放射線は症状抑える選択肢　がんの緩和、普及は遅れ　１～１０回照射で効果|47NEWS（よんななニュース）

This page discusses palliative radiation therapy for cancer patients experiencing pain and bleeding. This treatment, delivered over 1-10 sessions, shows significant effectiveness—approximately 70% of patients with bone metastasis pain experience improvement, with about 30% achieving complete pain relief. However, awareness remains limited among both healthcare providers and patients in Japan, hindering widespread adoption. Challenges include delayed referrals from primary care physicians, insufficient multidisciplinary team collaboration, and inadequate knowledge among medical institutions. The Japanese Radiation Oncology Society plans to increase awareness through education and media, share best practices nationwide, and publish clinical guidelines to promote adoption.