Diagnostic Imaging

Radiologists use diagnostic imaging to non-invasively look inside the body to help determine the causes of an injury or an illness, and confirm a diagnosis. Providers use many imaging modalities to do so, including CT, MRI, X-ray, Ultrasound, PET and more.

RSS icon
Thumbnail

MRI evidence finds COVID-19 harms many areas of the brain, even in mild cases

It's the first study to compare brain scans both before and after participants were diagnosed with the novel virus.

Brain imaging insights associated with COVID-19 in spinal fluid shed light on neurological symptoms

Although the combination of specific brain MRI results and SARS-CoV-2 in the spinal fluid are rare, the findings can help as society moves into the post-pandemic era.

MLB ‘FEVER’ pitch: New MRI view changing the game for elbow injuries

Major league pitchers put a tremendous amount of stress on their arms and new imaging insights can give players a competitive advantage on their road to recovery.

Thumbnail

7 in 10 radiologists crave unified consensus for managing incidental pancreatic findings

Additionally, a majority of rads said they would like to include follow-up recommendations in their reporting but 60% never use structured templates to do so.

One-quarter of severe COVID-19 patients retain lung problems 1 year after discharge, CT scans show

Routine respiratory follow-up and new treatment strategies will be required for those who were hospitalized with severe infection, experts noted.

Radiologists’ public service message underscores need to educate patients on COVID-19 vaccine side effects

Physicians called on imaging societies, clinicians and news media to spread awareness about vaccine-related swollen lymph nodes.

Thumbnail

Combined imaging technique pushes field closer to standard 5-minute knee MRI exams

Parallel and simultaneous multi-slice imaging offer the most promising path to shorter knee scans, one Cleveland Clinic expert said recently.

Thumbnail

CT data shows high rates of emphysema among marijuana users

Radiologists should take note of these findings as the drug's popularity and legalization continue to climb.

Displaying 81 - 88 of 7501

Around the web

Cardiovascular Business
GE HealthCare launches new cardiac CT scanner with advanced AI capabilities

GE HealthCare designed the new-look Revolution Vibe CT scanner to help hospitals and health systems embrace CCTA and improve overall efficiency.

Cardiovascular Business
Bracco updates HeartSee coronary flow capacity software with new diagnostic features

Clinicians have been using HeartSee to diagnose and treat coronary artery disease since the technology first debuted back in 2018. These latest updates, set to roll out to existing users, are designed to improve diagnostic performance and user access.

Cardiovascular Business
Key trends in diagnostic heart testing: CT on the rise as some traditional techniques fall out of favor

The cardiac technologies clinicians use for CVD evaluations have changed significantly in recent years, according to a new analysis of CMS data. While some modalities are on the rise, others are being utilized much less than ever before.