Current status and future prospects of radiation oncology in Sri Lanka.

Purpose: To investigate the current status of radiation treatment facilities in Sri Lanka and to explore future possibilities required to adequately address increasing cancer care.

Methods: Hospitals with radiation therapy facilities from across the country were identified. Data pertaining to the types of radiotherapy equipment, radiation oncology staffing, and radiotherapy education were collected by onsite visit, conversation over the phone, and from other available cancer resources in Sri Lanka.