Cyberknife Treatment in India
About Cyberknife
Key Highlights
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Non-invasive and painless, requiring no incisions or anesthesia.Extremely precise, using real-time imaging to track and adjust for tumor movement.Minimizes radiation exposure to surrounding healthy tissues and organs.Typically performed as an outpatient procedure with no hospital stay required.Often completed in 1 to 5 treatment sessions (fractions).Effective alternative to surgery for inoperable or hard-to-reach tumors.liAllows for rapid return to normal daily activities./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Primary and metastatic brain tumors (e.g., acoustic neuroma, meningioma, glioma).
- Tumors of the spine and spinal cord.
- Early-stage lung cancer and lung metastases.
- Liver cancer and liver metastases.
- Localized prostate cancer.
- Pancreatic cancer.
- Recurrent tumors previously treated with radiation.
- Tumors located near critical structures where surgery is too risky.
- Trigeminal neuralgia (a type of facial pain).
- Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) in the brain.
How to prepare
- Initial consultation with a Radiation Oncologist to review medical history and imaging (CT, MRI).
- Creation of a custom-fitted mask or body mold to ensure precise positioning during treatment.
- A specialized planning CT scan (and sometimes MRI) is performed with the immobilization device in place.
- The radiation oncology team uses this scan to create a detailed 3D treatment plan, mapping the exact radiation dose.
- Patients may be advised to continue regular medications unless specified by their doctor.
- No special dietary restrictions are typically required before the procedure.
Risks & possible complications
- Fatigue, which is common but usually temporary.
- Skin irritation (redness, dryness) in the treated area.
- Temporary hair loss in the scalp area being treated.
- Nausea or headache, depending on the treatment site.
- Risk of radiation-induced damage to nearby healthy tissues, though minimized by precision.
- Swelling (edema) in the treated area, which is often managed with medication.
- Very low risk of developing a secondary cancer years later due to radiation exposure.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Most patients can leave immediately after each treatment session and resume normal activities.
- Mild side effects like fatigue or skin irritation may appear days after treatment and are managed at home.
- Follow-up appointments with the Radiation Oncologist are scheduled to monitor treatment response and manage any side effects.
- Periodic imaging scans (MRI, CT) are performed to assess tumor control over time.
- Patients are encouraged to maintain a healthy diet, stay hydrated, and get adequate rest.
- Specific instructions will be given based on the treatment site (e.g., skin care for treated areas).
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 weeks for side effects to subside
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering cyberknife in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for cyberknife in India include Cytecare Hospital, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform cyberknife. MediFyr helps you compare radiation oncologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for cyberknife compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Cyberknife in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated radiation oncology teams and experience managing patients undergoing cyberknife.
Bangalore, India
48 DoctorsSaanvi Smith, a 42-year-old high school...
Saanvi Smith, a 42-year-old high school biology teacher and mother of two, began experiencing persistent headaches and episodes of blurred vision. An MRI revealed a small, benign meningioma nestled near her optic nerve. The thought of traditional brain surgery, with its long recovery and risks to her vision, filled her with dread. Her radiation oncologist, Dr. Evans, recommended CyberKnife stereotactic radiosurgery. He explained it was non-invasive, used precise, high-dose radiation to target the tumor while sparing the surrounding healthy tissue, and would allow her to return to her family and classroom quickly. During the five daily sessions, Saanvi lay comfortably on the table, listening to music, feeling only the machine's quiet hum. She was anxious but trusted the technology. A follow-up scan six months later showed the tumor had significantly shrunk and was no longer pressing on her optic nerve. Her symptoms resolved completely. The emotional journey was profound: from the terror of a 'brain tumor' diagnosis and fear of losing her ability to teach and see her children's faces clearly, to immense relief and gratitude. She felt she got her life back without a fight, just precise, intelligent care.
Radiation Oncologists for Cyberknife
Explore experienced radiation oncologists who regularly perform cyberknife and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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- 16 Years Experience
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- 24 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 20 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 31 Years Experience
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- 16 Years Experience
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