The validity of randomized clinical trials in cancer has recently been called into question as many healthcare professionals are decrying the “experimerical” nature of these studies.

Veran Medical Technologies announced the completion of a $12 million financing to support the company's continued commercial expansion in the United States and international launch of the Veran Thoracic Navigation System.

Women who have breast cancer on their left side present a particular challenge to radiation oncologists. Studies have shown that the risk of heart disease is higher in this group of women after radiation treatment because it can be difficult to ensure that a sufficient dose of radiation is delivered to the left breast while adequately shielding the heart from exposure. New research shows a woman who holds her breath during radiation pulses can greatly reduce radiation exposure to the heart.

When his wife was misdiagnosed, Michael Balzer used 3-D printing to get her accurate treatment — and save her sight.

The American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC) has announced the launch of the first cardiovascular nuclear imaging data registry, ImageGuide.

A 76-year-old man with prostate cancer has become the first radiotherapy patient in the world whose treatment was planned using new RapidPlan knowledge-based software from Varian Medical Systems. Specialists at Royal Surrey County Hospital in Guildford, England, carried out the advanced intensity modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) treatment using RapidPlan to plan and guide the process.

MR Solutions has introduced its second-generation magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) magnet technology to its range of 3T and 7T cryogen-free, preclinical scanners.

According to nbcnews.com and the Associated Press, Medicare chief Marilyn Tavenner — who oversaw the Obamacare rollout — announced Friday she will step down at the end of February. Tavenner told staff at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in an e-mail message that she is leaving with "sadness and mixed emotions." Tavenner survived the 2013 technology meltdown of HealthCare.gov, but was embarrassed last fall when she testified to Congress that 7.3 million people were enrolled for coverage. That turned out to be an overcount that exaggerated the total by about 400,000. Calling Tavenner "one of our most esteemed and accomplished colleagues," Health and Human Services Secrerary Sylvia M. Burwell said the decision to leave was Tavenner's. Principal deputy administrator Andy Slavitt will take over as acting administrator.

ImaCor Inc. will be showcasing for the first time Zura EVO1, its all-in-one platform for advanced hemodynamic management, at three annual scientific meetings.