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Dr. Resham Srivastava is a Associate Director Radiation Oncology at the Medanta Hospital, Lucknow. She did her post graduation from the prestigious SGPGIMS, Lucknow and has more than 15 years of experience in the field of Radiation Oncology.

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DIBH Radiation Therapy in Lucknow

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DIBH (Deep Inspiration Breath Hold) is a radiation therapy technique designed to reduce radiation exposure to the heart and lungs, especially during treatment of left-sided breast cancer and sometimes thoracic or upper abdominal tumors.

What is DIBH (Deep Inspiration Breath Hold)?

  • The patient takes a deep breath and holds it during radiation delivery.
  • This causes the lungs to expand and the heart to move away from the chest wall and treatment field.
  • The radiation is delivered only during these breath-hold periods, which are typically 15–30 seconds long.

Why Use DIBH in Radiation Therapy?

Mainly used to protect critical organs from unnecessary radiation, especially:

  • Heart (in left-sided breast cancer)
  • Lungs (in breast, lymphoma, or esophageal cancers)
  • Liver, stomach, diaphragm (in some upper abdominal tumors)
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Common Uses of DIBH

Cancer Type Benefit of DIBH
Left-sided breast cancer Reduces heart and lung dose
Lymphoma (mediastinal) Lowers lung and cardiac exposure
Liver tumors Improves targeting and spares liver

Benefits of DIBH Radiation Therapy

  • Reduces radiation to heart and lungs
  • Improves tumor targeting (especially in mobile organs)
  • May lower risk of long-term side effects like:
    • Heart disease
    • Lung fibrosis
    • Secondary cancers
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DIBH is a simple but highly effective technique that:

  • Increases safety of radiation therapy
  • Minimizes long-term risks
  • Is widely used in modern cancer centers for cardiopulmonary protection

Why Choose DIBH Treatment in Lucknow with Dr. Resham Srivastava?

Dr. Resham Srivastava, Senior Consultant Radiation Oncology at Medanta Hospital, Lucknow, is experienced in advanced techniques like DIBH. Patients benefit from:

  • Precise tumor targeting with minimal side effects
  • Personalized treatment plans based on tumor type and location
  • Access to modern radiation therapy technology for cardiopulmonary safety
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Book Appointment for DIBH Radiation Therapy in Lucknow

Early consultation ensures safer, more effective treatment. Book your appointment with Dr. Resham Srivastava today.

Frequently Asked Questions

A1. DIBH stands for Deep Inspiration Breath Hold, a technique where patients hold a deep breath during radiation delivery to protect the heart and lungs.

A2. DIBH is especially beneficial for patients with left-sided breast cancer, mediastinal lymphoma, and some upper abdominal tumors where critical organs are near the radiation field.

A3. Each breath-hold typically lasts 15–30 seconds, during which radiation is precisely delivered. Multiple breath-holds may be done in a single session.

A4. Yes. DIBH reduces radiation exposure to the heart and lungs, lowering the risk of long-term side effects like heart disease, lung fibrosis, and secondary cancers.

A5. You can consult Dr. Resham Srivastava, Senior Consultant Radiation Oncology at Medanta Hospital, Lucknow, who specializes in DIBH and advanced radiation therapy techniques.

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