Gamma Knife for Treating Brain

Gamma Knife for Treating Brain and Neurological Disorders

The new era of precise, non-invasive radiosurgery for brain and neurological conditions

Rising Demand for Personalized, Minimally Invasive Treatments

As Thailand's aging population continues to grow, there is an increasing expectation for better quality of life, less pain from treatment, and shorter recovery times. Alongside this trend is the growing demand for personalized, patient-specific care in the treatment of brain and neurological disorders.

Today, neuro-oncology and neurosurgery have advanced significantly with the introduction of the Leksell Gamma Knife® Icon™. This next-generation stereotactic radiosurgery system offers precise, personalized treatment options tailored to each patient. The Gamma Knife Icon enhances accuracy, flexibility, and effectiveness in treating various brain lesions without the need for open surgery.

What Makes Gamma Knife Icon Special?

• High precision targeting with advanced imaging integration

• Single-session or multiple-session flexibility

• Choice between traditional head frame or non-invasive face mask

Conditions Treated with Gamma Knife

Brain Tumors

• Meningioma (tumors of the meninges)

• Pituitary Adenoma (pituitary gland tumors)

• Pineal Region Tumor

• Schwannoma (acoustic nerve tumors)

• Other benign brain tumors

Metastatic Brain Cancer

• Brain Metastases (cancer spreading to the brain)

• Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma

• Glioblastoma

• Chordoma (base of skull tumors)

• Astrocytoma

• Medulloblastoma

• Other metastatic brain tumors

Vascular Disorders in the Brain

• Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)

• Cavernous Malformation (non-tumor vascular abnormalities that may mimic tumor symptoms)

• Other vascular brain disorders

Functional Brain Disorders

• Trigeminal Neuralgia (chronic facial nerve pain)

• Epilepsy

• Parkinson’s Disease

• Other functional neurological conditions

Advanced Precision Radiosurgery

Focused Radiation Delivery

Gamma Knife uses 192 focused gamma rays from cobalt-60 sources, precisely targeting abnormal brain tissues while minimizing exposure to healthy surrounding tissue. Its limited moving parts and high mechanical stability make it a highly accurate and safe platform for radiosurgery.

3D Imaging Guidance with Cone Beam CT

Stereotactic Cone Beam CT technology creates a 3D image-based map for precise patient positioning and accurate radiation delivery.

Automated Radiation Dose Planning

Using specialized software in the Gamma Knife Icon, radiation intensity and targeting are automatically calculated to ensure optimal accuracy throughout the procedure.

Real-Time Motion Tracking

Gamma Knife Icon includes a real-time motion tracking system with a precision of up to 0.15 mm. If the patient moves beyond a safe threshold, radiation delivery pauses automatically, ensuring maximum safety and precision.

Flexible, Patient-Centered Treatment Approach

Gamma Knife treatment can be fully tailored to each patient’s condition and comfort. Whether using a traditional head frame or a customized mask, the treatment planning process is designed to suit each individual’s anatomy and lesion characteristics for the highest therapeutic outcome.