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.

FDA approves industry's first hands-free interventional X-ray system
Its voice recognition capabilities give providers the ability to maneuver the system and view images in real-time hands-free.
Cardiac ultrasound contrast completely safe, despite reports to the contrary
There had been a recent uptick in adverse reactions to contrast agents used in transthoracic or stress echocardiography exams, the findings suggest.
Working long hours can physically alter the structure of the brain
“The results underscore the importance of addressing overwork as an occupational health concern and highlight the need for workplace policies that mitigate excessive working hours.”
Predictive model cuts back on unnecessary imaging requests for headaches in the ED
Headaches are a common complaint among patients presenting to the emergency department, with millions of cases documented annually in the United States.
Creating real-time telebreast imaging that includes remote patient consults
Arlene Sussman, MD, medical director with vRad, explains a telebreast imaging system that allows patients direct video consults with a remote radiologist just after their exams to increase personalized care and answer questions immediately.

AI software improves diagnosis of lung conditions when contrast cannot be used

New software could improve diagnosis of lung conditions for patients who cannot tolerate contrast dye

The machine learning-based software uses a formula called the Integrated Jacobian Formulation to calculate lung volume based on metrics derived from imaging taken during inhalation and exhalation.

Head CTs could present an opportunity to screen for osteoporosis

In individuals who have not completed a DEXA scan, head CT conducted for other reasons can offer insight into patients’ frontal bone density, a potential marker of osteoporosis.

depression and alcohol lead to impairment in functional connectivity of the brain

Combined, alcohol dependence and depression cause 'severe and extensive' brain connectivity impairment

Alcohol dependence and depression are known to affect the functional connectivity of the brain, but when the two co-occur, connectivity between certain regions is significantly worse, new MRI study shows.

medical imaging carbon emissions climate change

PET is an energy hog, but relatively rare utilization lessens its carbon footprint. MRI and CT have no such ‘out’

Medical imaging machinery uses a lot of power, and the extent to which it quickens the pace of global warming is becoming clearer.

One adverse reaction to a GBCA significantly increases risk of another in the future

The type of gadolinium-based agent administered could also increase the risk of reaction, a new study suggests.

Profound Medical prostate ablation contouring assistant

Prostate ablation AI 'contouring assistant' lands FDA clearance

The new module is a machine learning-based segmentation tool that further enhances procedural planning.

Even two years after recovery, damage to multiple regions of the brain persists in COVID patients

On imaging some former COVID patients show significant alterations in several parts of the brain related to emotional regulation.

Researchers identify new PET imaging biomarker capable of predicting immunotherapy success

A newly identified PET imaging biomarker could help providers tailor immunotherapy treatments for patients with certain types of cancers.

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Imaging for chest pain: CT- and ICA-first strategies linked to similar long-term health status

These findings present additional evidence that invasive imaging tests are not necessarily more effective when it comes to evaluating patients for chest pain.

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Unlike other UEA options, GE HealthCare's Optison does not contain polyethylene glycol. The FDA approved its use for adult patients back in 1997.

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GE HealthCare debuts new wide-bore MRI scanner built with cardiology, oncology in mind

The new 1.5T MRI scanner includes a wide bore and key AI features designed to boost the patient experience.

Medical Imaging

FDA approves industry's first hands-free interventional X-ray system

Cardiac ultrasound contrast completely safe, despite reports to the contrary

Working long hours can physically alter the structure of the brain

Predictive model cuts back on unnecessary imaging requests for headaches in the ED

Creating real-time telebreast imaging that includes remote patient consults

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