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Irish propose new coding system for CT colon exams
By Philip Ward
Following an audit of more than 1,800 CT scans of the colon for the assessment of diverticular disease, Irish researchers have proposed a new coding system that enables a better clinical decision to be made about the next step in patient management.
April 18, 2018
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Cardiac imaging promoted on International Day of Radiology
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
Cardiac imaging is taking center stage today to commemorate this year's International Day of Radiology (IDoR 2018), to take place on 8 November.
April 17, 2018
HeartFlow wins innovation designation from NHS England
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
Cardiovascular software developer HeartFlow said its FFRct Analysis software has been selected by National Health Service (NHS) England to be part of its Innovation and Technology Payment (ITP) program.
April 10, 2018
London's latest imaging facility gets set to open
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
A new 5 million pound (5.74 million euro) sports imaging facility is preparing to open its doors in North London on 23 April.
April 9, 2018
CT dose comes under close scrutiny in Saudi Arabia
By Frances Rylands-Monk
A comprehensive study of diagnostic reference levels (DRLs) in Saudi Arabia has shown that the current levels are comparable with European DRLs, thanks to cutting-edge imaging technology, but patient dose varies between departments depending on scanning mode and protocols used.
April 9, 2018
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Hot chili pepper can produce thunderclap headaches
By Erik L. Ridley
CT angiography has shown that eating a Carolina Reaper -- the world's hottest chili pepper -- may cause debilitating medical symptoms, according to a case report published online in BMJ Case Reports on 10 April.
April 9, 2018
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Study discusses CT, MRI for incidentalomas
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
Both CT and MRI can help in the detection of unknown adrenal incidentalomas, according to a study published online by the eBoutique of the French Society of Radiology (SFR).
April 8, 2018
A medical physicist's perspective on radiation dose
By Rebekah Moan
Radiation dose directives, dose management software, etc., etc. -- how can a busy radiologist keep up with it all? Medical physicist Virginia Tsapaki, PhD, shared practical and timely information about these issues at ECR 2018 in Vienna.
April 5, 2018
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CurveBeam scores CE Mark for CT scanners
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
Orthopedic and podiatric imaging technology developer CurveBeam has received CE Mark certification for two of its compact extremity CT scanners.
April 4, 2018
Does organ-specific CT dose reduction really reduce dose?
By Abraham Kim
Researchers from Belgium are questioning whether organ-based tube-current modulation in CT chest studies of women really reduces radiation dose. They found that while radiation dose to the breast fell, it increased in other areas, according to a study published on March 27 in Radiology.
April 4, 2018
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How to address image artifacts from patient motion
By Thomas Beyer, PhD; Dr. Pascal Paysan; Christoph Kolbitsch, PhD; and Dr. Marc Kachelriess, PhD
At a recent refresher course at ECR 2018, experts reviewed the options for motion management for improved diagnostic accuracy. What are some strategies to employ when using CT for cardiac patients? Or when using PET/CT? The experts reveal all.
April 2, 2018
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Survey shows radiographers lack life-support skills
By Philip Ward
A new survey has revealed a clear lack of knowledge among Portuguese radiographers about basic life support. The authors are convinced more education and hands-on training are crucial to make cardiopulmonary resuscitation available in radiology departments in case of cardiac arrest.
March 27, 2018
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