Coronary CT angiography is commonly used to assess patients at low or intermediate risk of CAD but is less effective in high-risk patients with an increased presence of coronary calcifications and stents due to the “blooming” effect they have on imaging.

CT findings that have historically been deemed as concerning relative to PE might not hold as much weight when it comes to associated risks as previously thought, new analysis suggests.

Artificial intelligence tools have proven to be beneficial in detecting pulmonary nodules on chest CTs of adults, but less is known about their utility in pediatric populations. 

Biochemical evaluation for patients with incidentally detected enlarged parathyroid glands can prompt earlier diagnosis, according to new data in the American Journal of Roentgenology. 

Up to 37% of patients presenting with transient ischemic attack do not receive a full neurovascular imaging work-up, according to new data published in the American Journal of Roentgenology. 

The research, published in Stroke and Vascular Neurology, suggests that just four hours of physical activity per week can reduce the significance of a brain bleed.

Philips has developed an AI-powered CT system designed to increase throughput and improve image quality, all while decreasing patient exposure to ionizing radiation. 

New data suggest that the burden of atherosclerosis on imaging might not be as indicative of major cardiovascular events as a person’s age and sex.