Researchers from the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom found that preclinical ultrasound could improve detection of diseases in blood vessels and identify early signs of cardiovascular disease before a patient develops symptoms, according to research published online in the August issue of Ultrasound.

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) president and CEO, Kevin J. Cosgriff testified Aug. 21 at a public hearing by the Office of U.S. Trade Representatives (USTR) to voice the concerns of member companies regarding potential additional tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese goods—including medical imaging products.

A hybrid technique combining natural language processing (NLP) and IBM Watson can accurately label free-text pathology reports, according to a new Journal of Digital Imaging study. The method may improve the quality and quantity of large-scale datasets for deep learning.

Philips introduces EPIQ CVx, offering cardiologists tailored applications for diagnostic, pediatric and interventional echocardiography featuring faster data processing, sharper imaging, robust automated quantification and customizable exam tools designed to help cardiologists deliver better care for their patients.

Physicians who have a personal connection to cancer are nearly 18 percent more likely to act against established guidelines and recommend cancer screening for low-risk patients, specifically ovarian cancer screening in women, according to the Journal of Women’s Health.  

For patients with Alzheimer’s disease, amyloid PET imaging can improve diagnosis, diagnostic confidence and treatment, according to a JAMA Neurology study. The method is beneficial whether results are positive or negative.

Researchers from Stanford University may expand current treatment options for osteoarthritis patients by using dual MRI-PET technology to detect increased bone remodeling as an early marker of bone degeneration.  

The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) issued updated cervical cancer screening guidelines Aug. 21 that stated a human papillomavirus (HPV) test alone is as effective as the commonly used Pap smear.

One of the largest known brain imaging studies used 62,000 brain SPECT scans to discover that disorders such as schizophrenia and patterns of cerebral blood flow can help predict accelerated aging of the brain.

A Chicago-based company believes its virtual-reality (VR) training program can help caregivers and families empathize with Alzheimer’s patients, according to a Chicago Magazine story.