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. 

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Nonradiology trainees prefer, excel with simulated chest radiography

Just as computed simulation helps pilots learn to fly and flight instructors gauge trainee progress, so too the technique can aid the teaching and assessment of nonradiologist healthcare trainees in diagnostic image interpretation.  

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3 imaging procedures linked to medical overuse in 2014

In 2014, medical imaging was involved in three of four common diagnostic procedures deemed by the literature to present more risk of harm and/or unjustifiable expense than warranted by potential benefit, according to a special report published Nov. 9 in JAMA Internal Medicine.

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Mammography-ultrasound combo proves a cancer-detection ace in Japanese trial

The first randomized trial of population screening with adjunctive ultrasound has found a significantly higher breast cancer detection rate than mammography alone, suggesting that the modality may offer a low-cost way to increase sensitivity and detection rates of early cancers in women with dense breast tissue.

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Practice makes perfect? High-volume mammo centers offer better screening outcomes

Women looking to maximize their benefits from breast cancer screening would be wise to seek out a facility with high mammography interpretive volume, according to the results of a new study.

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Despite awareness campaigns, patients aren’t receiving useful radiation dose info

A new study shows relative dose dangers aren’t getting communicated to patients prior to radiographic exams, and the lack owes largely to limited awareness of radiation-induced cancer risks among patients and physicians alike. 

Bayland Provides Refurbished Diagnostic Radiology LCD Monitors, Saving Healthcare Organizations Time and Money

Bayland Technologies continues to set a high standard in the refurbishing, repair and maintenance of diagnostic imaging equipment for radiologists, outpatient imaging center, and hospital radiology departments. Now, Bayland's services have grown to include repair service for LED and LCD diagnostic Radiology monitors.

MRI Interventions ClearPoint(R) Neuro Navigation System Recognized as Realtime Solution for Frameless Brain Biopsy in the Journal of Neurosurgery

MRI Interventions, Inc. (OTCQB:MRIC) today announced the publication of a Technical Note in the Journal of Neurosurgery regarding the use of the Company's ClearPoint Neuro Navigation System in frameless, MRI-guided brain biopsy. 

Suspicious internal mammary lymph nodes after breast implants likely benign

For women who underwent silicone implant reconstruction after breast cancer treatment, enlarged internal mammary lymph nodes (IMLNs) can be a cause for concern. However, a new study published in the November issue of Radiology has demonstrated that in most cases, IMLNs spotted on MRI are benign.

Around the web

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. 

CCTA is being utilized more and more for the diagnosis and management of suspected coronary artery disease. An international group of specialists shared their perspective on this ongoing trend.

The new technology shows early potential to make a significant impact on imaging workflows and patient care.