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.”

NetApp touts growth in SAN and networked storage markets

Network Appliance Inc. said it has maintained foothold in both the network-attached storage (NAS) and iSCSI storage markets for calendar year 2004.

March 17, 2005

Siemens CT solves mystery around King Tut's death

A 3,000 year old mystery has been solved, with the help of a CT scan.

March 17, 2005

Varian gets FDA OK for brachytherapy system

Varian Medical Systems has received U.S. FDA clearance for a brachytherapy system that enables more accurate and flexible treatment of nasopharyngeal cancer.

March 17, 2005

StorageTek: launches storage appraisal program, realigns global services

StorageTek has launched a Storage Appraisal service program to help its customers, such as healthcare facilities, identify and improve components of their enterprise storage infrastructure.

March 17, 2005

Dalsa adds to scan camera line

Dalsa has introduced two new multi-megapixel area scan cameras, the Pantera TF 6M8 and Pantera TF 11M4, which are based on TrueFrame image sensor technology.

March 17, 2005

GE touts 12% growth in ultrasound business

GE Healthcare announced this week that its Ultrasound business' revenues grew by more than 12 percent in 2004, marking the company's 10th consecutive year of double-digit growth in ultrasound.

March 17, 2005

Image Systems releases new display calibration software

Image Systems Corp. introduced a new version of its Calibration Feedback System (CFS) software that enables remote calibration and maintenance of diagnostic imaging displays.

March 17, 2005

Infinitt, SmartPACS sign agreement for joint venture

SmartPACS and Infinitt Co. Ltd., who developed a professional partnership in 2000, signed a memorandum of understanding this week that is a prelude to a joint venture agreement to be signed by the end of 2005.

March 17, 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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