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.

Experts update AUC for amyloid, tau PET imaging for first time in more than a decade
The new appropriate use criteria define 17 specific clinical scenarios, guiding providers on situations when amyloid or tau imaging are and are not appropriate.
Infamous kidnapping survivor shares brain scan findings detailing the impact of her trauma
Elizabeth Smart recently underwent SPECT imaging to see how her traumatic experiences may have affected her brain on a physiological level.
Female representation in interventional radiology still lagging behind other specialties
The number of female IR trainees has been on the rise for years, but this growth is slow in comparison to other medical professions.
Use of POCUS during first trimester slashes pregnancy-related ED visits
“POCUS in early pregnancy helps clinicians more efficiently and accurately diagnose problems without compromising the quality of needed first trimester assessments—saving time, money and stress for patients.”
FDA seeking nominations for mammography advisory committee
The National Mammography Quality Assurance Advisory Committee provides guidance and recommendations related to the standards by which facilities are regulated.

Neuroimaging biomarker tracks autism treatment effectiveness in boys

A new method using neuroimaging to track brain function in boys affected by autism could provide doctors with a biomarker for how patients are responding to behavioral or drug treatments, according to results of a study published online in JAMA Psychiatry.

April 20, 2016

PET/MRI bests other modalities in imaging liver metastases related to colorectal cancer

Combined PET/MRI outperforms multidetector CT and PET alone in evaluating colorectal cancer liver metastases (CRLMs), according to study results published online April 19 in the journal Radiology.

April 20, 2016

Molecular Devices Launches High-Content Imaging System with New 3D Analysis Software

Sunnyvale, Calif. – April 19, 2016 – Molecular Devices, LLC, a leader in protein and cell biology technologies, today announced the launch of its ImageXpress® Micro 4 High-Content Imaging System and revolutionary 3D image analysis capability in the latest version of MetaXpress® High-Content Image Acquisition and Analysis Software. For scientists conducting basic research or high-throughput screening, the ImageXpress System is a premiere, integrated and scalable toolset for optimal 3D image acquisition and analysis.

April 20, 2016

Mobile radiology service brings imaging to inmates, saves taxpayers’ money

Commissioners in Reno County, Kan., have approved the use of mobile radiology services for inmates at its Reno County Correctional Facility.

April 20, 2016

TI-RADS outperforms leading guidelines for thyroid cancer biopsies

The Thyroid Imaging Reporting and Data System (TI-RADS) is more accurate than differing recommendations for fine-needle aspiration biopsy of thryroid nodules issued by major radiology and endocrinology societies, according to study results presented at the annual meeting of the American Roentgen Ray Society.

April 20, 2016

Chocolate milk, Will Smith, and the concussion study nobody could read

When the movie “Concussion” starring Will Smith hit theaters, a chocolate milk company wanted to use the opportunity to promote its drink’s ability to help young athletes recover from concussions, according to a new report by the Associated Press. 

April 19, 2016

Resident creates radiology mobile app for primary care physicians

A point-of-care tool for physicians, nurses, trainees and students that helps determine appropriate imaging tests? There’s an app for that.

April 18, 2016

Ultrasound-driven microbubbles target cancer cells

Scientists from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore have developed a technique that uses tiny gas bubbles and ultrasound vibrations to deliver cancer drugs directly to cancer cells, effectively treating the tumor while sparing normal healthy cells.

April 18, 2016

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The biggest obstacles facing radiology business managers in 2025

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

Cardiovascular Business

New cardiac prevention paradigm explored in TRANSFORM trial using AI and CCTA

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.

Cardiovascular Business

Cardiology practices pay $17.7M to settle fraud allegations brought on by whistleblowers

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.

Medical Imaging

Experts update AUC for amyloid, tau PET imaging for first time in more than a decade

Infamous kidnapping survivor shares brain scan findings detailing the impact of her trauma

Female representation in interventional radiology still lagging behind other specialties

Use of POCUS during first trimester slashes pregnancy-related ED visits

FDA seeking nominations for mammography advisory committee

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