Radiotherapy Collection

Science. Use of the X-rays at the customs. Imagery in: The wonder of Electricity, France, c.1910
2638698 Science. Use of the X-rays at the customs. Imagery in: The wonder of Electricity, France, c.1910.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sciences. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI.

View of a room of the Pellizzari Institute, in Florence, used for physioradiotherapeutic therapy, 1905 (glass plate)
494196 View of a room of the Pellizzari Institute, in Florence, used for physioradiotherapeutic therapy, 1905 (glass plate) by Fratelli Alinari (fl.1854-1920); Alinari

Lasers used to position a patient wearing a short face mask in a computed tomography
Lasers are used to position a patient model wearing a short face mask in a computed tomography (CT) scanner to obtain images of a tumor before radiation therapy

Black and white illustration of a patient undergoing radiation therapy

Radiation therapists fit a short face mask to a patient during radiation therapy
Two radiation therapists fit a short face mask to a patient model to steady the head during radiation therapy

Patient positioned in computed tomography scanner
A patient model wearing a short face mask is positioned in a computed tomography (CT) scanner to obtain images of a tumor before radiation therapy

Radium treatment at the Radium Institute, Riding House Street, Portland Place, London. Radium emanation purifying plant. 16 January 1925

Cancer treatment, artwork F007 / 4199
Cancer treatment, conceptual image. Computer artwork representing the use of radiation in tumour treatment. Tumours are caused by the uncontrolled growth of previously normal cells

Neutron therapy research for cancer
Neutron therapy research. Compact neutron generator used for neutron and neutron-capture cancer therapy, being tested on rats

Radiotherapy, conceptual image C013 / 5587
Radiotherapy, conceptual image. Computer artwork representing the use of ionising radiation to kill cancerous cells (centre)

Treatment using X-rays, 1897
Treatment using X-rays. 19th-century artwork of a patient in bed being treated by X-rays from the machine at right. At the time (1897)

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Radiotherapy, also known as radiation therapy, has been a crucial component in the fight against cancer for over a century. The advancements made in this field have revolutionized the way we approach and treat this devastating disease. Looking back to 1905, we catch a glimpse of the early days at the Pellizzari Institute in Florence. A room filled with hope and determination, where physioradiotherapeutic therapy was administered to patients using glass plate technology, and is awe-inspiring to witness how far we have come since then. Fast forward to modern times, lasers play a vital role in positioning patients during computed tomography scans. With precision and accuracy, these lasers ensure that patients wearing short face masks are perfectly aligned for their treatment journey. This technological marvel allows us to target tumors with unparalleled precision while minimizing damage to healthy tissues. In an evocative black and white illustration, we see a patient undergoing radiation therapy. Their courage shines through as they bravely face each session with resilience and strength. Radiation therapists work diligently behind the scenes fitting short face masks onto patients during their treatments – their expertise guiding every step towards healing. The Radium Institute on Riding House Street in London holds historical significance as it served as a hub for radium treatment many years ago. Patients sought solace within its walls as they embarked on their battle against cancer. These images serve as reminders of our collective commitment to finding effective solutions against this relentless disease. Artwork depicting cancer treatment reminds us of the ongoing research efforts dedicated to improving radiotherapy techniques further. Neutron therapy research offers new possibilities by harnessing innovative approaches that hold promise for enhanced outcomes. A conceptual image captures the essence - symbolizing hope amidst adversity; it represents our unwavering dedication towards eradicating cancer from countless lives worldwide. As time progresses, so does our understanding of radiotherapy's potential impact on saving lives and providing relief from pain caused by cancer.