Medical Imaging
Alliance for Radiation Safety To Standardize Measurement and Reporting of Pediatric Dose from CT Scans
Representatives from medical imaging equipment manufacturers met with radiologist, medical physicist, and representatives from the Alliance for Radiation Safety in Pediatric Imaging and agreed to work to create standardized radiation dose estimates. More...15 Oct 2008
CT Colonography Trial's Findings Raise Questions for Patients
Results of a U.S. National Computed Tomography Colonography Trial revealed improvements in the technology's ability to diagnose intermediate- to large-sized polyps in the colon, but this method of testing is not as effective in diagnosing small polyps. More...14 Oct 2008
E-Health Initiative Survey Links Health IT to Lower Costs and Improved Outcomes
The exchange of health information electronically between physicians, hospitals, health plans, and patients is decreasing the cost of care and improving outcomes in the United States, according to a new survey released by the non-profit eHealth initiative in September 2008. More...14 Oct 2008
In Other News
Method Devised To Tackle Differential Motion of Target During Imaging
New PET Approach Developed for Difficult Cancer Diagnosis
New 3D Visualization Tool for Early Detection of Breast Cancer
MRI Best for Assessment of Metastasis and Response for Image-Guided Cervical Cancer Brachytherapy
PET Scans Help Change Treatment Options in Majority of Colorectal Cancer Patients
Ultrasound Used To Predict Risk of Heart Attack
Imaging Extension Software Bring Advantages of Multi-core to Breast Imaging and Analysis
Collaboration Agreement to Bring Advanced Radiotherapy Equipment to Indonesia
PET Imaging Biomarker Technology May Provide New Cancer Treatment Pathways
Cardiac Imaging Server Provides Interactive, Web-Based Distribution Tools
PACS Used to Strengthen Imaging Initiative in Developing Countries
New Agent Developed for Molecular Breast Imaging
3D MRI Technique Helps Radiologists Detect High-Risk Carotid Disease
Study Finds Less Salivary Gland Toxicity in Patients Treated with IMRT for Oropharyngeal Cancer
Exceptionally Detailed Images Made Possible with New Imaging Modality
Lens-Free, High-Throughput Imaging Developed for Cell Phones
BSD Medical to Collaborate with GE Healthcare on MRI-Monitored Cancer Treatment System
Philips Healthcare Expands Business in Emerging Markets with Indian Acquisition
Collaboration on Innovations in Major Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
Human Brain Relies on Old and New Mechanisms for Diminishing Fear
Wireless Mobile Detector Technology Integrated into One Flexible System
Coronary Angiography Technology Has Dual-Axis Functionality
Fracture Risk Assessment Calculator Represents Major Breakthrough in the Prevention of Bone Fractures
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