Radiation Oncology

Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that uses radiation therapy to treat cancer. The radiation therapy channel covers all aspects of radiation oncology technology. Radiation therapy includes linear accelerators (LINAC), proton therapy, brachytherapy, image guided radiation therapy (IGRT), focused ultrasound, stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), treatment planning systems and tomotherapy.

News | RSNA
Study compares effect of food intake on manganese-based MRI contrast agent absorption

December 3, 2022 — Results from its Orviglance Food Effect study were presented by Ascelia Pharma, a biopharmaceutical ...

Time December 03, 2022
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18F-rhPSMA-7.3 PET image showing multiple areas of uptake in the prostate gland in a man with newly diagnosed prostate cancer Photo courtesy of Blue Earth Diagnostics
News | Prostate Cancer
Blue Earth Diagnostics Announces Efficacy and Safety Results from Phase 3 LIGHTHOUSE Trial of Investigational PET Imaging Agent 18F-rhPSMA-7.3 in Newly Diagnosed Prostate Cancer

December 2, 2022 — Blue Earth Diagnostics, a Bracco company and recognized leader in the development and ...

Time December 02, 2022
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Dunlee unveiled its new oncology bundles in the U.S. for the first time at Radiological Society of North America’s 2022 annual conference.
News | Radiation Oncology
Dunlee Unveils New Oncology Bundles at RSNA22

November 28, 2022 — Dunlee unveiled its new oncology bundles in the U.S. for the first time at Radiological Society of ...

Time November 28, 2022
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The Imaging Technology News (ITN) editorial team reported on highlights from day one of the RSNA 108th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting being held at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL.
News | RSNA | By Christine Book
RSNA 2022: Innovative Solutions on Display, Leadership Addresses Value of Imaging

November 27, 2022 — Among dozens of technical exhibit visits, informative discussions, and captivating Plenary Session ...

Time November 27, 2022
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Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will kick off research scanning human subjects with GE Healthcare’s latest generation PCCT prototype in December 2022, representing the first U.S. clinical evaluation site with GE Healthcare’s pure silicon CT detector technology
News | Proton Therapy
UW–Madison To Perform the First U.S. Evaluation of GE Healthcare’s Photon Counting CT Technology with Deep Silicon Detectors

November 25, 2022 — Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, the first U.S. clinical evaluation site for GE ...

Time November 25, 2022
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Videos | ASTRO
VIDEO: Randomized Phase III Trial of Hypo Fractionated Whole Breast Irradiation with Concurrent Boost vs. Conventional Whole Breast Irradiation

Dr. Frank A. Vicini, MD, FACR, FASTRO, FABS, who is a radiation oncologist with GenesisCare, discussed his findings from ...

Time November 09, 2022
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An outstanding line-up of speakers and topics were featured at ASTRO22, including two dynamic keynote speakers focused on the meeting theme of AI & EI: Caring for the Patient in a Wireless World, in an effort to inform the bigger picture of the rapidly changing health care environment beyond radiation oncology. The conference was held Oct. 23-26 in San Antonio.
Gallery | ASTRO | By Melinda Taschetta-Millane
Photo Gallery of Technologies Showcased at ASTRO 2022

This is an image gallery of technologies on display on the expo floor at the 2022 American Society of Radiation Oncology ...

Time November 08, 2022
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Elekta announced that Elekta Esprit, a new Leksell Gamma Knife radiosurgery platform, received FDA 510(k) clearance.
News | Radiation Therapy
Elekta Esprit, the Latest Leksell Gamma Knife, Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance

November 8, 2022 — Elekta announced that Elekta Esprit, a new Leksell Gamma Knife radiosurgery platform, received FDA ...

Time November 08, 2022
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Guerbet announced an agreement with Merative, formalizing the termination of their collaboration signed in July 2018.
News | Artificial Intelligence
Guerbet Announces a Change in Governance for its Artificial Intelligence Projects

Nov. 4, 2022 — Guerbet announced an agreement with Merative formalizing the termination of their collaboration initiated ...

