Noninvasive Ablation (IMAGE) Washington University School of Medicine Caption A novel strategy to treat a life-threatening irregular heart rhythm called ventricular tachycardia relies on noninvasive radiation therapy, which is typically directed at cancerous tumors. Noninvasive imaging techniques show irregular heart tissue mapped with the location of misfiring electrical signals, allowing doctors to direct radiation at the specific area of the heart triggering the problem. Pictured is a cross section of a patient's chest. The problematic heart tissue is highlighted in color. Credit Clifford Robinson Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.