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.

Deep learning application spots acute ischemic stroke in less than 30 seconds on MRI

What’s more, the application’s performance was accurate, even when fewer scanning sequences were utilized.

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New study calls ED imaging protocols for geriatric head injuries into question

The new data suggest that admitting patients for observation and additional imaging to monitor for delayed intracranial hemorrhage might often be unnecessary.  

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MRI findings predict Parkinson's disease progression

MR imaging could provide insight into how Parkinson’s disease will progress years before its related symptoms become debilitating.  

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Frequent sleep disruptions may increase amyloid deposits down the road

Daily sleep disruptions could increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease in the future, new research suggests. 

Murderer's fate hinges on 2 different interpretations of his brain scans

A radiologist’s testimony could deconstruct a legal team’s argument that their defendant had a brain tumor that may have affected his behavior when he shot and killed five women in 2019. 

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How having ovaries removed before menopause affects brain structure

These changes are especially prevalent in women who have the surgery before the age of 40, new research suggests. 

How patients' focus affects data derived from functional MRI scans

As a person’s concentration dwindles during resting state or task-based sequences, the resultant brain activity observed on imaging could be misleading.

MRI could be key to diagnosing and treating depression

Researchers involved in the work are hopeful their findings will help patients find relief sooner.

Around the web

RBMA President Peter Moffatt discusses declining reimbursement rates, recruiting challenges and the role of artificial intelligence in transforming the industry.

Deepak Bhatt, MD, director of the Mount Sinai Fuster Heart Hospital and principal investigator of the TRANSFORM trial, explains an emerging technique for cardiac screening: combining coronary CT angiography with artificial intelligence for plaque analysis to create an approach similar to mammography.

A total of 16 cardiology practices from 12 states settled with the DOJ to resolve allegations they overbilled Medicare for imaging agents used to diagnose cardiovascular disease.