Extracorporeal irradiation

Extracorporeal irradiation (EI) is one of the most common methods of radiation therapy. It consists of irradiating blood or lymph, which are located in a special shunt and connected to the patient’s circulatory system. This method is used to treat various diseases such as cancer, infections and other diseases.

Extracorporeal therapy can be performed both on an outpatient basis and in a hospital setting. During the procedure, the patient is under anesthesia or sedation to avoid pain.

Irradiation of blood or lymph occurs in a special apparatus called an extracorporeal irradiator. This device has special filters that allow only certain frequencies of radiation to pass through.

After the procedure, the patient is prescribed antibiotics and anticoagulants to prevent blood clots. Medicines may also be prescribed to reduce the level of radiation in the body.

The results of extracorporeal therapy may vary depending on the disease and its stage. In some cases, this method may be the only effective treatment. However, like any other treatment method, extracorporeal therapy has its drawbacks and can cause side effects.