Radiotherapy mask

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This specially designed mask was worn by a patient undergoing radiotherapy treatment for throat cancer in 2018. Radiotherapy experts utilize high-energy radiation beams, typically X-rays or gamma rays, to target the body's cells. The radiation damages DNA within those cells, preventing them from reproducing and spreading the cancer. The custom-made mask securely holds the patient's head and neck in place, allowing for precise targeting of the tumor without harming surrounding healthy tissue. Use our interactive 3D radiotherapy mask model to bring your teaching to life: https://learning-resources.sciencemuseum.org.uk/resources/radiotherapy-mask Learn more about this significant medical device in the Science Museum Group's extensive online collection: https://collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk/objects/co8608236/radiotherapy-mask