Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT)

Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT) is a targeted cancer treatment that combines the use of special compounds containing boron with neutron radiation. Patients are given a boron-containing substance that selectively accumulates in tumor cells. When these patients are exposed to a controlled neutron beam, the neutrons interact with the boron atoms, creating high-energy particles that selectively destroy the cancer cells from within. This precise approach aims to minimize damage to healthy tissue, making BNCT a promising option for treating certain cancers, especially those difficult to remove surgically or resistant to traditional therapies.