New MRI technique aims to make lung cancer radiation safer

This study tested a new way to plan radiation therapy for non-small cell lung cancer. Researchers used a special MRI scan with inhaled xenon gas to create a detailed 3D map of how well a patient's lungs are working. The goal was to use these maps to guide radiation beams away from the healthiest parts of the lung, aiming to reduce side effects like lung inflammation and improve quality of life after treatment. The study was a small, early-phase trial focused primarily on checking the safety of the new scanning procedure.