Medical Imaging

Wider Use of Ultrasound Screening in Asymptomatic People Recommended to Treat Vascular Disease
Data presented at a recent international angiology congress emphasized the benefits of ultrasound screening in identifying early signs of vascular disease in otherwise low- to moderate-risk asymptomatic individuals, with the potential to cut in half the incidence of stroke and heart attacks. More...25 Aug 2014

Pocket-Sized Ultrasound Application Now Has Dual Probe Technology
With the first of its kind two-in-one probe, a pocket-sized ultrasound system now supports many core point-of-care ultrasound procedures to help clinicians with more effective triage and precision in patient management. More...
25 Aug 2014

Single-Fraction Radiotherapy for Palliation of Bone Metastases Improves Quality of Life
Standardizing prescribing protocols for single-fraction radiation therapy for palliation of bone metastases could lead to cost savings and improvement in bone cancer patients’ quality of life, according to recent research. More...25 Aug 2014

Diffusion-Weighted MRI Becoming Major Tool to Diagnose Patients with Transient Ischemic Attacks
With the development of brain imaging, including cranial computed tomography, and particularly diffusion-weighted imaging-magnetic resonance imaging, the diagnosis of transient ischemic attacks has changed from time-based definition to a tissue-based one. DWI-MRI became an essential tool in the TIA workup. More...20 Aug 2014

Retrofit Enables Cost-Effective Upgrade of Existing Mobile X-Ray Systems to Direct Radiography
A mobile retrofit system has been designed to be mounted on mobile X-ray systems to create an easy way for hospitals to go digital without having to replace existing mobile X-ray units. More...20 Aug 2014
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PET/CT Using FDG-Labeled Leukocytes Detects Infection in Acute Pancreatitis Patients
Bone Suppression Software Used to Optimize Diagnostic Capability of X-Ray Systems
Mammography Screening Helpful for Women Over 75
New Tool Designed to Reduce Potential Future Hip Fractures
New Approaches for Transcanial Ultrasound Used for the Treatment of Brain Tumors and Targeted Drug Delivery
Pelvic X-Ray May Not Be Required for Children with Blunt Torso Trauma
Ultrasound System Designed with Breast and Thyroid Scanning Capabilities
Software Streamlines Mammography System Workflows from Multiple Manufacturers
Identifying Bladder Cancer Patients Who Could Benefit from Tumor-Softening Treatment
Imaging, Genetic Testing Reveal that Tyrolean Iceman had Genetic Predisposition for Atherosclerosis
MRI Guidance, Remote-Controlled Catheter Technology May Improve Visualization of the Brain During Stroke Treatment
False-Positive CT Findings Do Not Increase Worry in Lung Cancer Patients
Algorithm Found to Reduce CT Scans for Diagnosis of Pediatric Appendicitis
Acquisition Includes Radiation Simulation Software for Radiotherapy Applications
Oncology Information System Certified for Use to Show Stage 1 and 2 Meaningful Use of an Electronic Health Record
Cerner Shakes Up IT Sector by Acquiring Siemens’ Health Information Services
Neuronal Cytoskeleton and Cytomechanics Shown to Be Altered by Cranial Radiotherapy at a Specific Dose
3D Imaging of a Paleolithic Child’s Skull Shows Possible Violent Head Trauma
Self-Assembling Nanoparticles Could Optimize MRI Scanning for Diagnosis of Cancer
Signs of Gastric Lap Band Slippage Identified by Radiologists
Ultrasound Imaging System Supports Planned Intravascular Ultrasound and Fractional Flow Reserve Products
Enterprise-Wide Imaging and Archiving Technology Optimizes Disaster Recovery and Operational Workflow
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