The GammaTile (IMAGE)

NorthShore University HealthSystem

The GammaTile

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This small, 2 cm x 2 cm radioactive tile (GammaTile) is placed directly into the patient's brain where the tumor was removed to deliver immediate treatment directly to the area most at risk of recurrence while protecting healthy brain tissue.

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GT Medical Technologies, Inc.

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