Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital Completes First Brain Tumor Treatments with the ZAP-X Gyroscopic Radiosurgery Platform
July 02 2024 - 6:15AM
Business Wire
Installation Marks the Second ZAP-X System in
Korea to Offer the Latest Advance in Non-Surgical Brain Tumor
Care
ZAP Surgical Systems, Inc., a global leader in surgical
robotics, proudly announces the completion of first patient
treatments at Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital using the ZAP-X®
Gyroscopic Radiosurgery® platform. This marks the second
installation of the ZAP-X system in Korea, signifying a substantial
advancement in providing cutting-edge medical care to patients in
the Asia-Pacific region.
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The Vault-Free, Cobalt-Free ZAP-X®
Gyroscopic Radiosurgery® Platform at Dongguk University Ilsan
Hospital (interior view). (Photo: Business Wire)
Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) provides a non-invasive and
painless treatment option for treating many primary and metastatic
brain tumors, as well as other conditions of the head and neck.
With outcomes equivalent or superior to traditional open surgeries,
SRS typically involves only one to five brief outpatient visits,
allowing patients to often resume normal activities on the same
day.
Historically, the hospital’s radiosurgery patients were treated
in the Radiation Oncology department using multi-purpose radiation
delivery systems typically employed for breast, lung, and prostate
cancers. However, with the addition of the ZAP-X platform, the
Neurosurgery department at Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital will
now independently lead cranial SRS treatments. The ZAP-X system is
exclusively optimized for cranial, head, and neck applications,
helping to ensure the highest precision and minimize potential
radiation exposure to healthy critical anatomy.
Located 60 minutes from Seoul's Incheon International Airport,
Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital is a renowned medical institution
founded by Dongguk University. With 33 departments, 47 specialized
clinics, and 11 specialized centers, the hospital is committed to
delivering exceptional patient care through the latest innovations
and advanced technology.
The ZAP-X system's ground-breaking design utilizes gyroscopic
mobility to precisely focus high-dose radiation on targeted tumors
from thousands of potential angles, maximizing the preservation of
healthy brain tissue and patient cognitive function. Further, its
vault-free and cobalt-free features eliminate the requirement for
expensive shielded radiation treatment rooms and the management of
radioactive isotopes.
Dr. Seung-yeob Yang, Professor of Neurosurgery at Dongguk
University Ilsan Hospital expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "The
ZAP-X system represents a meaningful advancement in our ability to
treat primary and metastatic brain tumors, as well as functional
disorders such as trigeminal neuralgia. Its precision and
non-invasive nature allow us to provide our patients with the best
possible care while minimizing side effects and patient
downtime."
“Together with superior technical capabilities, the ZAP-X
platform offered significant advantages over traditional radiation
delivery systems. Also, ZAP-X eliminated the need to construct a
shielded radiation bunker and allowed for easy installation in our
existing outpatient Neurosurgery department,” added Dr. Yang.
About ZAP Surgical Systems, Inc.
ZAP Surgical Systems, Inc. designs and manufactures the ZAP-X®
Gyroscopic Radiosurgery® platform. ZAP was founded in 2014 by Dr.
John R. Adler. In addition to being CEO of ZAP, Dr. Adler is
Emeritus Dorothy & TK Chan Professor of Neurosurgery and
Radiation Oncology at Stanford University. Dr. Adler is also
renowned as the inventor of the CyberKnife® system and founder of
Accuray, Inc. The ZAP-X platform incorporates a unique vault-free
design that typically eliminates the need for costly shielded
treatment rooms. ZAP-X also utilizes a modern linear accelerator to
eliminate legacy use of Cobalt-60. Learn more at ZAP Surgical and
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