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What effect does shaping high-energy X-ray beams have on treatment outcomes?.
- A.It leads to higher rates of tumor recurrence
- B.It improves the effectiveness of the treatment
- C.It increases the side effects experienced by patients
- D.It complicates the treatment process
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- It improves the effectiveness of the treatment
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Shaping high-energy X-ray beams improves the effectiveness of the treatment by allowing for a more concentrated dose of radiation to be delivered directly to the tumor. This mechanism enhances the likelihood of tumor cell destruction while sparing healthy tissue, leading to better overall treatment outcomes and patient recovery.
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