Cancer Summit

Radiotherapy Innovations and Precision Surgical Oncology

Radiotherapy and surgical oncology are undergoing a transformation through precision medicine, robotics, and advanced imaging technologies, enabling more effective and less invasive cancer treatments. Modern radiotherapy techniques, such as intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT), stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT), proton therapy, and image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT), allow highly targeted tumor irradiation while sparing surrounding healthy tissues, reducing side effects, and improving patient outcomes. In surgical oncology, robotic-assisted surgeries, minimally invasive procedures, and real-time intraoperative imaging are enhancing precision, shortening recovery times, and expanding operability for complex tumor resections. Integration of radiomics and AI in treatment planning optimizes dose delivery, predicts tumor response, and personalizes therapy schedules. Multidisciplinary approaches combining surgery, radiotherapy, and systemic therapies such as chemotherapy, targeted therapy, or immunotherapy are improving overall survival and quality of life. Additionally, innovations in intraoperative navigation, fluorescence-guided surgery, and sentinel lymph node mapping are improving accuracy in tumor localization and margin assessment. Challenges remain in equipment accessibility, training, and treatment costs, particularly in low-resource settings. This session will explore cutting-edge radiotherapy techniques, advancements in surgical oncology, clinical outcomes, and translational research, highlighting how precision interventions are redefining standards of care and improving long-term cancer survival.