Archive for the ‘Oncology’ Category
Hologic C-View 2D Imaging Software Receives FDA Approval for Low-dose 3D Mammography
Debate over how often women should have a mammogram is an ongoing discussion and concerns over dose rates and patient safety continue to be a part of the conversation. . However, one thing that is clear is prompt annual mammography have been shown to have the ability to reduce the mortality rate from breast cancer in a population by 15% - 50%. Read More »
P-Scan: Urine Sample for Breast Cancer Diagnosis?
Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women worldwide according to the American Cancer Society (ACS), which estimates that there will be 232,340 new cases of invasive breast cancer diagnosed in 2013. The survival rate of these patients depends heavily on a combination of factors but, in general, patients diagnosed in earlier stages of the disease have better overall survival rates. Read More »
2013 Radiation Oncology Reimbursement Update
In August MD Buyline reported on the proposed cuts to radiation oncology reimbursement for 2013. With cancer treatment facilities anxiously [...] Read More »
PET Imaging Advancements For Alzheimer’s Disease With F18
CMS has set January 30, 2013 as the date to discuss and review the evidence on the potential benefits of [...] Read More »
More Proposed Reimbursement Cuts for Radiation Oncology
It seems that every year the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) finds additional ways to cut reimbursement for [...] Read More »
A Breath Away from Detecting Cancer
A breath test that can detect more than just drinking? In a recent clinical trial conducted by Metabolomx, a start [...] Read More »
SpyGlass System, Now You See It…
We have seen a lot of interest in the SpyGlass System, a unique technology that allows the physican to inspect [...] Read More »
In Vivo Endomicroscopy, Next Generation Screening
An interesting find recently is in vivo endomicroscopy, which provides 1,000x magnification with an endoscope. This makes it possible for [...] Read More »
Protons at a Fraction of the Cost
In the next couple of years, single-room proton systems are expected for under $30 million. This is exceptional considering the current technology starts at $100 million. To date, there are nine proton beam therapy centers in the U.S., and several more systems are scheduled to open in the next few years. The only thing keeping the market from exponential growth is the current price tag. Read More »
Nanoshells in Cancer Therapy
Gold nanoshells are hollow structures that have been previously used for diagnostic tests. Along with their small size, gold nanoshells have a unique characteristic that allows them to be used as a therapeutic tool for cancer. The combination of a gold shell and hollow sphere gives them the ability to absorb near infrared light. The light is then converted to heat energy, which selectively destroys cancer cells from within. Read More »