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.

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Bras increase effect of dose reduction in chest CT

Wearing a bra during chest CT increases the percentage of breast tissue within the region of reduced tube current and therefore improves the performance of angle-dependent tube current modulation technique, according to a study published in the May issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology.

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T1-weighted signal intensity changes should be used cautiously in plantar fasciitis diagnosis

T1-weighted signal intensity changes in the plantar fascia, soft-tissue edema superficial to the plantar fascia and calcaneal spurs are common findings in asymptomatic patients and should be used with caution when diagnosing plantar fasciitis, according to a study published online May 7 by Radiology.

Emergency department visits for traumatic brain injury on the rise

A nearly 30 percent increase in the rate of visits to an emergency department for traumatic brain injury occurred between 2006 and 2010, according to a research letter published on May 13 by JAMA. 

50% tube exposure provides comparable diagnosis of urolithiasis

CT images reconstructed from 50 percent tube exposure reconstructed with sinogram-affirmed iterative reconstruction (SAFIRE) are not inferior to images reconstructed with 100 percent exposure in the diagnosis of urolithiasis, according to a study published online May 7 by Radiology. 

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Minn. House advances breast density bill

The Minnesota House of Representatives passed a breast density notification bill this week on a bipartisan vote of 126-7.

Carestream’s DRX-Evolution DR room is high-volume hub for general radiology exams at Metroplex Adventist Hospital

A new CARESTREAM DRX-Evolution DR room is the main hub for all general radiology exams at the 232-bed Metroplex Adventist Hospital (Killeen, Texas).

Fujifilm and National Breast Cancer Foundation kick off “Images of Health” campaign in honor of Mother's Day

Millions of women each year are diagnosed with breast cancer; but, early detection and treatment are among the most effective ways to overcome cancer and live life to the fullest. FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc. and the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF)announced today a collaboration that will extend the work of Fujifilm’s Images of Health campaign, aimed at educating and encouraging all women to understand the importance of early detection of breast cancer.

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Acknowledging the uncertainties of mammography

The radiology community should disclose all of the uncertainties and certainties associated with mammography screening to the public in order to provide the whole truth, according to an article published online May 1 by the Journal of the American College of Radiology.

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Tariffs threaten imaging access for patients, RBMA warns

Radiology practices are already operating on razor thin margins, with price increases prompting calls for congressional action to prevent further damage. 

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Chinese radiology vendors dodge high tariffs with US-based factories

United Imaging and other manufacturers that have established American factories may remain insulated from the trade war.

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Radiology groups face hardships under the Medicare MIPS program

Erik Rockswold, director research and quality, Rayus Radiology, explains the administrative burdens radiology groups experience for little return from the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System.