The first "Gamma Knife" in Central Asia

The National Center for Neurosurgery has launched the first Gamma Knife in Central Asia.

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The National Center for Neurosurgery has launched the first Gamma Knife complex in Central Asia. There are 400 such installations worldwide, and three in the Commonwealth of Independent States. The device treats brain tumors and diseases using radioactive radiation. Kazakh citizens will receive treatment free of charge under a quota.

The First "Gamma Knife" in Central AsiaThe National Center for Neurosurgery has launched the first Gamma Knife system in Central Asia at the Department of Radiology and Radiotherapy. There are only 400 such systems in the world, and just three in the CIS.The Gamma Knife is used to treat brain tumors, vascular and functional diseases. It uses radioactive radiation that destroys the DNA of tumor cells without harming healthy tissues. Kazakh citizens will be able to receive this treatment free of charge through a quota.Source

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