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FNMR steps up campaign for lung cancer screening
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
France's union of private radiologists (Fédération Nationale des Médecins Radiologues, FNMR) issued a statement on 13 November calling on the government to give more support to lung cancer screening during November, which is Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
November 15, 2020
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New analysis underlines value of lung cancer screening
By Brian Casey
In a study of eight randomized controlled trials involving over 90,000 people, CT lung cancer screening produced a relative risk reduction of 0.81 for death from lung cancer and an absolute risk reduction of 0.4%. Screening did not reduce all-cause mortality, however.
November 15, 2020
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Achenbach speaks on future of congresses and CT
By Philip Ward
Next August's annual congress of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) is to be held virtually, not face-to-face in London, ESC President Prof. Dr. Stephan Achenbach has confirmed. In an exclusive interview, he reveals why the ESC made this decision so early and shares his views on CT's role in COVID-19 cases, collaboration with radiology, and the work of his research team.
November 10, 2020
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Radiology takes stock of its role in combatting COVID-19
By Philip Ward
Sunday's International Day of Radiology paid tribute to the radiologists, radiographers, and support staff who have worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic. Imaging teams came together to raise awareness and celebrate the vital role of radiology, as well as to reflect on how the profession has changed this year. Our roundup includes the photographic highlights.
November 9, 2020
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Is it time to come out from behind the monitor?
Radiologists need to get more involved and be active in health policy so the profession can be seen, known, and valued, Dr. Lars Benjamin Fritz believes. In an interview, he explains the rationale behind the German Röntgen Society's new working group.
November 8, 2020
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Cancer delays: Counting COVID-19's hidden costs
By Frances Rylands-Monk
A patient whose cancer treatment is delayed by even one month can face a mortality risk of up to 13% higher, a Canadian and U.K. study has found. The investigation, published online by the BMJ, was triggered by concerns about delays to cancer diagnosis and therapy during the pandemic.
November 8, 2020
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U.K. groups issue thoracic CT advice
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
The British Journal of Radiology has published a consensus statement about reporting incidental coronary, aortic valve, and cardiac calcification on nongated thoracic CT.
November 5, 2020
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RIS firms must give more support to radiology, urges RCR
By Philip Ward
Tech companies -- particularly radiology information system (RIS) providers -- must improve data presentation for radiologists so they can put their case better to management about the significant workforce shortages facing the specialty, according to a new report from the U.K. Royal College of Radiologists (RCR).
November 4, 2020
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Radiation Safety 2021 gathers pace
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
The British Institute of Radiology has unveiled Radiation Safety 2021, the first in a planned series of video courses aimed at making imaging and radiation oncology safer for patients, professionals, and staff.
November 3, 2020
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AuntMinnieEurope.com CT Insider
By Philip Ward
November 1, 2020
Never overlook vascular nature of COVID-19, Oudkerk warns
By Edna Astbury-Ward, PhD
Misconceptions about COVID-19 remain widespread, leading Dutch researcher Prof. Dr. Matthijs Oudkerk, PhD, has emphasized. He calls for a change of thinking to take account of new discoveries related to the vascular aspects of the disease and for a well-informed discussion about the optimum use of CT.
November 1, 2020
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Lack of IV access contributes to CT scanner downtime
By Philip Ward
Failing to ensure patients receive appropriate intravenous (IV) access when they leave the emergency unit or hospital ward before a contrast-enhanced CT scan often results in significant waste of resources, a U.K. audit has found. The researchers have produced a five-point action plan to address the problem.
November 1, 2020
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