Kate Madden Yee

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Conebeam CT more comfortable than mammography

The majority of women find conebeam CT (CBCT) a more comfortable option for breast cancer screening than mammography, largely because CBCT does not involve compression, according to a study published online on 16 September in the European Journal of Radiology.

September 26, 2019

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Shear-wave elastography tracks effects of knee surgery

German researchers have found that shear-wave elastography can help clinicians track the long-term effects of total knee arthroplasty, according to a study published online on 14 September in Academic Radiology.

September 26, 2019

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MRI helps predict outcomes of endometriosis surgery

In a new study, Belgian researchers found that MRI can predict the severity of endometriosis in women referred for surgery when it is used as a complement to transvaginal ultrasound. Results were published online on 10 September in Ultrasound in Obstetrics & Gynecology.

September 11, 2019

U.K. public still trusts NHS, despite mammo screening glitch

The U.K. public still trusts the breast screening program run by the National Health Service (NHS), despite the recent debacle in which thousands of women were thought to have missed their final invitation to screening, according to a study published on 6 September in BMJ Open.

September 10, 2019

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What influences physicians' cancer screening advice?

Norwegian researchers have found that an array of factors can influence physicians' behavior when it comes to recommending cancer screening to patients, according to a study published online on 30 August in BMJ Open.

September 9, 2019

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Swedish team finds DBT & mammo detect same tumor subtypes

Swedish researchers have found digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) and digital mammography seem to detect cancers of a similar biologic profile. Their findings were published online on 3 September by Radiology.

September 4, 2019

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September 3, 2019

Ultrasound proves value for identifying early RA

French researchers have found that ultrasound can detect more joint erosion in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients than radiography, according to a study published in the September issue of the European Journal of Radiology.

September 3, 2019

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Is DBT cheaper than digital mammography?

Scandinavian researchers have conducted a large cost-effectiveness study comparing digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) with digital mammography. They published their findings online on 9 August in the European Journal of Health Economics.

August 19, 2019

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Norwegians shine new light on DBT's vast potential

Researchers from Oslo have provided fresh evidence that adding digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) to digital mammography in screening yields more cancers in most breast density and patient age groups. They unveiled their results on 13 August in Radiology.

August 19, 2019

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Opportunistic use of chest x-rays can help screen for osteoporosis

Chest x-rays obtained for other indications can be used to identify patients with signs of bone demineralization.

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AI predicts coronary artery calcium scores from chest x-rays

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Norway shows the way on addressing overuse of medical imaging

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Strategic plan for radiology leads to strong protests in France

Artificial stone workers at risk of silicosis

By Amerigo Allegretto

CT shows that workers who make fashionable quartz worktops for kitchens are at risk of developing lung disease silicosis, an RSNA study has found. This is a new and emerging epidemic, an expert said.

December 3, 2024

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Most women support use of AI in breast screening

By Amerigo Allegretto

Around 90% of women feel positive about AI's use in breast cancer screening, Italian researchers have reported at RSNA 2024.

December 2, 2024

Dr. Ottavia Battaglia a radiology resident at the Istituto Europeo di Oncologia (IEO) in Milan, Italy, discussed her team's findings at RSNA 2024, showing that the majority of women are optimistic about AI's use in breast cancer screening.

Siemens broadens photon-counting CT portfolio

By Erik L. Ridley

Siemens has introduced a new dual-source scanner and a single-source system as part of its Naeotom Alpha range of photon-counting systems.

December 2, 2024

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Symphony of radiology: RSNA unveils art winners

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The prize winners of the RSNA 2024 Art Contest are being displayed at the Learning Center at McCormick Place, Chicago, during the meeting.

December 2, 2024

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What can we do to increase global access to imaging?

By Dr. Josh Sokol

Outreach and philanthropy will be central themes at RSNA 2024. Ahead of the congress, teleradiologist Dr. Josh Sokol explains why the radiology community must work together to improve access to imaging.

November 29, 2024

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MRI links long-COVID brain fog to lung function

MRI shows lower pulmonary gas exchange in the lungs of long-COVID patients may be associated with cognitive symptoms, according to a study to be presented at RSNA 2024.

November 28, 2024

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McCoubrie: An epidemic of burnout has hit radiology

By Dr. Paul McCoubrie

Today’s radiologist has to shift work at an eye-watering rate, Dr. Paul McCoubrie writes. The ever growing workload is ripping the heart out of the specialty, he says.

November 27, 2024

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Siemens targets 3.3B patient touchpoints by 2030

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

In the fourth edition of its annual sustainability report, Siemens Healthineers has emphasized the need to address patient care and pressing global crises.

November 26, 2024

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Inquest into neonatal death highlights ultrasound errors

A radiologist and a sonographer failed to diagnose critical conditions in two pregnant women, including a twin baby who died three days after birth, a report has revealed.

November 26, 2024

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Does AI contribute to burnout for radiologists?

Frequent AI use is associated with an increased risk of radiologist burnout, particularly among those with heavy workloads and low AI acceptance.

November 26, 2024

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Functional MRI shows what motivates e-cigarette use

By Kate Madden Yee

Functional MRI indicates that e-cigarette users perceive the product as equally rewarding as money -- a finding that highlights the addictive potential of vaping.

November 25, 2024

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CT-defined CAC predicts cardiac events in lung cancer

By Kate Madden Yee

CT-defined coronary artery calcification (CAC) scores can help predict cardiovascular conditions in lung cancer patients, a German study has found.

November 25, 2024

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