Time November 05, 2022
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The FDA Office of Women’s Health has issued a Women’s Health Alert on MRI-guided breast biopsy grid plates
News | Artificial Intelligence
Consider Alternatives for MRI-Guided Breast Biopsy Grid Plates Due to Shortage - A Letter to Health Care Providers

Nov. 4, 2022 — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is recommending health care providers discuss alternative ...

Time November 05, 2022
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The MEVION S250-FIT Proton Therapy System (Photo: Business Wire)
News | Proton Therapy
Mevion Identifies Site for New Compact Proton Therapy System in Development

November 3, 2022 — Mevion Medical Systems, the leading provider of compact proton therapy systems for use in radiation ...

Time November 03, 2022
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The industry is seeing a sense of momentum from industry leaders to help expand lung screening programs
Feature | Lung Imaging | By Christine Book
Special Report on Lung Cancer and Screening Initiatives, Part II

The pace of new lung cancer screening initiatives, published research and collective efforts of organizations and ...

Time November 03, 2022
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News | Radiation Therapy
ViewRay Launches Phase III Pancreatic Cancer Study to Demonstrate Superior Overall Survival for Patients Receiving MRI-guided Ablative Radiation Therapy

November 2, 2022 — ViewRay, Inc. announced the launch of a phase III randomized controlled trial titled "Locally ...

Time November 02, 2022
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18F-rhPSMA-7.3 PET image showing prostate cancer spread beyond the prostate region (Photo courtesy of Blue Earth Diagnostics)
News | PET Imaging
Blue Earth Diagnostics Announces Results on Clinical Factors Impacting Detection Rates from Phase 3 SPOTLIGHT Trial of Investigational PET Imaging Agent 18F-rhPSMA-7.3 in Biochemical Recurrence of Prostate Cancer

November 2, 2022 — Blue Earth Diagnostics, a Bracco company and recognized leader in the development and ...

Time November 02, 2022
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The Cancer Breakthroughs session of ASTRO2022 included research findings presented on behalf of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM). Photo credit: ASTRO
Feature | ASTRO | Christine Book
ASTRO 2022 Shines Spotlight on “Cancer Breakthroughs” with AAPM, ASCO Research

November 2, 2022 — The Imaging Technology News (ITN) editorial team is pleased to present the second portion of the ...

Time November 02, 2022
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Here is a rundown of what you and your colleagues found to be most interesting in the field of medical imaging during the month of October including #COVID-19 coverage
Feature | Radiology Business | By Melinda Taschetta-Millane
Top 10: Content that Caught Your Eye in October

Here is a rundown of what you and your colleagues found to be most interesting in the field of medical imaging during ...

Time November 01, 2022
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First experience of proton Flash therapy in the clinic appears promising for future clinical trials
News | Proton Therapy
Varian and the Cincinnati Children's/University of Cincinnati Medical Center Proton Therapy Center Announce Promising Results from FAST-01, First-in-Human Clinical Trial of Flash Therapy

October 31, 2022 — Varian, a Siemens Healthineers company, and the Cincinnati Children's/University of Cincinnati ...

Time October 31, 2022
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News | ASTRO | By Christine Book
“Cancer Breakthroughs” Session at ASTRO2022 Unveils Key Findings from ASCO, AAPM

October 31, 2022 — During the highly-anticipated “Cancer Breakthroughs” session at ASTRO2022, incoming ASTRO President ...

Time October 31, 2022
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Latest authorization permits the Radiaction Shield System to be used in more labs across the United States
News | Interventional Radiology
Radiaction Medical Announces the Latest Food and Drug Administration 510(k) Clearance for its Novel, Automated Radiation Shield System, Highlighting U.S. Expansion

October 28, 2022 — Radiaction Medical, Ltd, a medical device innovator dedicated to providing healthcare physicians and ...

Time October 28, 2022
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Chad Tang, MD
News | Prostate Cancer
Metastasis-Directed Radiation Therapy Plus Hormone Therapy Improves Progression-Free Survival for Men with Advanced Prostate Cancer

October 27, 2022 — Researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center demonstrated that adding ...

Time October 27, 2022
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