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 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.”

Philips' patient monitoring division touts customer satisfaction awards

Philips Medical Systems this week said that its patient monitoring business has earned high marks from its customers in two different surveys by independent healthcare research companies.

November 11, 2004

Vendors launch EHR Association

Electronic health record vendors are uniting to address EHR adoption and interoperability.

November 11, 2004

FDA OKs Hitachi's PET/CT system

Hitachi Medical Systems America (HMSA) has received FDA 510(k) clearance to market its new Sceptre P3 PET/CT system in the United States.

November 11, 2004

Philips highlights cardiology portfolio

Philips Medical Systems highlighted its new iE33 echocardiography system, the Allura FD20 flat detector x-ray system and the Allura 3D Coronary Angiography heart imaging tool at this week's American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions in New Orlea

November 11, 2004

Eclipsys reveals intent to acquire eSys Medical

Eclipsys Corp. this week announced its intent to acquire eSys Medical Systems Inc., a radiology information system (RIS) company.

November 11, 2004

GE addresses treatment of chest pain patients

GE Healthcare revealed at this week's American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions in New Orleans, La. a Six Sigma-based program that will help medical facilities adopt a new strategy for the treatment of chest pain patients.

November 11, 2004

SonoSite improves early risk assessment of cardiovascular disease

Hand-held ultrasound systems provider SonoSite Inc. introduced SonoCalc IMT software at this week's American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions in New Orleans, La.

November 11, 2004

Siemens upgrades Acuson Sequoia echo systems

Siemens Medical Solutions this week introduced new technology for its Acuson Sequoia C512 and C256 echocardiography systems, including Native TEQ dynamic ultrasound technology and a new 8V3 transducer, at the American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Se

November 11, 2004

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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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