CyberKnife vs. Linac

[Warm_in_MN]

Hi everyone,

Can somone(s) help me determine the difference between CK and Linac treatments?

Greatly appreciated!!

Bob

[mk]

I think that CK is a form of LINAC (linear accelerator), but more advanced with robotic technology and simultaneous imaging. Traditional LINAC treatments are fractionated over weeks, but CK typically involves 3 or 5 sessions. This is my understanding, but it may not be accurate. Can anyone else chime in?

Marianna