On February 24, in an exchange with Lao Dong Newspaper, Mr. Nguyen Huy Sang (of MEGA Medical Equipment Company, representative of VARIAN MEDICAL SYSTEMS) informed that the installation of the radiation therapy machine system at Can Tho City Oncology Hospital is being urgently implemented and deployed synchronously to ensure progress and meet medical needs in the Mekong Delta region.
According to information, although there are some difficulties in the implementation process, so far, the unit has completed the mechanical part and wiring, followed by turning on the machine and adjusting parameters, before proceeding to emit rays, applying for a license from the Department of Radiation and Nuclear Safety to officially serve.
A regular Cobalt radiation therapy machine takes about 20 - 30 minutes per radiation therapy session. This new machine has a very high therapeutic rate, is the latest generation, and has applied AI technology in radiation therapy, so the radiation therapy time is only from 4 - 6 minutes, which is a significant reduction of 5 - 6 times compared to the previous machine" - Mr. Sang said.
According to Mr. Sang, with this system, Can Tho City Oncology Hospital can provide radiation therapy for about 200 cases/day. It is known that this is the first modern generation of machines in the public health system, previously, the unit installed 2 machines in the private system.
When hearing information about the implementation of modern radiation therapy machine investment at Can Tho City Oncology Hospital under the direction of the Government, many people shared with Lao Dong about their joy and happiness.
Ms. Nguyen Thi Kim Hoang (Vinh Long province) said: "Investing in machines not only helps cancer patients reduce night waits but also shortens the time spent on the machines. Patients' pain and psychology are somewhat relieved.
Ms. Le Thi Yen (Can Tho City) said that timely and timely investment shows the concern of Can Tho and Central leaders for patients, especially patients with dangerous diseases.
It is known that it is expected that by the end of March 2026, the hospital will put into operation this modern radiation therapy system.
According to Dr. Vo Van Kha - Director of Can Tho City Oncology Hospital, the hospital approved by the Prime Minister is the specialized oncology center of the Mekong Delta region. Thus, the role of the hospital will create connections, networks, specifically reducing the burden of cancer for people. Currently, the majority of the hospital's medical staff and medical staff are highly trained.
As Lao Dong newspaper reported, in the afternoon of February 16 (29th Tet), leaders of the Can Tho City Party Committee and representatives of departments and branches came to inspect the progress of installing a modern radiation therapy system at the Hospital. Leaders of the Can Tho City Party Committee encouraged the spirit of responsible work of the Can Tho City Oncology Hospital and its coordinating unit, requesting to continue to accelerate progress to serve patients.
