Study: Radiation Therapy Shows Promise in Treating Heart Failure

A pioneering study conducted by cardiologists and radiation oncologists at the Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis unveils the potential use of radiation therapy, traditionally employed against cancer, to address ventricular tachycardia in patients suffering from a fatal irregular heart rhythm.

The research team's investigation into the cardiac effects of low-dose radiation therapy on individuals with heart failure indicates promising enhancements in heart function. Analyzing the effects on a small group of patients and modeling outcomes in mice with heart failure, the study offers hope for an alternative approach to treating this condition.

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