Cancer treatment options are continuously developing to improve treatment efficiency, allowing cancer patients to regain a good quality of life. Proton therapy is an advanced radiation technology that targets cancer more precisely and reduces side effects effectively. Therefore, the Bangkok Proton Center was established at Wattanosoth Cancer Hospital to enhance treatment opportunities and elevate cancer patient care to international standards.
Cancer can be treated with proton particles
Treating cancer with proton particles involves radiating energy from proton particles to destroy cancer cells at the targeted area without affecting the surrounding normal tissues. Because the direction and depth of radiation can be controlled well, it helps reduce side effects and complications from radiation in cancer patients better than conventional radiation. Moreover, it does not take long for treatment, leaves no residual radiation in the body, and patients can return to normal life, but they must be under the close supervision of a specialized cancer doctor and a multidisciplinary team to achieve the intended treatment outcome.
Advantages of using proton particles to treat cancer patients
- Reduces side effects of radiation because proton particles target the cancer mass while minimizing impact on surrounding tissue
- High treatment efficiency with satisfying results
- Suitable for treating complex cancers such as liver cancer and sarcomas (Sarcoma)
- Suitable for patients who cannot undergo surgery due to certain limitations
- An alternative treatment for elderly patients who are at risk with other treatments, such as prostate cancer
- Reduces the risk of future cancers from initial radiation, especially in children and adolescents
- Ensures a good quality of life during treatment as compared to X-ray radiation, especially in elderly patients
- Hospitalization is not required
Bangkok Proton Center Enhancing Cancer Patient Care
Bangkok Proton Center at Wattanosoth Cancer Hospital Cancer Hospital was established through the collaboration of Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDMS) joining forces with Medical Excellence JAPAN (MEJ), a medical innovation association from Japan, working closely with governmental bodies, medical institutions, educational institutions, the healthcare industry, and the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) under the support of the Japanese government. This international-level proton center was set up in Thailand to elevate cancer care standards in Thailand to meet international standards, foster better quality of life, and strengthen public health cooperation at the regional level.
Proton Therapy Technology Enhances Cancer Treatment Efficiency
The modern treatment technology aimed at improving the quality of life for cancer patients is the core of the Bangkok Proton Center at Wattanosoth Cancer Hospital Cancer Hospital , by introducing the “Next Generation Proton” Proton Therapy Technology developed to fulfill a new dimension of precise cancer treatment that reduces side effects on cancer patients. This is combined with comprehensive care in every detail under Total Cancer Care by a highly skilled and experienced multidisciplinary team to provide patients with holistic care in every step, from treatment, rehabilitation to continuous follow-up care. It offers another effective treatment option, helping cancer patients have a better quality of life both during and after the treatment, restoring their confidence to live happily and reducing the risk of recurrence in the future.
The Bangkok Proton Center at Wattanosoth Cancer Hospital is ready to provide cancer treatment services for both Thai and international patients by 2029, equipped with advanced technology for cancer treatment, highly experienced cancer specialists and a multidisciplinary team to help them live confidently and smile every day.
For more information, contact
Bangkok Proton Center
02 755 1188 (Cancer Hotline 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM)
0 2310 3000 (24 hours)
1719 (Local Only 24 hours)
