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Biotronik gets conditional FDA approval for ProMRI trial

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Biomedical device company Biotronik has received approval with conditions from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the company's ProMRI clinical trial via an investigational device exemption.

January 17, 2013

Fluoroscopy, mobile C-arms market looks set to grow

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The global market for fluoroscopy and mobile C-arms market will grow at a compound annual growth rate of 2.5% from 2012 to 2016, according to a new report released by Research and Markets.

January 15, 2013

Safe use of intravenous contrast depends on knowing the evidence

By Philip Ward

Everybody involved in intravenous administration of iodinated contrast media must be well-versed with the evidence-based literature to optimize image quality and minimize the risks to patients, particularly when dealing with pregnant women, according to new research presented at RSNA 2012.

January 15, 2013

Dr. Philip Palmer, pioneering radiologist in Africa, dies

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Dr. Philip E.S. Palmer, a pioneer in promoting the use of radiology and radiation therapy in Africa and developing countries, died on January 3 at the age of 91. He was an adviser to the World Health Organization for 30 years, and was the first recipient of the International Society of Radiology's Beclere Medal.

January 14, 2013

Urology residents lack awareness of radiation exposure

By Cynthia E. Keen

Urology residents in Europe are shockingly unaware of the dangers of radiation exposure and the importance of using radiation protection when performing fluoroscopy-guided endourologic procedures, if results from a survey of members of the European Society of Residents in Urology are indicative of the group.

January 6, 2013

Tailor radiology reports to recipients to save time and money

By Cynthia E. Keen

Radiology reports that are tailored specifically to the clinical needs of the recipient will save radiologists time and probably will be valued and appreciated more by ordering physicians. This blunt message was delivered by a Belgian expert at RSNA 2012.

January 2, 2013

iPad turns in mixed results for chest radiographs

By Erik L. Ridley

The iPad appears capable of supporting the diagnosis of pneumothorax on chest radiographs, according to an initial evaluation of an iOS-based image viewing app developed by a team from Massachusetts General Hospital. The group also found that its app, at least for now, didn't fare as well in cases with nonpneumothorax findings.

December 30, 2012

RnR adds imaging reports for 6 nations

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

RnR Market Research said it has added reports on the diagnostic imaging markets in Turkey, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Chile, Finland, and Norway that focus on investment opportunities, analysis, and forecasts through 2018.

December 27, 2012

Philips wins contract in the Netherlands

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Royal Philips Electronics, parent company of Philips Healthcare, has signed a 10-year managed services agreement with Sint Maartenskliniek in Nijmegen, the Netherlands, for the supply, installation, maintenance, and upgrade of its imaging equipment.

December 25, 2012

AuntMinnieEurope.com Digital X-Ray Insider

By Philip Ward

December 18, 2012

Award-winning RSNA research shows how to cut error rates

By Philip Ward

Errors in radiology are common, particularly when it comes to the review of digital x-ray and CT images. But most discrepancies occur in a small number of areas, and focused review of these areas can significantly reduce error rates, according to prize-winning research from a U.K. teaching hospital.

December 18, 2012

Digital x-ray market to reach 561 million euros by 2015

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The world market for digital radiography is projected to reach 561 million euros ($742.8 million U.S.) by 2015, according to a new report released by market research firm Global Industry Analysts.

December 17, 2012

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