PROTON THERAPY & PARTICLE THERAPY
Frequently asked questions about proton therapy
These are general answers to common patient questions. Your own eligibility and treatment plan must be confirmed by the treating centre.
Case reviewbefore travel
European centresselected for the case
Romanian supportthrough the process
FAQ
Common questions
01
Is proton therapy always better than photons?
No. Its value depends on the individual dose distribution and clinical context.
02
Does the treatment hurt?
The beam is not felt, although radiation side effects can occur depending on the treated area.
03
How long does treatment take?
The number of fractions varies by diagnosis and protocol.
04
Is it suitable for children?
It is frequently considered in paediatric cases, but not automatically indicated.
05
Can it be used after previous radiotherapy?
Sometimes, but re-irradiation requires careful cumulative-dose review.
06
Who decides eligibility?
The physicians at the proton therapy centre.
07
Can public funding be available?
Possibly, depending on the patient’s country and authorisation rules.
08
Does MEDITRAVEL prescribe treatment?
No. The team coordinates the request; medical decisions belong to the treating centre.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Would you like a European particle-therapy centre to review the case?
Send the diagnosis and the records you already have. We will tell you what is useful for a medical review and which centres can be checked.