Radiation Therapy in Melanoma, Novel Paradigms

Anthony T. Nguyen, MD PhD
Department of Radiation Oncology
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Radiation therapy serves as an effective treatment for melanoma, utilizing a focused beam of high-energy particles aimed at the tumor. This process obliterates cancer cells by inflicting irreparable damage to their DNA.
Employed in various capacities, radiation therapy is often recommended post-surgery to forestall melanoma's recurrence. It may also be administered alongside immunotherapy or other pharmacological treatments to enhance the durability of the treatment response. Additionally, radiation therapy plays a pivotal role in alleviating symptoms associated with tumor growth.