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Radiation therapy

Source: Childhood Vascular Tumors (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.

Source updated: March 6, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.

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Context: Types of treatment for childhood vascular tumors / Treatment options

Radiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays or other types of radiation to kill tumor 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 the tumor. It is used to treat some vascular tumors.

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

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