Medical Imaging

Physicians utilize medical imaging to see inside the body to diagnose and treat patients. This includes computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, angiography, and the nuclear imaging modalities of PET and SPECT.

Deep learning reconstruction cuts radiation and contrast dose by half in aortic CTA exams
A new analysis in Academic Radiology dives into the importance of finding balance between reducing radiation exposure while maintaining image quality.
AI-based ARIA detection software could bring 'renewed hope' for people undergoing Alzheimer's treatment
The software is the first of its kind to achieve the FDA's approval for detecting, measuring and grading ARIA on MRI scans—a task that is critical in managing the disease.
Ultrasound-guided procedure offers promising alternative to opioids for managing pain
Ultrasonography-guided nerve blocks have grown in popularity in recent years, but some are hesitant to adopt the procedure.
MRI guidance significantly reduces radiotherapy side effects compared to CT
A recent comparison of the two modalities’ utility for guiding radiation therapy for prostate cancer shows numerous benefits for MRI over CT.
FDA clears AI software that ups cancer detection in dense breasts by 50%
Women's imaging experts believe the new upgrade could “dramatically improve breast cancer detection.”

Physician Micro Systems releases upgraded EHR

Physician Micro Systems, Inc. (PMSI) recently launched the upgraded Total Practice Partner Version 8.2 EHR.

August 11, 2005

Bio-Imaging makes some gains

Bio-Imaging Technologies Inc. yesterday announced its financial results for the 2nd quarter which ended June 30, 2005, making some gains from the 1st quarter and moving in the direction of profitability.

August 4, 2005

Hologic releases 3rd quarter fiscal 2005 numbers

Hologic Inc. last week announced its fiscal year results for the quarter and nine months which ended June 25, 2005.

August 4, 2005

Study: Multislice CT provides safe detection of coronary heart disease

In "Study: Multislice CT provides safe detection of coronary heart disease" in the June 2nd issue of Health Imaging News, there was a factual error.

August 4, 2005

Free Medicare EHR software not so free after all

We reported last week that a plan by Medicare would distribute free electronic health records (EHR) software called VistA-Office EHR to physicians as part of a program to assist medical practices in making the shift to more of a paperless environment.

August 4, 2005

Merge posts strong Q2 results despite charges from Cedara merger

Merge Technologies Inc. this week released its financial results for the 2nd quarter 2005 which came to a close June 30, 2005.

August 4, 2005

NEC introduces SpectraviewII LCD monitor color calibration product

NEC Display Solutions recently announced the SpectraViewII color calibration solution.

August 4, 2005

AMICAS reports increased 2nd quarter revenues

Amicas Inc. last week reported its unaudited financial results for the 2nd quarter that ended June 30, 2005.

August 4, 2005

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Cardiovascular Business

Global shortage of nuclear imaging isotopes may be over

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.

Cardiovascular Business

‘A huge win’: CMS significantly increases Medicare payments for cardiac CT

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.

Cardiovascular Business

FDA clears AI tool that flags signs of heart disease in chest CT scans

The newly cleared offering, AutoChamber, was designed with opportunistic screening in mind. It can evaluate many different kinds of CT images, including those originally gathered to screen patients for lung cancer.

Medical Imaging

Deep learning reconstruction cuts radiation and contrast dose by half in aortic CTA exams

AI-based ARIA detection software could bring 'renewed hope' for people undergoing Alzheimer's treatment

Ultrasound-guided procedure offers promising alternative to opioids for managing pain

MRI guidance significantly reduces radiotherapy side effects compared to CT

FDA clears AI software that ups cancer detection in dense breasts by 50%

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