radiotherapy using a beam of protons, which penetrates tissues with minimal energy deposition before the beam reaches a certain depth (Bragg peak), thus localizing the dose to the target area and minimizing irradiation of surrounding tissues. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001
radiotherapy using a beam of protons, which penetrates tissues with minimal energy deposition before the beam reaches a certain depth (Bragg peak), thus localizing the dose to the target area and minimizing irradiation of surrounding tissues.