{"id":318404,"date":"2024-11-08T14:30:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-08T15:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=318404"},"modified":"2024-11-09T16:27:48","modified_gmt":"2024-11-09T16:27:48","slug":"north-texas-vas-powerful-tool-helps-identify-cancerous-diseases","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=318404","title":{"rendered":"North Texas VA\u2019s powerful tool helps identify cancerous diseases"},"content":{"rendered":"

North Texas VA<\/a> recently introduced a breakthrough in cancer treatment for Veteran patients with the unveiling of a new molecular imaging system. Better imaging in health care increases early detection and identification of diseases, improves patient outcomes, reduces costs and saves lives. <\/p>\n

It gives clinicians a high-precision tool designed to spot cancer early and treat it accurately, helping Veterans on their path to recovery in ways previously thought impossible.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is not just a simple scan,\u201d said Nuclear Medicine Technologist Thai Nguyen. \u201cIt\u2019s a powerful tool that helps clinicians identify cancerous diseases earlier and treat them with greater accuracy.\u201d<\/p>\n

The system\u2019s high-resolution images, faster scans and ability to generate a large amount of data help physicians see clear images that detect diseases at an earlier stage. The cutting-edge system goes beyond traditional scanning. It\u2019s a pivotal shift in how cancer is detected and addressed.<\/p>\n

A \u201cGPS\u201d for cancer<\/h2>\n

Traditional treatments, such as chemotherapy, often affect all cells in the body which can lead to a range of side effects. This technology takes a different approach. It directs treatment to diseased cells, minimizing harm to surrounding healthy tissue.<\/p>\n

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North Texas VA nuclear medicine staff<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

This precision allows the medication to act like a cancer GPS, reaching only the cancer cells and sparing nearby tissues.<\/p>\n

This technology offers a significant advantage for patients. With fewer side effects and a highly targeted approach, it delivers a new standard of cancer care that aligns with the unique needs of our Veteran patients.<\/p>\n

The molecular imaging system\u2019s detectors are positioned about two inches from the patient\u2019s body, allowing for ultra-detailed 3D resolution. The detectors rotate 360 degrees around the patient scanning from all angles for a greater view of the targeted area.<\/p>\n

It also marks a major milestone for VA\u2019s dedication to serving Veterans with the best medical technology available. It stands as a \u201cgold standard\u201d for cancer care within the VA system, providing a vital resource for Veterans in North Texas, Oklahoma and beyond who are fighting cancer.<\/p>\n

Future of cancer treatment at VA<\/h2>\n

\u201cThis technology\u2019s impact reaches far beyond oncology, supporting areas like cardiology, neurology and bone procedures, positioning VA as a leader in the medical field and a standard-setter for cancer care,\u201d said North Texas VA nuclear medicine chief Dr. Irfan Farukhi.<\/p>\n

For Veterans and their families, the introduction of this new technology isn\u2019t just a new piece of equipment. It\u2019s a sign of hope and a commitment to delivering the best possible care and improving the lives of those who have served.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

North Texas VA recently introduced a breakthrough in cancer treatment for Veteran patients with the unveiling of a new molecular imaging system. Better imaging in health care increases early detection and identification of diseases, improves patient outcomes, reduces costs and saves lives. It gives clinicians a high-precision tool designed to spot cancer early and treat […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":318406,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[204,5,1268],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-318404","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cancer","category-health","category-visn-17"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/318404","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=318404"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/318404\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":318410,"href":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/318404\/revisions\/318410"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/318406"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=318404"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=318404"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=318404"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}