Neuroimaging

Neuroradiology is a branch of medical imaging focused on spotting abnormalities of the central and peripheral nervous system, spine, head and neck. These highly trained doctors use CT, MRI, X-ray and other techniques to diagnose strokes, tumors, aneurysms and other neurological conditions.

Research links echocardiographic measures to dementia risk

For the first time, associations between left atrial function and dementia were uncovered via electrocardiograms, experts shared in JAMA.

Size matters when it comes to neuroimaging studies

New research published in Nature indicates that the results of many neuroimaging studies lack reliability due to their inadequate sample sizes.

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MRI scans show COVID's 'significant' impact on the brain

Even individuals who had recovered from what would be considered a mild case of COVID displayed signs of tissue damage and reductions in gray matter and overall brain size, experts reported in Nature.

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MRI features uncover differences between the brains of autistic girls and boys

Scientists believe their findings could inform the development of gender-specific diagnosis and treatment strategies for the disorder, according to research published the British Journal of Psychiatry.

'Pandemic brain': PET/MRI images reveal how COVID's impact is felt by non-infected individuals

A new analysis in Brain, Behavior, and Immunity shows that no one is immune to the effects of the ongoing pandemic. 

Deep learning model triages brain MRIs for abnormalities to prioritize reads

The deep learning model was trained to recognize abnormalities in real-time, reducing delays in image interpretation for clinically relevant findings.

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Automated CT scoring system accurately predicts prognosis in stroke patients

The study used non-contrast CT and CT perfusion imaging to analyze agreement between an automated reader and human radiologists with differing experience levels.

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New advanced PET imaging reveals root of cognitive decline in patients with Alzheimer's

The scans unearthed a significant association between synaptic density and decreased cognitive performance, Yale researchers revealed recently.

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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.