Radiation Therapy

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.

Clinics and cancer patients to benefit through access to wider range of precise and effective brachytherapy cancer treatment
News | Brachytherapy Systems
Elekta Expands Market and Treatment Application of Brachytherapy with Acquisition of iCAD, Inc.’s Xoft Business

October 23, 2023 — Elekta announced it has acquired the Xoft business from iCAD, Inc. through an asset acquisition. By ...

Time October 23, 2023
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Comprehensive restoration of legacy machine offers the opportunity for sustainable solution
News | Proton Therapy
IBA Plans Total System Restoration on its First-ever Proton Therapy Installation

October 23, 2023 — IBA, a world leader in particle accelerator technology and the world’s leading provider of proton ...

Time October 23, 2023
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Radiation therapy is one of the most common treatments for prostate cancer
News | Prostate Cancer
Simple MRI Scan Could Predict Radiation Side Effects for Prostate Cancer

October 19, 2023 — A new Corewell Health study suggests that men who have longer prostatic urethras, the part of the ...

Time October 19, 2023
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Human life-like in vitro model of radiation damage sustained to the lung opens an unprecedented window into the early disease process, and opportunities for drug development
News | Radiation Therapy
Human Lung Chip Leveraged to Faithfully Model Radiation-induced Lung Injury

October 19, 2023 — The lung is one of the tissues most sensitive to radiation in the human body. People exposed to high ...

Time October 19, 2023
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Dr. Michael Butkus is Co-medical Director and Head of Proton Physics at the Dwoskin Proton Center at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Feature | Proton Therapy | By Christine Book
One on One … with Michael Butkus, PhD

A University of Miami Radiation Oncology department summary noted: “In radiation oncology, the art of patient care meets ...

Time October 11, 2023
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Videos | Proton Therapy
VIDEO: Advancements in Proton Therapy

Tune in to ITN’s latest “One on One” video series with Michael Butkus, PhD, for insights into proton therapy ...

Time October 10, 2023
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John Steffens, VP of product management and marketing at CIVCO, unveiled the company’s new name and brand, CQ Medical, at #ASTRO23.
News | Radiology Business
CIVCO Radiotherapy and Qfix Launch CQ Medical Brand

October 9, 2023 — CIVCO Radiotherapy and Qfix announced the launch of a new brand, CQ Medical. This brand reflects the ...

Time October 09, 2023
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Kathryn Mittauer, Ph.D., lead physicist for the MR-guided radiation therapy program with Miami Cancer Institute and Nema Bassiri, Ph.D., radiation oncology physicist with Miami Cancer Institute
News | Radiation Therapy
Study Reveals High Accuracy of MR-guided Radiotherapy for Intracranial Stereotactic Radiosurgery

October 5, 2023 — A new study, led by radiation oncology physicists at Miami Cancer Institute, part of Baptist Health ...

Time October 05, 2023
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At the annual meeting of ASTRO, the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology, MSK Radiation Oncology Department Chair Dr. Simon Powell was honored with ASTRO’s highest honor, the Gold Medal Award.
News | Radiation Therapy
Advances from MSK Researchers Reported at 2023 ASTRO Meeting

October 5, 2023 — Researchers from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) were recognized for their achievements ...

Time October 05, 2023
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RaySearch Laboratories AB has announced its expanded collaboration with proton therapy provider P-Cure.
News | Proton Therapy
RaySearch Expands Collaboration with P-Cure

October 4, 2023 — RaySearch Laboratories AB has announced its expanded collaboration with P-Cure, aiming at enhancing ...

Time October 04, 2023
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Mevion and RaySearch re-imagine novel solutions to advance the use of emerging proton therapy technologies
News | Proton Therapy
Mevion and RaySearch: A Synergy of Innovation Transforming Proton Therapy

October 3, 2023 — Mevion Medical Systems, the leading global provider of compact proton therapy solutions, and RaySearch ...

Time October 03, 2023
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Featuring presentations on novel combination therapies and analytical methods
News | Radiology Business
MD Anderson Research Highlights: ASTRO 2023 Special Edition

October 3, 2023 — The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Research Highlights showcases the latest ...

Time October 03, 2023
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News | ASTRO
Multi-Institutional Study Data Presented at ASTRO 2023 Builds Upon Growing Evidence of GammaTile for Patients with Brain Tumors

October 3, 2023 — Medical device company GT Medical Technologies, Inc. announced interim findings of a multi ...

Time October 03, 2023
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Study finds CT simulation scans may not always be needed for simple plans
News | Computed Tomography (CT)
Using Recent Diagnostic Scans Can Substantially Cut Time to Treatment for Patients Needing Urgent Palliation

October 3, 2023 — Using previously taken diagnostic computed tomography (CT) scans in place of CT simulation scans to ...

Time October 03, 2023
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Findings suggest levels of circulating tumor DNA are more important than the number of lesions in determining disease burden
News | Lung Imaging
Liquid Biopsy May Help Identify Which Patients with Non-small Cell Lung Cancer Will Benefit Most from Radiation

October 2, 2023 — A novel liquid biopsy test may help determine which patients with non-small cell lung cancer that has ...

Time October 02, 2023
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Shorter treatment course found as effective as longer schedule for people with non-HPV-related locally advanced disease
News | Radiation Therapy
Accelerated Radiation Treatment Could Reduce Head and Neck Cancer Patient Burden in Low- and Middle-income Countries

October 2, 2023 — A type of head and neck cancer predominantly diagnosed in people who reside in low- and middle-income ...

Time October 02, 2023
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Findings suggest clinical navigators could help mitigate health inequities
News | Prostate Cancer
Precision Medicine Navigators Increase Genomic Testing Rates for Black Patients with Prostate Cancer

October 1, 2023 — The presence of a clinical navigator to act as a liaison between people with prostate cancer and the ...

Time October 01, 2023
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Introducing five new product iterations across the entire portfolio
News | Radiation Therapy
Together with Siemens Healthineers, Varian Demonstrates Commitment to Embracing Innovation and Enhancing Outcomes at ASTRO 2023

September 29, 2023 — Varian, a Siemens Healthineers company, is showcasing technologies that reflect its continued ...

Time September 29, 2023
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First randomized study shows accelerated treatment saves patients time and money and reduces treatment breaks
News | Women's Health
Short-course Radiation as Effective as Standard Treatment for Patients Who Opt for Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy

October 1, 2023 — In a first-of-its-kind study, people with breast cancer who underwent implant-based breast ...

Time October 01, 2023
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Study points to options to improve quality of life for patients whose cancer is cured with chemoradiation
News | Women's Health
Sexual Activity and Vaginal Dilation Associated with Fewer Side Effects After Cervical Cancer Treatment

October 1, 2023 — People who engage in sexual activity or vaginal dilation after chemoradiation treatment for cervical ...

Time October 01, 2023
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