Medical Imaging
FDA Approves New Contrast Agent for Imaging of Tumors in Adults with Known Hepatocellular Carcinoma
An ethiodized oil contrast agent was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for selective hepatic intra-arterial use for imaging tumors in adults with known hepatocellular carcinoma. More...06 May 2014

Dual-Source CT Scanner Receives FDA Approval
With two sets of advanced X-ray tubes and detectors, a new dual-source CT scanner provides sophisticated imaging technology to all patients, including some of the most challenging: patients with renal insufficiency, young children, and patients who are unable to hold their breath. More...05 May 2014


First Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator System to Allow for Full-Body MRI Scans Launched
A new implantable cardioverter-defibrillator system is the first to combine effective treatment performance, improved comfort, increased longevity, with full-body magnetic resonance imaging access. More...01 May 2014
Radiotherapy for Brain Cancer May Be Improved by Blocking DNA Repair Processes
Researchers have demonstrated in both cancer cell lines and mice that shutting down critical DNA repair processes could enhance the effectiveness of radiation therapy for highly fatal brain tumors called glioblastomas. More...30 Apr 2014
In Other News
DTI-MRI Targets Brain Injury Region in Some Concussion Patients
Network Unveiled for Cloud-Based Medical Imaging and Report Exchange
New Software Designed to Ensure Faster Care, Treatment for Stroke Patients
Lower Esophageal Sphincter Stimulation System Receives CE Marking for MRI Scanning
3D PACS Features Volumetric Manipulation Tools
Functional Brain PET Imaging Effectively Forecasts Which Vegetative Patients Can Recover Consciousness
False-Positive Mammogram Findings Tied to Apprehension, Willingness for Future Screening
Mammography Software Company Expands Its Presence in Chinese Market
Hepatocellular Carcinoma Screening Linked with Curative Treatment and Longer Survival in Cirrhosis Patients
US Patent Allows Full-Body MRI Technology for Use with Pacemakers
Early PET-Negative Stage I/II Hodgkin Lymphoma Patients Show Increased Risk of Early Relapse when Radiotherapy Is Not Used
Enterprise Image-Viewing System Receives FDA Clearance for Mobile Diagnosis on All Modalities
First-of-a-Kind Ultrasound System Designed for Image-Guided Peripheral Intravenous Access and Fits in Pocket
Leading Cancer Center Among First in Europe to Treat Patients Using Robotic Patient-Positioning Radiotherapy Couch
Partnership for EMR Integration Speeds Deployment and Optimizes Ordering, Imaging Workflow
Beam Technology Enables Less Harmful, More Accurate, and Cost-Effective Radiotherapy
Use of Breast MRI Offers Optimized Care
Collaboration for Development of Integrated RIS/PACS
3D MRI Offers Improved Prediction of Survival After Chemotherapy for Liver Tumors
Nontoxic Molecule Able to Store Radiation Securely
PET Imaging Used to Assess Effectiveness of Menkes Disease Treatments
MRI’s Magnetic Fields Used to Treat Balance Problems
MR Array Designed for Imaging the Orbit and Mandible
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