Can AI Improve Early Detection of Breast Cancer in MRI Studies?
Recent research indicates that using artificial intelligence (AI) to reevaluate breast MRIs deemed high-risk could markedly enhance early breast cancer detection. A retrospective study published in Academic Radiology examined the effectiveness of a convolutional neural network trained on breast MRI data to predict breast cancer development within a year following initially negative MRI results. The… Read more
BAT: A Revolutionary Garment Enhancing Radiation Safety for Healthcare Professionals
On September 23, 2024, Burlington Medical announced the availability of BAT, a groundbreaking radiation protection garment designed to significantly reduce the risk of breast cancer and other radiation-associated cancers among healthcare workers. This innovative garment covers crucial areas such as the breast, axilla, and thyroid. Developed by Dr. Lauren Ramsey, a Breast Surgical Oncologist, BAT… Read more
Research Advocates for Advanced Precision Radiation Therapy in Lung Cancer
A new study from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center advocates for the use of intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) over 3D-conformal radiotherapy (3D-CRT) in treating unresectable, locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Published in JAMA Oncology, the study reveals that IMRT leads to fewer severe side effects, such as pneumonitis, while delivering similar… Read more
Advancements in Lung Cancer Detection and Treatment Monitoring
UC Davis Health has implemented two groundbreaking imaging technologies to improve lung cancer care. The first technology, a new mobile 3D CT imaging system, enhances early detection of lung cancer by enabling more precise biopsies. This system, used in conjunction with a robotic-assisted bronchoscopy tool, allows for accurate real-time imaging, reducing procedure times and increasing… Read more
Diagnosing Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
In the United States, nearly one million people live with multiple sclerosis (MS), an immune-mediated inflammatory disease that affects the central nervous system by causing demyelination and axonal transection, leading to regional and whole-brain atrophy. Characterized by symptomatic episodes that can occur months or years apart, MS symptoms vary widely but commonly include sensory loss,… Read more
Study Reveals Oncologists’ Perspectives on AI Ethics in Cancer Care
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more prevalent in cancer care, oncologists are encountering new ethical dilemmas. Currently, AI is mainly utilized as a diagnostic aid, helping to detect tumor cells in pathology slides and identify tumors in X-rays and other radiological images. However, emerging AI models that can evaluate a patient’s prognosis and potentially suggest… Read more
Understanding Linear Accelerators and Their Role in Cancer Treatment
Technology has made remarkable strides in cancer treatment, offering new hope and improved outcomes for patients worldwide. One of the most pivotal advancements in oncology is the development and use of linear accelerators (LINACs). These sophisticated machines are at the forefront of radiation therapy, providing targeted treatments to eradicate cancer cells while sparing healthy tissues.… Read more
Israeli Child Receives Pioneering Seated Proton Therapy with Innovative System
P-Cure is pioneering a groundbreaking approach in the field of proton therapy with its latest achievement: the treatment of a young child diagnosed with ocular cancer using a novel proton therapy system. This innovative system, which has received FDA clearance and is operational at P-Cure’s Clinical Development Center in Israel, allows patients to receive treatments… Read more
Significant Milestone Reached in Compact Particle Accelerator Technology
Researchers, led by The University of Texas at Austin and including international partners and TAU Systems Inc., have made a significant breakthrough in compact accelerator technology by developing a particle accelerator that is under 20 meters long and generates an electron beam with 10 billion electron volts (10 GeV) of energy. This advancement drastically reduces… Read more
Innovative Radiotherapy Method Potentially Halves Treatment Duration for Head and Neck Cancer
A groundbreaking study by the IAEA has found that a new radiotherapy technique for head and neck cancer could significantly shorten treatment times, especially beneficial for low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This research, the largest of its kind, involved 12 centers across ten LMICs, including Argentina, Brazil, Cuba, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Philippines, South Africa, Thailand,… Read more