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A procedure that uses a computer to create a 3-dimensional picture of the tumor. This allows doctors to give the highest possible dose of radiation to the tumor, while sparing the normal tissue as much as possible.

Resource

Title: National Cancer Institute
NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms

Alternate Names

3-dimensional radiation therapy
3D-CRT

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