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CT, MRI look at different etiologies for myocardial fat

New studies appearing in Radiology online examine two different etiologies associated with myocardial fat deposits. Their presence on imaging studies, both in CT and MRI, can help radiologists evaluate the extent of disease and potential risks.

September 24, 2009

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VC researchers weigh 3 iodine tagging regimens

A laxative-and-tagging regimen consisting of iodinated contrast plus a sodium phosphate mixture showed the best cleansing results among three concoctions in preparing for virtual colonoscopy exams. But a two-day regimen of iodinated contrast and a mild laxative at mealtime was better accepted by patients, according to a new study from Italy.

September 20, 2009

Fuzzy 3D ultrasound CAD sharpens breast cancer sensitivity

A new breast ultrasound computer-aided detection (CAD) application uses a fuzzy 3D image processing scheme to deliver high sensitivity to improve the detection of early breast cancers.

September 2, 2009

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Advanced image processing stitches together CE images

An image processing technique forged in Japan could make wireless capsule endoscopy (CE) more useful by analyzing and cobbling together the somewhat unpredictable sequence of small intestine images generated by the tiny capsule endoscopy cameras.

August 30, 2009

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Most choose VC over colonoscopy, study shows

A new study from the Netherlands has found that most patients preferred reduced-prep virtual colonoscopy over conventional optical colonoscopy. Patients judged reduced-prep VC, both prep and procedure, as less burdensome, a fact the researchers hope could lead to greater compliance in colorectal cancer screening.

August 26, 2009

Brazilian team marries lung CAD with PACS

Nearly all computer-aided detection (CAD) systems in clinical use today have a major shortcoming: the need to transfer image data to a separate workstation to run CAD software, with CAD data remaining separate from the PACS images radiologists read in their normal workflow. Researchers from São Paulo may have the answer.

August 19, 2009

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Dual-source coronary CTA has advantages over 64-slice

Even in patients with well-controlled heart rates, dual-source coronary CT angiography (CTA) delivers significantly higher specificity and accuracy per coronary segment compared to 64-detector-row CTA, concludes a new study from Switzerland.

August 6, 2009

Lower-kilovoltage coronary CTA maintains image quality

In a study that included all but the heaviest cardiac imaging patients, European and Japanese researchers were able to cut radiation dose by 31% in coronary CT angiography (CTA) studies by reducing the kilovoltage from 120 kV to 100 kV, with no difference in image quality.

August 4, 2009

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Sophisticated electronic bowel cleansing boosts polyp detection

A new suite of investigational image-processing tools known as structure-analysis cleansing is improving the results of virtual colonoscopy scans performed after limited bowel preparation. The goal is to make virtual colonoscopy easier on patients and persuade them to get screened for colorectal cancer.

August 2, 2009

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Prospectively gated coronary CTA nearly equals normal-dose scans

Researchers in Italy report that low-dose prospectively gated coronary CT angiography (CTA) scans are nearly equivalent to retrospectively gated exams in diagnostic accuracy, while reducing radiation dose by up to 72%, according to an article published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

July 16, 2009

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Mirai shows promise for detecting interval breast cancers

The AI risk prediction model Mirai has shown promise for detecting interval breast cancers from screening mammograms, U.K. researchers have reported.

Sequences included in the study MRI protocol: (a) coronal TIRM (turbo inversion recovery magnitude) sequence, (b) coronal T1-weighted sequence, (c) axial FLAIR (fluid-attenuated inversion recovery) sequence (head only), (d) axial T2-weighted fast spin-echo sequence (HASTE), (e) axial diffusion-weighted imaging (b-value 900), (f) an axial ADC map, (g) axial T1-Dixon water-only images before contrast agent, and (h) after administration of contrast agent.

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EC recommendation pushes clinical audits of medical radiological practices

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The European Commission (EC) has adopted a recommendation that will drive regulations and clinical audits of medical radiological practices throughout member states.

April 19, 2024

Accuray opens training facility in Switzerland

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Accuray has opened a new training center in Genolier, Switzerland.

April 19, 2024

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Raigmore Hospital in Scotland selects RayCare

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Radiation therapy software developer RaySearch Laboratories said that its RayCare oncology information system will be deployed at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness, Scotland.

April 17, 2024

Bayer and Hologic collaborate on CEM

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Bayer and Hologic have entered a collaboration agreement to deliver a coordinated approach for contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM).

April 15, 2024

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Attention turns to appropriateness criteria

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The American College of Radiology (ACR) has released an update to its ACR Appropriateness Criteria, which includes six new and six revised topics.

April 12, 2024

Philips secures Dutch deal for image-guided therapy suite

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Philips has signed a technology agreement with the Franciscus Gasthuis and Vlietland Hospital in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, for a "future-proof" operating suite and intervention center.

April 11, 2024

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Radiologist pens article on Ramadan fasting

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

The Royal College of Radiologists has published a blog article by a radiologist that offers considerations on Ramadan fasting.

April 8, 2024

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AI shows promise in detecting interval breast cancers

By Amerigo Allegretto

AI can detect interval breast cancers that may often be overlooked.

April 2, 2024

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Isotopia's Isoprotrace secures authorization in the Netherlands

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Isotopia Molecular Imaging's Isoprotrace has received marketing authorization in the Netherlands.

March 28, 2024

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Ultrasound proves to be a valuable tool in pediatric lung imaging

By Amerigo Allegretto

An ECR presentation highlighted that ultrasound is a useful, dynamic tool for pediatric lung imaging

March 28, 2024

Jovan Lovrenski, MD, PhD, from the University of Novi Sad in Serbia explains the diverse use of lung ultrasound in pediatric imaging in an ECR 2024 presentation.

Brainomix touts e-Lung software clinical study results

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

U.K. AI software developer Brainomix highlighted a study that shows its e-Lung automated CT processing algorithm can stratify patients at risk of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

March 27, 2024

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Radiologist describes her methods of managing work despite disability

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

In a blog for the U.K. Royal College of Radiologists, Dr. Sophie West has described how she has managed a disability throughout her radiology career and outlined the need to end stigma against radiologists with disabilities.

March 26, 2024

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