Medical Imaging
Radiation Dose Management Solution for Clinicians and Patients Released
A new software portal that provides a broad, comprehensive, and holistic radiation dose management strategy for healthcare providers has been released at Radiological Society of North America Annual Meeting 2014. More...28 Dec 2014

Spectral CT System Receives US Approval
A first-of-its kind computed tomography imaging technology provides anatomic data and the ability to characterize structures based on their material content within a single scan. The enhanced image quality should help enhance diagnostic effectiveness. More...24 Dec 2014
Partnership Established to Expand Integration Systems for Image-Guided Minimally Invasive Therapies
Philips Healthcare, a developer of image-guided therapies, has signed an agreement with Image Stream Medical that allows Philips to further expand its integration systems for its hybrid suite and interventional lab solutions with integrated video and live-streaming capabilities. As part of the agreement, Philips has acquired a minority stake in ISM. More...24 Dec 2014

Many Chest X-Rays in Children Are Unnecessary
Researchers found that in some children who received chest X-rays, the screening may have been unnecessary and offered no clinical benefit. In addition, approximately 88% of pediatric X-rays for chest pain included in the study did not alter clinical treatment. More...23 Dec 2014
In Other News
Digital Mammography Combined with Tomosynthesis Optimizes Detection of Cancer in Dense Breasts
Even Mild Coronary Artery Disease Places Diabetic Patients at Risk for Heart Attacks
Philips' Partnership with Image Stream Medical Extends Philips Image-Guided Minimal Invasive Therapy Solutions
PET Scans Help Identify Effective Tuberculosis Drugs
New Healthcare IT Products and Medical Imaging Systems Revealed
New Report Forecasts Strong Growth for Diagnostic Imaging Equipment in BRIC Countries
3D Printing and CT Imaging Used to Guide Human Face Transplants
WebBridge Software for Medical Facilities Allows Third-Party Interfaces to Develop Front-End Functionality in a Matter of Days
X-Ray Imaging Components Optimized for Flexibility and Fast Patient Throughput
DTI-MRI Shows Brain Alterations in High School Football Players After Only One Season
Image-Sharing Network Allows Patients to take Control of their Medical Exam Records
Web-Based Radiology STAT Service Provides Preauthorized Referrals in 30 Minutes or Less
Secure Mobile Access Card Offers Hosted Patient Portal
In Veterans with PTSD, PET/CT Imaging Reveals Pituitary Abnormalities
X-Ray and Digital X-Ray Sector Nears USD 8 Billion in 2014
Partnership to Add Cross-Enterprise Document Sharing Capabilities
Diffusion Tensor MRI Reveals Brain Connection Failure in Early Alzheimer’s Disease
Speech Recognition System and Clinical Reporting Workflow Upgrade Announced
Strategic Partnership to Provide Advanced Interoperability in Healthcare IT Systems
Dynamic CMOS Flat X-Ray Detectors Designed for Interventional Procedures
Computer-Aided Detection System Developed for Cancer Diagnosis
Dose Monitoring Solution Partnership Initiated to Optimize Radiation Exposure Data Across Modalities, Departments, and Institutions
Imaging Technology May Slash X-Ray Exposure for Liver Cancer Patients
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