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.

Lung imaging provides clearer picture of COPD symptoms

A new study is showcasing how much more information MRI and CT can provide on the symptoms and physical capabilities of those with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) over and beyond the typical lung function test.

Cone Beam CT Technology, New Ultrasound Systems Showcased at AHRA

Carestream is expanding into new imaging modalities: cone beam CT and ultrasound. 

iCAD Announces Launch Of iReveal® Breast Density Analysis Solution As Latest Addition To PowerLook Advanced Mammography Platform

iCAD, Inc. (Nasdaq: ICAD), an industry-leading provider of advanced image analysis, workflow solutions and radiation therapy for the early identification and treatment of cancer, today announced the launch of the iReveal® breast density module as the latest addition to the Company's PowerLook Advanced Mammography Platform (AMP)®. 

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Partial breast radiation following lumpectomy offers effective treatment alternative

Women with breast cancer may be able undergo treatment with a one-week regimen of partial breast radiation after surgery as opposed to irradiating the entire breast for multiple weeks, as a study published recently in Annals of Surgical Oncology showed no increase in recurrence or difference in cosmetic outcomes using the partial breast radiation technique.

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Misdiagnosis spurs most legal actions against Australian rads

If Australia is any barometer of malpractice lawsuit patterns across the Western world, U.S. radiologists best be on guard against misdiagnosing patients due to delays and misses in interpreting images.

Academic radiology department learns from its life-threatening mistake, publishes findings

After a patient was harmed in a radiology department by incorrect administration of a drug to counter contrast reaction, the department set about to make sure not to repeat the mistake. Members conducted a searching root-cause analysis, ferreted out their underlying weak points and have now published their findings. 

Spellman High Voltage Electronics Introduces New Z Series Radiography Generators

Spellman High Voltage announces the introduction of its new Z Series X-Ray generator for Radiographic applications. Z Series X-Ray generators, featuring 450 kHz maximum output frequency, provide industry-best high voltage accuracy and stability in a compact package for space constrained applications.

Medtronic Announces Expansion of MR-Conditional Products with U.S. Launch of Advisa SR MRI(TM) SureScan® Pacing System

Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval and commercial launch of the Advisa SR MRI(TM) SureScan® single-chamber pacemaker with the 5076 MRI lead, which allows for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans positioned on any region of the body without restrictions. 

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Positron, a New York-based nuclear imaging company, will now provide Upbeat Cardiology Solutions with advanced PET/CT systems and services. 

The nuclear imaging isotope shortage of molybdenum-99 may be over now that the sidelined reactor is restarting. ASNC's president says PET and new SPECT technologies helped cardiac imaging labs better weather the storm.

CMS has more than doubled the CCTA payment rate from $175 to $357.13. The move, expected to have a significant impact on the utilization of cardiac CT, received immediate praise from imaging specialists.