Clinical Research

New algorithm models radiologists' eye movements to interpret chest X-rays
The algorithm has an edge over standard black box-style artificial intelligence applications because providers are able to see how it reaches conclusions.
Advanced MRI shows decreased lung function in kids with persistent COVID symptoms
New research findings may help explain why children recovering from COVID-19 continue to struggle with lingering fatigue.
Ultrasound 'microjets' enable targeted treatment of neurological conditions
It can be difficult to deliver targeted therapy to the brain due to its protective barrier, which only allows certain nutrients and oxygen to pass through.
White matter hyperintensities might not be a marker of TBI after all
New findings are calling into question the notion that white matter hyperintensities are biomarkers of brain injuries.
MRI study suggests an optimal time of day for evaluating glymphatic function
Inaccurate interpretations of glymphatic function could lead to incorrect diagnoses, researchers caution.

PET technique visualizes amyloid deposits in heart

PET with 11C-PIB provides a noninvasive method for visualizing amyloid deposits in the heart, according to a study published in the February issue of the Journal of Nuclear Medicine. The researchers suggest that 11C-PIB eventually may be used in the clinical setting as both a diagnostic tool and a treatment follow-up method.

LightLab Imaging debuts new OCT system at EuroPCR

Optical coherence tomography (OCT) developer LightLab Imaging has launched its C7XR FD-OCT imaging system with the C7 Dragonfly Imaging Catheter at EuroPCR 2009 in Barcelona, Spain.

EuroPCR: Xience continues to perform better than Taxus at two years

Two-year data from the SPIRIT III trial, Abbott’s U.S. pivotal trial,demonstrated that its Xience V everolimus-eluting coronary stent systemcontinues to deliver clinically superior benefits compared to BostonScientific’s Taxus paclitaxel-eluting coronary stent system, accordingto a presentation at a late-breaking clinical trials session at EuroPCR2008 in Barcelona, Spain.

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Cardiovascular Business

Continuation of 99mTc-PYP shortage prompts need for alternative cardiac amyloidosis imaging

After three years of intermittent shortages of nuclear imaging tracer technetium-99m pyrophosphate, there are no signs of the shortage abating.

Radiology Business

The impact of Trump tariffs on iodine contrast media costs

GE HealthCare said the price of iodine contrast increased by more than 200% between 2017 to 2023. Will new Chinese tariffs drive costs even higher?

Cardiovascular Business

COVID-19 linked to accelerated plaque growth, long-term risk of heart attack or stroke

These risks appear to be present regardless of a person's age or health at the time of infection.

Clinical Research

New algorithm models radiologists' eye movements to interpret chest X-rays

Advanced MRI shows decreased lung function in kids with persistent COVID symptoms

Ultrasound 'microjets' enable targeted treatment of neurological conditions

White matter hyperintensities might not be a marker of TBI after all

MRI study suggests an optimal time of day for evaluating glymphatic function

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