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.

Contrast concerns: Gadolinium deposits remain in the brain after contrast-enhanced MRI

High levels of gadolinium may be deposited in intracranial neuronal tissues of patients following MR scans in which the rare-earth metal is used as a contrast agent, according to results of a study published online March 5 in Radiology.

Love game: MRI shows love centers in brain can be tipped off by habit, not actual emotion

An artist has harnessed information provided by MRI to illustrate how love affects our brains—namely by activating oxytocin and dopamine-producing regions, according to an article published online this month by Fast Company.

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As head injury concerns linger, Boston cardiologist named NFL medical adviser

Elizabeth G. Nabel, MD, president of Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, has been named the first chief medical adviser for the National Football League (NFL).

Brain abnormalities key to understanding violent offenders

An MRI-based glimpse into the brains of psychopathic patients revealed abnormalities related to learning from consequences and punishment, according to a study published in this month’s The Lancet Psychiatry.

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The big issue still looming over the big game

The National Football League has not had a particularly good year from a public image standpoint. A number of scandals have distracted from the action on the field, from the serious concern over the league’s handling of domestic violence issues to the absurd circus of “Deflategate,” which saw the Patriots defending themselves from allegations that they illegally tampered with game balls.

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Till next year

Another year, another fascinating RSNA annual meeting. The conference had a more festive feel than in years past, with RSNA 2014 kicking off the society’s 100th anniversary celebration.

RSNA: Structural changes in brain offer early insight into Alzheimer’s

CHICAGO—Trying to further our understanding of the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), a study presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) has shown changes in brain connections could be an early biomarker of the disease.

RSNA: MRI spots brain abnormalities after a single high school football season

CHICAGO—High school football players may experience brain changes detectable with MRI after a single season of play, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

Around the web

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.