may include management of:

• Fatigue

• Skin reactions

• Local discomfort

• Appetite changes

• Other treatment-specific effects

Patients receive individualized guidance based on their treatment.

Follow-Up After Radiation Therapy

Follow-up may include:

• Specialist consultations

• Imaging

• Physical examination

• Monitoring of treatment response

• Assessment for recurrence

• Management of late treatment effects

Radiation Oncology Second Opinion

Patients may seek a radiation oncology second opinion regarding:

• Whether radiation is appropriate

• Radiation dose and treatment schedule

• Treatment technique

• Combination with other cancer treatments

• Previous radiation therapy

• Recurrent cancer

Relevant imaging, pathology and previous treatment records can be reviewed.

International Patient Radiation Oncology

International patients seeking radiation oncology treatment in Sweden should provide relevant medical documentation whenever available.

Useful records may include:

• Pathology reports

• CT or MRI scans

• PET imaging

• Oncology reports

• Previous radiation treatment records

• Surgical reports

• Laboratory results

• Medication list

Complete documentation can help specialists develop an appropriate radiation treatment plan.

Benefits of Specialized Radiation Oncology

Specialized radiation oncology may help:

• Treat selected cancers

• Control localized tumors

• Reduce tumor size

• Reduce risk of local recurrence

• Support treatment before or after surgery

• Combine radiation with systemic therapy

• Manage selected symptoms of advanced cancer

• Provide specialist second opinions

Why Choose Karolinska University Hospital for Radiation Oncology?

Karolinska University Hospital is a major university hospital in Sweden providing specialized cancer treatment and multidisciplinary oncology services.

Patients requiring radiation therapy may be assessed through relevant radiation oncology services according to their cancer diagnosis, treatment needs and eligibility.

The specific radiation treatment plan depends on specialist assessment.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

The total cost depends on the cancer type, treatment technique and number of sessions required.

Potential costs may include:

• Radiation oncology consultation

• CT simulation

• Treatment planning

• Radiation therapy sessions

• Imaging

• Specialist monitoring

• Side-effect management

• Follow-up consultations

A personalized cost estimate can be requested following specialist assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is radiation oncology?

Radiation oncology is a specialized cancer field that uses radiation therapy to treat and control selected cancers.

2. Is radiation therapy used only after surgery?

No. Depending on the cancer, radiation may be used before surgery, after surgery, as a primary treatment or for symptom control.

3. How many radiation sessions are required?

The number of sessions depends on the cancer type, location, treatment goal and individualized radiation plan.

4. Can I get a radiation oncology second opinion in Sweden?

Patients may request specialist review of their cancer diagnosis and proposed radiation treatment, subject to applicable hospital requirements.

5. Can international patients receive radiation oncology treatment in Sweden?

International patients may request specialist assessment and treatment subject to applicable hospital processes, medical requirements, eligibility and program availability.

Product Details

Product Name: Radiation Oncology

Hospital: Karolinska University Hospital

Brand: Karolinska University Hospital

Country: Sweden

Specialty: Oncology & Cancer Care

Service Type: Radiation Oncology

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Subject to applicable eligibility and program requirements

Location: Stockholm, Sweden