Erik L. Ridley

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Handheld devices show promise in emergency radiology

Handheld devices such as the iPod Touch may be suitable to review medical images in emergency radiology consultations, according to research published in the February issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology.

January 20, 2010

Experience counts when reading contrast ultrasound liver images

Radiologists with experience reading contrast-enhanced ultrasound images have the upper hand over neophytes in characterizing malignant liver tumors, according to research published in the January issue of the Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine.

January 18, 2010

Ultrasound elastography characterizes fibrosis severity

A Spanish research team has found that ultrasound elastography can reliably differentiate between rapid or slow fibrosis in liver transplant patients, paving the way for earlier identification of patients at risk of hepatitis C recurrence.

January 5, 2010

Chest x-ray CAD fails to boost observer performance

CHICAGO - Computer-aided detection (CAD) software may not produce significant improvement in detecting suspicious lesions on chest radiographs, but it's not necessarily the technology's fault, according to research presented Wednesday at the 2009 RSNA meeting in Chicago.

December 1, 2009

Contrast ultrasound may spot early signs of atherosclerosis

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) can allow for reliable quantification of the neovascularization of the carotid artery vasa vasorum, enabling early identification of a condition that can be a precursor to atherosclerosis, according to a presentation at this week's Advances in Contrast Ultrasound: ICUS Bubble Conference in Chicago.

October 19, 2009

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CAD fails to make up for inexperience in reading VC studies

Using computer-aided detection (CAD) software with a 3D display technique can increase sensitivity for inexperienced readers of virtual colonoscopy exams, but it fails to narrow the performance gap with experienced interpreters, according to a study published in the October issue of Clinical Radiology.

September 29, 2009

Ultrasound densitometry finds beer helps women keep strong bones

While wine has long been cited for its health benefits, beer hasn't enjoyed nearly the same positive reputation. But a study published in the October issue of Nutrition found that ultrasound bone-density values were higher for women who drink beer, besting both wine drinkers and teetotalers.

September 22, 2009

CAD enhances breast MRI specificity

Although breast MRI is highly sensitive for detecting breast cancer, the technique remains plagued by a relatively low level of specificity. But computer-aided detection (CAD) technology can help reduce false-positive findings, according to research published online this month in European Radiology.

September 16, 2009

CDs may come up short in long-term storage reliability

Legacy PACS users who still have CD media in their archives may find their disks are not as reliable as their vendors would have them believe, according to research from the University Medical Center Groningen in the Netherlands.

July 1, 2009

Contrast ultrasound beats CT, PET in Hodgkin's lymphoma staging

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound of the spleen proved better than both CT and PET for staging nodules in patients with Hodgkin's lymphoma, according to a study published by Italian researchers in the May edition of Radiology.

May 5, 2009

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Hybrid AI reading shows success in breast cancer screening

A Dutch team found that a hybrid reading strategy for screening mammography reduced radiologist workload by 38% without changing recall or cancer detection rates.

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Ultrasound plus MRI helps diagnose pain from rotator cuff tendinopathy

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Inquest reveals 20-week delay in performing 'urgent' MRI scan

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

New Zealand's Health and Disability Commissioner site has published details about a patient who experienced a delay in cancer diagnosis following an "unacceptable" delay in receiving an MRI scan.

November 6, 2023

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Guerbet to highlight MRI contrast agent gadopiclenol at RSNA

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Guerbet plans to highlight its gadopiclenol contrast agent (Elucirem) for MRI at the upcoming RSNA meeting.

November 5, 2023

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Cancer risk after false-positive mammography differs by patient

By Amerigo Allegretto

Breast cancer risk after a false-positive mammogram depends on individual patient characteristics and follow-up, researchers from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm have reported.

November 5, 2023

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EANM restructures and revises statutes

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM) has updated and revised its statutes to reflect the evolving needs of the association's membership.

November 5, 2023

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Jury sides with doctors in case of alleged negligence

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

A jury has decided in favor of two doctors -- one of whom is a radiologist -- who were charged in a medical negligence and wrongful death case, according to a local media report.

November 2, 2023

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Sirona to support SpaceX's Starlink Network

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Sirona Medical, a U.K.-based developer of cloud-native radiology workflow software, is highlighting its support for SpaceX's Starlink platform.

November 2, 2023

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Researchers receive grant to develop VR assessment system for TBI

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

A global research team has received a $1.5 million (1.4 million euros) grant to develop a virtual reality (VR) system to assess traumatic brain injury (TBI) for military purposes.

November 2, 2023

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Philips promotes development of maternal healthcare in Africa

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Philips Foundation is highlighting the success of its projects designed to improve access to maternal healthcare in sub-Saharan Africa, including obstetric ultrasound services.

November 2, 2023

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ChatGPT can help educate interventional radiology patients

ChatGPT is showing considerable promise for patient education in interventional radiology cases, according to a research group from Philipps University of Marburg in Germany.

October 29, 2023

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ESR seeks candidates for 2nd vice-president post

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The European Society of Radiology (ESR) is seeking candidates for the second vice-president position, with proposals being taken until 30 October. The successful candidate will need to commit up to 15 hours a week to the role and conduct a strategic review of the ESR's work.

September 24, 2023

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