Cyclotron is a device used to accelerate particles that constantly shoots a beam of charged protons in a circular direction that creates radioisotopes for a group of drugs known as radiopharmaceuticals, which are used to detect and treat cancer. Charged particles are propelled to extremely high speeds and energy using electromagnetic fields. These protons are used to bombard stable isotopes, which are non-radioactive materials, to create medical radioisotopes. A nuclear reaction happens when the proton beam interacts with the stable isotopes, turning them into radioactive isotopes (radioisotopes).
The cyclotron is a vital resource for both innovation and medical treatment. It will enable us to diagnose many illnesses accurately and early. With its rapid advancements in recent years, Positron Emission Tomography (PET) is quickly becoming a vital imaging tool for cancer patient evaluation and staging.
