Comparing the effects of irradiation with protons or photons on neonatal mouse brain: Apoptosis, oncogenesis and hippocampal alterations

Proton therapy offers a favorable depth-dose deposition with the advantage of sparing healthy tissues, therefore potentially reducing radiation side effects. Proton therapy is commonly used to treat a range of tumors including central nervous tumors, such as medulloblastoma (MB) [1].

Source: Radiotherapy and Oncology - April 10, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Daniela Giovannini, Francesca Antonelli, Arianna Casciati, Cinzia De Angelis, Maria Denise Astorino, Giulia Bazzano, Emiliano Fratini, Alessandro Ampollini, Monia Vadrucci, Evaristo Cisbani, Paolo Nenzi, Luigi Picardi, Anna Saran, Carmela Marino, Mariater Tags: Original Article Source Type: research