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Intensity modulated radiation therapy

A type of three-dimensional radiation therapy, which improves the targeting of treatment delivery in a way that is likely to decrease damage to normal tissues and allows varying intensities. Used to diagnose genetic diseases in newborns, children, and adults; identify future health risks; predict drug responses; and assess risks to future children.

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