Target volume

What does "Target volume" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

In the field of medicine, "target volume" refers to the specific area in the body that needs to be treated, often with radiation therapy. This could be a tumor or a specific organ that is affected by disease. Doctors use various imaging techniques to accurately identify and measure this target volume. This helps them to direct the treatment precisely, minimizing harm to healthy tissues surrounding the target area.

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