Cynthia E. Keen[email protected]Radiation Oncology/TherapyAccelerated RT with boost works well for breast cancer patientsAccelerated whole-breast radiation therapy (RT), which shortens radiation treatment duration by half, is proved to be as effective as conventional therapy for early-stage breast cancer patients. Whether a concomitant boost is needed remains a subject of debate among radiation oncologists due to the overall treatment's potential toxicity.February 5, 2013Radiation Oncology/TherapyAuntMinnie.com Radiation Oncology InsiderJanuary 31, 2013Radiation Oncology/TherapyLumpectomy with RT tops mastectomy for early-stage cancerWomen with early-stage breast cancer sometimes opt for mastectomy rather than less radical surgery out of concern about cancer recurrence. But recurrence risk was lower for women who chose lumpectomy followed by radiation therapy (RT) compared with those who received mastectomies, according to a study published online on Monday in Cancer.January 27, 2013Radiation Oncology/TherapyQigong has benefits for breast cancer patientsQigong, an ancient Chinese mind-body practice, reduces symptoms of depression and improves quality of life in women undergoing radiation therapy for breast cancer, according to a study published online January 25 in Cancer.January 24, 2013Radiation Oncology/TherapyBras aid positioning for large-breasted women during RTLarge-breasted women pose a challenge when radiation therapy (RT) for early-stage breast cancer is being planned and performed. Using a bra or bustier improves simulation and positioning in the supine position, according to an article published in the January issue of Practical Radiation Oncology.January 24, 2013ISAAPM issues guidelines for radiation therapy error databasesWith the goal of improving radiation therapy safety, the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) has published technical recommendations to aid developers of databases that are designed to track and record treatment errors and near misses.January 17, 2013ISSit up and beg: How to train your speech recognition systemIf your speech recognition system has you jumping through hoops, take the advice of an experienced user if you want to improve your productivity. Radiologist Dr. David L. Weiss believes that working with speech recognition is similar to training a dog: Consistency is key.January 17, 2013ISMedical societies say 'not so fast' with stage 3 meaningful useMajor healthcare organizations think the U.S. government may be moving too fast in its "meaningful use" program to convince healthcare providers to adopt electronic records. The groups are recommending that stage 3 requirements be delayed until the effectiveness of the meaningful use program can be evaluated.January 16, 2013ISAuntMinnie.com Healthcare IT InsiderJanuary 14, 2013Radiation Oncology/TherapyStereotactic radiosurgery shows promise for renal cancerStereotactic radiosurgery could be a useful treatment option for patients with localized primary renal cancer who do not have a prior history of pelvic or abdominal radiation, and for whom surgery is not appropriate, researchers in Ohio have concluded.January 13, 2013Previous PagePage 5 of 88Next PageTop StoriesUltrasoundCEUS impacts 2D shear-wave elastography liver assessmentContrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) performed after 2D elastography could impact liver assessment.AIHow accurate are AI-generated depictions of radiologists?Molecular ImagingExtravasations rare in Lu-177 DOTATATE therapyPractice ManagementNew MR safety codes provide additional reimbursement for radiologistsCTCT, MRI reveal hidden brain changes linked to increased fall risk
