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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AI spots missed colorectal cancers on routine CT scans

Rates of colorectal cancer are on the rise, most notably in younger adults, who have seen CRC diagnoses double over the last decade.

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Mexico, not China, is biggest tariff concern among radiology vendors

If 25% tariffs go into effect, it could have a big impact on the cost of medical imaging and radiotherapy systems, with many manufacturing facilities in Mexico. 

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How hormonal status affects background parenchymal enhancement on contrasted mammograms

New research provides detailed insight into how specific factors that impact hormone levels, such as breastfeeding, contraception, medication and menopausal status, alter BPE on CEM. 

MRI accident prompts questions on safety

Police investigating woman's 'suspicious' death during MRI exam

The woman's husband alleges the staff's negligence is what led to her untimely death.

Massive sea lion at Hogle Zoo gets CT scan

'Logistically pretty amazing'—Radiology staff gets creative to scan 650-pound sea lion

Zoo and radiology staff who collaborated to treat the sea lion say the entire ordeal "was quite an experience.”

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MRI study suggests an optimal time of day for evaluating glymphatic function

Inaccurate interpretations of glymphatic function could lead to incorrect diagnoses, researchers caution.

The impact of Trump tariffs on iodine contrast media costs

GE HealthCare said the price of iodine contrast increased by more than 200% between 2017 to 2023. Will new Chinese tariffs drive costs even higher?

20-minute ultrasound-guided procedure could cure hypertension

Hypertension caused by unilateral aldosterone-producing adrenal adenomas is curable by laparoscopic removal of the entire adrenal gland, but the invasiveness and recovery time can deter patients from the treatment.

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GE HealthCare designed the new-look Revolution Vibe CT scanner to help hospitals and health systems embrace CCTA and improve overall efficiency.

Clinicians have been using HeartSee to diagnose and treat coronary artery disease since the technology first debuted back in 2018. These latest updates, set to roll out to existing users, are designed to improve diagnostic performance and user access.

The cardiac technologies clinicians use for CVD evaluations have changed significantly in recent years, according to a new analysis of CMS data. While some modalities are on the rise, others are being utilized much less than ever before.