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.”

Ximis announces new HQ

Radiology information systems vendor Ximis Inc. is relocating its operational headquarters.

April 28, 2005

Merge eFilm, Radiologix expand terms of agreement

Merge eFilm has expanded the terms of its contract with Radiologix Inc. a national provider of diagnostic imaging services.

April 28, 2005

IDC boosts ratings in MD Buyline survey

Imaging Dynamics Co. has been rated first in customer satisfaction in a recent study of digital radiography (DR) clinical users conducted by independent industry analyst firm MD Buyline.

April 28, 2005

UPMC, IBM team to transform healthcare quality and cost

IBM and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) have announced a new eight-year, $402 million agreement aimed at tackling some of the large issues facing the healthcare system today such as quality control and cost.

April 28, 2005

FDA clears Siemens' Advanced Bone Removal application

The FDA has granted 510(k) clearance for Siemens Medical Solutions' Advanced Bone Removal, an application of the company's syngo InSpace 4D program.

April 28, 2005

Color Doppler Sonography used to treat premature infants with serious illness

Color Doppler sonography is now being used to detect necrotizing entercolitis (NEC), an acquired inflammatory gastrointestinal disease in premature infants.

April 28, 2005

Study: Enhanced PET-CT technology driving demand

The improved capabilities of fused positron emission tomography (PET-CT) technology is increasing demand within the diagnostic imaging market, according to new a U.S. PET and PET-CT Markets study released by Frost & Sullivan.

April 28, 2005

IBM announces information exchange prototype

IBM this week unveiled its plan to design a prototype medical information exchange system to speed up the development of a nation health network.

April 28, 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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