Clinical News: Page 374

ITM signs Chinese radioisotope deal

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

German radiopharmaceutical group ITM Isotopen Technologien München has signed a technology license agreement with Chengdu Gaotong Isotope to produce and distribute ITM's germanium-68 (Ge-68)/gallium-68 (Ga-68) generators and lutetium-177 (Lu-117) radioisotope in China.

November 18, 2019

U.K. releases new guidelines on breast screening

By Philip Ward

The U.K. Royal College of Radiologists has published detailed guidance on screening and symptomatic breast imaging. Its 27-page report includes advice on the imaging of breast implants and the optimum use of ultrasound.

November 18, 2019

DRG to launch mobile x-ray lab for kids in Germany

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The German Röntgen Society (DRG) will dispatch a mobile x-ray laboratory throughout the country to promote x-ray education among schoolchildren.

November 17, 2019

Lego MRI initiative attracts over 5,000 supporters

By Philip Ward

A Lego MRI scheme developed by a U.K.-based radiographer to reduce anxiety among children has now won the support of more than 5,000 followers. The Danish toy company is allowing the project leaders 14 months to reach the 10,000 supporters required for a commercial launch.

November 17, 2019

Armenia welcomes 1st nuclear medicine facility

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The European Center of Nuclear Medicine -- the first of its kind to open in Armenia -- will respond to an increasing need in the region for radioisotope-based cancer treatment, according to an article from MassisPost.

November 14, 2019

Ultromics gets FDA clearance for AI for echo

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

U.K. software developer Ultromics has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for EchoGo Core, the company's artificial intelligence (AI) software for earlier detection of cardiovascular disease.

November 13, 2019

Study of 5M women shows when to start breast screening

By Rebekah Moan

A study of more than 5 million Swedish women released on 14 November in JAMA Oncology provides tangible guidance on when screening should begin for those with a family history of breast cancer. It suggests screening may need to start up to 14 years earlier than national guidelines recommend.

November 13, 2019

German study finds mortality drop after breast screening

By Rebekah Moan

In a large cohort, German researchers observed a reduction in late-stage breast cancer incidence and mortality in women screened for breast cancer, which is most likely due to screening. Also, they noticed overdiagnosis was moderate.

November 13, 2019

Firms partner to meet global medical isotope needs

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Four Canadian and European companies have signed partnership agreements to produce medical isotopes and create a new worldwide delivery system for them.

November 12, 2019

Guerbet forms partnership with InterSystems

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Contrast developer Guerbet has signed a strategic partnership with healthcare IT firm InterSystems to integrate Guerbet's Contrast&Care contrast media injection management software into the IT systems of hospitals and medical imaging centers.

November 12, 2019

How to maximize safety in MRI | CT highlights risks of vaping | New AI study from Utrecht

By Philip Ward

November 12, 2019

MRI safety: An urgent issue for an increasing crowd

By Titti Owman

The number of MRI accidents currently reported is only the tip of the iceberg, and we really need a more widespread, efficient, and accessible reporting system, writes Titti Owman from Lund, Sweden. She also addresses the safety risks and how to minimize them.

November 12, 2019

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