Alison Tree answers five questions about their experience with Elekta Unity
MR-guided radiotherapy: Elekta Unity
Dr. Alison Tree, MD from the Institute of Cancer Research and The Royal Marsden Hospital (RMH), UK, shares her initial experience with the Elekta Unity MR-Linac, highlights the PRISM clinical trial, and reflects on the impact of this technology on both treatment outcomes and patient experience.
What has your initial experience with Elekta Unity been like?
- Treated 10 patients with prostate cancer and 2 with rectal cancer
- Observed no unexpected toxicities and achieved positive treatment outcomes
What is the PRISM Study?
- A clinical trial for men with prostate cancer
- Delivers 60 Gy in 20 fractions over 4 weeks
- Treatment plans are adapted daily based on anatomical changes, thanks to Elekta Unity's advanced imaging and adaptive capabilities
How are you using Elekta Unity in your practice?
- Looking ahead to hypofractionated treatment—delivering fewer, higher-dose sessions
- Unity’s adaptive precision supports this shift, potentially reducing treatment times
What stands out most about Elekta Unity?
- Provides unprecedented visibility into anatomical changes
- Showcases the variation between patients, allowing truly personalized care
- The ability to adapt treatment plans in real time is a game changer
What has the patient response been?
- Overwhelmingly positive feedback
- Low levels of anxiety
- Patients appreciate the high level of precision and care





