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PET features provide boost for therapy response prediction
By Tami Freeman, PhD
Textural variables derived from PET images reveal intratumor heterogeneity and may help predict a patient's response to chemotherapy. Researchers explored their associations with the clinical responses of breast cancer patients in a recent article published in Physics in Medicine and Biology.
February 17, 2013
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New guidance emerges on radiographer reporting
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
The U.K. College of Radiographers has published fresh advice on clinical reporting and preliminary clinical evaluation by radiographers. The contents look certain to be scrutinized by imaging departments across Europe.
February 14, 2013
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AuntMinnieEurope.com Digital X-Ray Insider
By Philip Ward
February 13, 2013
Nanotechnology attracts attention at Valencia meeting
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
Nanotechnology in targeted imaging has been a central theme at the 14th Biennial Conference on Contrast-Enhanced Biomedical Imaging, held this week in Valencia, Spain. Concepts in nanotechnology for medical imaging used to focus on nanoparticles, but now it is moving from passive compounds to active compounds and nanodevices.
February 13, 2013
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Keep aware of pros and cons of digital chest tomosynthesis
By Philip Ward
Low-dose digital tomosynthesis of the thorax administers a similar radiation dose to plain radiography but is far more accurate, can be applied to most lung nodule evaluations, and is useful for follow-up of the size change of nodules or other lesions, according to new prize-winning research.
February 13, 2013
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IHE-Europe prepares to hold Connectathon in Istanbul
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
Integrating the Healthcare Enterprise (IHE)-Europe is hosting the IHE European Connectathon, a testing event for health IT systems across Europe and the Middle East, the organization said.
February 12, 2013
Meet Spain's 1st ECR president; radiation scandal update; cardiac MR keynote
By Philip Ward
February 12, 2013
SFR president: Lessons must be learned from radiation scandal
By Frances Rylands-Monk
As the shockwaves from the French radiation scandal continue to reverberate, a senior radiologist remains convinced that the medical profession can learn from the tragic episode that led to the deaths of 12 prostate cancer patients and the serious injury of hundreds, as well as the conviction of Dr. Joshua Anah and two of his colleagues.
February 12, 2013
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ESC warns of cardiovascular disease risk in Persian Gulf region
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) warns of a coming cardiovascular disease epidemic in the Persian Gulf region and will highlight preventive treatment at the forthcoming Saudi Heart Association conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
February 12, 2013
Molecular advances come under close scrutiny
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
The 14th Conference on Contrast Agents and Multimodal Cellular and Molecular Imaging begins in Valencia, Spain, today. Organized by the European Magnetic Resonance Forum and the Round Table Foundation, these biennial meetings are designed to promote scientific exchange and interaction among academic and industry researchers. The main organizer, Dr. Peter Rinck, PhD, speaks about the event.
February 12, 2013
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Exclusive: Interview with ECR's 1st Spanish president
By Philip Ward
Dr. José Ignacio Bilbao will become the first Spanish president of the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) next month. He cares deeply about training and education, and has some strong views about the future of interventional radiology. Outside of work, he has a passion for architecture and good food.
February 12, 2013
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Elekta promotes prostate brachytherapy treatment
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
Radiation oncology firm Elekta has revealed doctors at Northampton General Hospital, U.K., have used "monotherapy" high dose rate brachytherapy for the first time to treat a patient with prostate cancer.
February 11, 2013
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