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Report: Staffing crisis faces U.K. breast screening

A new report is predicting a crisis in staffing for breast cancer screening services in the U.K. In a study released on 21 April, researchers describe the country's breast screening program as already understaffed and facing worsening personnel problems in the coming years.

April 21, 2016

Cardiac cath radiation exacts toll on health personnel

Radiation from cardiac catheterization procedures is taking a heavy toll on cath lab personnel, according to a new study published April 12 in Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions. Italian researchers found higher rates of orthopedic problems, cataracts, skin lesions, and even anxiety and depression in cath lab workers.

April 13, 2016

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GE's ECR launches include mammography, CT systems

VIENNA - A new digital mammography system, a new CT scanner in its Revolution line, and new cardiac MRI software are among the product highlights for GE Healthcare at this week's ECR 2016 meeting.

March 4, 2016

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Philips highlights data analytics at ECR 2016

VIENNA - Philips Healthcare is highlighting its expanding prowess in data analytics at ECR 2016 this week, as well as additional upgrades and enhancements across its product portfolio.

March 3, 2016

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New angio x-ray unit paces Toshiba's ECR 2016 product launches

VIENNA - Toshiba Medical Systems is taking advantage of this week's ECR 2016 to launch Infinix-i Rite Edition, a new interventional x-ray system that features a dual C-arm design for faster and more efficient operation and high-speed 3D studies.

March 3, 2016

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CT drives new Siemens product launch at ECR 2016

VIENNA - A new high-end offering in its dual-source CT product line -- called Somatom Drive -- is the focus of Siemens Healthcare at this week's ECR 2016 meeting.

March 2, 2016

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Mobile stroke units, spectral CT take spots on ECRI watch list

New up-and-coming healthcare offerings that make use of CT -- mobile stroke units and spectral CT -- occupied two spots on a list of new healthcare trends to watch in 2016, published by healthcare consultancy ECRI Institute.

January 21, 2016

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Guerbet sees Mallinckrodt deal as key to growth

Contrast agent manufacturer Guerbet this week closed its acquisition of the contrast division of Mallinckrodt. The move vaults Guerbet into position as a major player in the U.S. contrast market and is a key stepping stone in the French company's plan for growth.

November 26, 2015

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Tomo-CAD combo targets lung cancer screening

What if you had a lung cancer screening modality that was better than x-ray and nearly as good as CT, but with less radiation and expense? Researchers from Hungary are investigating the idea with a digital tomosynthesis system that they assembled themselves, along with homegrown computer-aided detection (CAD) software.

November 24, 2015

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IMS targets tomo biopsy with launch of Giotto Class

Italian women's imaging vendor Internazional Medica Scientifica (IMS) has released a new flagship mammography system, called Giotto Class. The new system supports digital breast tomosynthesis and has begun shipping.

September 15, 2015

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Dutch study proposes method for developing pediatric DRLs

Pediatric diagnostic reference levels (DRLs) can be more effectively established for fluoroscopic procedures using a dose-age curve method, say researchers.

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Spanish group spells out pros and cons of CEM

Contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM) has become a second-line tool in the diagnostic and therapeutic process and is a reliable alternative to MRI for preoperative breast cancer evaluation.

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Dutch team reveals growing acceptance of DBT

By Maryam Payne

Increasing numbers of patients and staff are finding digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) to be an acceptable screening technique, researchers from Nijmegen have found.

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PET scans identify people at early risk for cognitive decline

Amyloid PET scans in people with early signs of Alzheimer’s can identify those at higher risk of progressing to cognitive decline.

May 6, 2025

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Lung POCUS can boost dyspnea diagnosis in emergency setting

By Amerigo Allegretto

Point-of-care lung ultrasound may be useful in the emergency department for diagnosing dyspnea, researchers say.

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RCR survey identifies lack of knowledge of AI use

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Less than half of the British public is aware of AI being used in healthcare, according to a survey by the U.K. Royal College of Radiologists (RCR).

May 5, 2025

Study: Screening programs must map immigration demographics

By Maryam Payne

The main immigrant groups served by screening programs should be mapped to increase attendance and address potential inequities in healthcare delivery, according to research from Norway.

May 5, 2025

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German-led team releases findings on Pluvicto therapy

New evidence supports using SPECT/CT scans along with serum PSA levels to evaluate early patient responses to Pluvicto treatment.

May 2, 2025

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Lung MRI comes of age in children

Pediatric lung MRI holds great potential as a radiation-free alternative to CT, offering superior soft-tissue contrast and functional imaging capabilities, according to award-winning research.

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Deep learning provides diagnostic boost for knee MRI

By Kate Madden Yee

A new, fast deep learning-based MRI technique shows excellent performance for diagnosing knee injuries, researchers have reported.

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Study: LLM software can help improve CT referrals

By Maryam Payne

Human experts outperformed large language model (LLM) decision support software for CT scan referrals, but adopting the tool may still enhance clinical practice, researchers have found.

April 29, 2025

Coroner voices deep concerns over radiology services

A coroner’s report has indicated that an insufficient number of radiologists in England contributed to the death of a 17-year-old amateur boxer at Peterborough City Hospital.

April 29, 2025

The 612-bed Peterborough City Hospital, located about 70 miles north of London, is managed by North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust.

Displaced Ukrainians at higher risk of advanced breast cancers

By Amerigo Allegretto

Displaced Ukrainian women have double the odds of having advanced-stage breast cancer compared with Polish citizens.

April 28, 2025

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