CyberKnife Center of Chicago presents the American Cancer Society Facts and Figures 2014 annual report outlining the estimated numbers of new cancer cases and deaths in 2014 as well as current cancer incidence, mortality, and survival statistics and information on cancer symptoms, risk factors, early detection and treatment.

1. 2014 AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
FACTS & FIGURES
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2. TheAmerican Cancer Society’s 2014 Cancer Facts & Figures attempts to
summarize current scientific information about cancer. Except when specified,
it does not represent the official policy of theAmerican Cancer Society.
Datasource:AmericanCancerSociety.CancerFacts&Figures2014.Atlanta:American
CancerSociety;2014.
Please note: We encourage consumers to thoroughly review and understand all treatment options. The
information presented here is not all-inclusive. Rather, it represents a starting point to learn more about medical
conditions and treatment options. This is not intended as a substitute for medical advice from your professional
healthcare provider. Contact your professional healthcare provider to find out if CyberKnife treatment is right for
you.
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3. 2014 New Cancer Cases
Approximately 1,665,540 new cancer
cases are expected to be diagnosed
in 2014 (does not include carcinoma
in situ or non-invasive cancer of any
site except urinary bladder, nor does
it include basal cell or squamous skin
cancers.)
Estimated new cancer cases in
Illinois for 2014: 66,840
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4. Brain & Other Nervous System
• Estimated new cases of brain & other
nervous system: 23,380
• 12,820 Male
• 10,560 Female
• Chances of malignant tumor in the
brain or spinal cord:
• 1 in 140 male
• 1 in 180 female
• Symptoms: headache, nausea,
blurred vision, vomiting, balance
problems, personality or behavior
changes, seizures, fatigue, speech
and language impairment,
weakness in one side of the body
• Risk Factors: radiation exposure,
family history, immune system
disorders, environmental factors
• Treatment Options: Surgery,
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)
radiation therapy, chemotherapy
and targeted therapies, other types
of drugs
In 2014, almost 14,400 of the
estimated 585,720 cancer deaths
will be caused by brain cancer.
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5. CyberKnife® Overview
CyberKnife stereotactic radiosurgery is a treatment option for cancerous and
noncancerous lesions. This non-invasive treatment delivers high-dose radiation to
tumors from different angles adjusting for tumor and patient movement during
treatment.
Traditional radiation treatments are unable to deliver high dose radiation without
exposing a large margin of surrounding tissue to the radiation. As a result,
treatment often occurs over many sessions (up to 45 treatment days) using low
doses of radiation. Conversely, CyberKnife uses its advanced tracking system to
target tumors from multiple angles and deliver high doses of radiation over a
shorter course of time, specifically no more than five treatment sessions.
Utilizing this approach, healthy tissues are minimally exposed to the radiation
resulting in few to no side effects and return to normal activities right after
treatment.
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6. Brain Cancer & CyberKnife Treatment
CyberKnife Center of Chicago treats
brain and nervous system tumors in
patients who cannot tolerate surgery,
have an inoperable tumor, or are
seeking an alternative to surgery.
Unlike some radiosurgery systems,
the CyberKnife does not use an
invasive head frame. Other
radiosurgery systems are capable of
high-dose radiation treatment with a
variety of radiation sources. However,
some use a metal frame attached to
the patient’s skull with screws that
immobilizes the head to accurately
target the tumor. There is no need for
the immobilization head frame with
the CyberKnife system.
Treatment is delivered by CyberKnife
Center of Chicago’s radiation
oncologist and highly trained staff.
CyberKnife provides a non-invasive,
painless and comfortable treatment
with no recovery time.
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7. Additional Resources
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8. Our Center
CyberKnife Center of Chicago opened in August 2009 as a
service of Elmhurst Memorial Hospital. Our center is a part of the
new Center for Cancer Care at Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare,
offering hope to patients in the Chicago suburbs and beyond.
If you or a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, contact
CyberKnife Center of Chicago to schedule a consultation with our
physicians to determine the next best step for your treatment
needs.
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