April 2018

3D printing may prevent paravalvular leak in high risk patients ()
NASA astronauts use ultrasound in space to evaluate spinal health ()
New VA feature lets veterans view, download medical images ()
AJR: Radiologists should adopt ACR guidelines to standardize thyroid biopsy recommendations ()
Microvascular changes may have major consequences for TBI patients ()
FDA releases finalized Clinical Trial Imaging Endpoint Process Standards ()
MRI keeps up with CT in diagnosing acute appendicitis ()
Utah imaging researchers to study cognitive effects of marijuana ()
Jefferson Health, AHRA exec on medical device tariffs and the ‘commoditization’ of imaging ()
1st patient treated with focused ultrasound in ‘pivotal’ Parkinson’s trial ()
fMRI shows how music activates brain regions untouched by Alzheimer's ()
Integrating PACS with EMR saves time, improves access to data ()
Say it, see it: Real-time MRI shows mouth movements during speech ()
AI algorithm IDs head abnormalities in CT scans with 95% accuracy ()
Want to be a physician? Find a med school with a strong radiology program ()
Order entry workflow could be a prime target for automation ()
Cleveland Clinic's Cremer on cardiac imaging in cardiovascular oncology ()
FDA's Gottlieb: AI-based imaging device submissions expected to increase in coming years ()
Suhny Abbara slated as editor of new RSNA imaging journal ()
Brain tumor biomarkers could help eliminate surgical biopsies ()
MRI may expand tPA treatment to include unwitnessed stroke patients ()
'Erasable' MRI contrast agents could simplify diagnostic imaging, disease detection ()
First-ever rhino CT scan may be life-saving ()
Imaging agents ID infections from implanted cardiac devices ()
ACR expands its medical imaging education offerings ()
Machine learning platform cuts intracranial hemorrhage diagnosis time by 96% ()
Image reconstruction algorithm, MRI-derived heart strain values can aid prognosis in amyloidosis patients ()
False-positives increase follow-up screening participation ()
Samsung announces commitment to lower dose exposure within its digital radiography suite ()
Neural connections formed while learning can change the brain's structure ()
MITA service standard now covers all medical devices, not just imaging ()
Carestream begins shipping upgraded clinical collaboration platform that expedites, enhances radiology reporting workflow ()
Adjusting patient positioning for radiotherapy may decrease risk of heart damage ()
SNMMI urges Aetna to alter coverage of 2 PET tracers ()
Hacker group aims at MRI, x-ray devices as part of corporate espionage operation ()
Patient navigation programs—despite extra costs—narrow disparities in underserved populations ()
Brain imaging after cardiac arrest successfully predicts cognitive recovery ()
UK ultrasound method diagnoses prostate cancer better than MRI, biopsy ()
CMS updates MRI eligibility for implanted cardiac devices ()
Radiomic CT accurate in predicting spread of common lung cancer, enhancing surgical decisions ()
Obligate overdiagnosis rates of mammographic screening depend on age ()
Ohio system invests $10M for IBM Watson PACS upgrade ()
Early MRI referrals not cost-effective in patients with knee pain ()
Homemade microscope shows cancer virus clinging to human DNA ()
CT down 37%, nuclear medicine dips 57% in Massachusetts from 2009 to 2013 ()
Radiologists average $401K a year, ranking 5th among specialists ()
Why AI will make human knowledge more valuable ()
Brain MRI may ID differences in neurological diseases, personalities ()
Imaging professionals need to be aware of, vigilant against false information on Twitter ()
New mobile imaging device helps physically disabled physicians perform full-body exams ()
Seimens Healthineers’s SOMATOM CT system gains FDA clearance ()
fMRI reveals cognitive bias strongly effects judgement of music ()
Combination of AI, 3D printing software produces detailed organ models ()
FDA releases new medical device safety action plan ()
FDA clears use of Tracer-QC at Massachusetts Gen ()
AI has made an impact—but its revolution may not be imminent ()
MRI shows immune cells healing brain's lining after a concussion ()
Canon strengthens partnership with Arcoma by entering reseller agreement ()
How a McDonald's made its mark in U.S. outpatient imaging ()
Study proposes ‘research framework’ for Alzheimer's based on biomarkers, not symptoms ()
Benefit-to-risk ratio of GBCAs remains 'extremely high'—but evaluation should be done for each exam ()
Immunotherapy improves survival rates of lung cancer patients versus chemo alone ()
What healthcare can learn from Facebook's data scandal ()
Lack of sleep may be linked to Alzheimer's ()
How to safely and significantly decrease breast MR wait time ()
Security gap in radiology interface at NY practice exposes data of 63,500 ()
An expert's take on the future of machine learning in quantitative image analysis ()
Breast cancer surgery could trigger tumor growth, relapse ()
FDA clears new version of SOMATOM Force CT system from Siemens Healthineers ()
MRI shows sitting can diminish the ability to recollect old memories ()
9 habits to become a more effective radiologist ()
NHS England chooses 3D coronary imaging system for innovation program ()
Radiology requisitions are getting longer, but quality clinical information is declining ()
DOJ ruling impedes disabled patients' access to imaging services ()
Want to lower imaging energy costs? Start by understanding the bill ()
Ambra Health Partners with MC Healthcare to Launch Cloud Medical Imaging Platform in Japan ()
Decreasing equipment, setup time may ease implementation of CESM into clinical workflow ()
Machine learning tops common angiography methods in spotting heart blockages ()
Carestream delivers x-ray system to Mount Everest ()
FDA approves primary care AI imaging device to detect eye disease in diabetics ()
Professor receives research award for pioneering work with MRI to find MS lesions ()
Radiology TV: Coming to an imaging center near you ()
Cancer patients with longer diagnostic wait times face increased risk of poor outcomes ()
Whole-body CT doesn't improve survival for children with blunt trauma ()
Could the future of interventional radiology training lie in 3D-printed models? ()
New imaging technique detects prostate cancer not shown by MRI ()
fMRI research assesses benefits of mindfulness therapy in patients with depression ()
Fluorescent dye found for producing optimal biological images ()
3D imaging, temperature map allow physicians to see ablation of brain tumors ()
ZEISS introduces machine learning capability for microscopy ()
Philips collaboration introduces integrated tele-ultrasound device ()
MRI study finds prenatal exposure to certain antidepressants may alter brain development ()
Nonmetastatic breast cancer patients with low muscle mass face higher mortality ()
Bracco files patent infringement complaint against Jubilant for rubidium-82 generators ()
New cardiac imaging method enhances patient experience, reduces test time ()
US Homeland Security: Philips PACS software vulnerable to cyberattacks ()
RadNet acquires 5 imaging centers to expand California footprint ()
MRI of tumor surface regularity may aid surgery, predict survival in glioblastoma patients ()
Lower mammography recall rates correlated with higher interval cancer rates ()
Radiologist shortage leaves New Zealand hospital searching overseas ()