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@jeffmarc
Hi,
The difference between the two is that the Proton beam has a fixed length and does not extend the beam past the cancer and cause collateral damage in the bladder or rectum. With photon they typically use a jell between the cancer and bladder/colon for protection. Also Proton can be used in the same area once you have maxed out with radiation dosages.
Dave 3+4