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Radiation therapy

Source: Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.

Source updated: December 19, 2024 · Captured 2026-09-09.

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Context: Treatment Option Overview / The following types of treatment may be used:

Radiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays or other types of radiation to kill cancer cells or keep them from growing. External radiation therapy uses a machine outside the body to send radiation toward the area of the body with cancer.

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Because radiation therapy can affect growth and brain development in young children, especially children who are 3 years old or younger, the dose of radiation therapy may be lower than in older children.

Learn more about External Beam Radiation Therapy for Cancer and Radiation Therapy Side Effects.

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