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Why is it important to target high-energy X-ray beams accurately?.
- A.To ensure the treatment is more expensive
- B.To maximize the radiation dose to the tumor while protecting healthy tissue
- C.To reduce the number of treatment sessions required
- D.To increase the complexity of the treatment plan
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- To maximize the radiation dose to the tumor while protecting healthy tissue
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Accurate targeting of high-energy X-ray beams is important to maximize the radiation dose to the tumor while protecting healthy tissue. This mechanism ensures that the treatment is effective in destroying cancer cells, which is crucial for successful outcomes, while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy cells, thereby reducing side effects and improving patient quality of life.
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