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MRI contrast: Unnecessary for follow-up in meningioma?

In the routine follow-up of patients with intracranial meningioma, unenhanced MRI scans are as effective in evaluating the disease as imaging with gadolinium contrast, according to a study from Turkey presented at ECR 2018 in Vienna.

April 4, 2018

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Novel PET agent could advance neurological imaging

Swiss and German researchers have obtained promising results with a novel PET imaging agent that could help guide and assess treatment for people with various neurological diseases. The preclinical study was published in the April issue of the Journal of Nuclear Medicine.

April 2, 2018

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Are EMF levels acceptable in mobile MRI units?

An analysis of mobile MRI scanners in the U.K. shows compliance with standards for safe electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure for full-time clinical staff, but training should be implemented to further reduce exposure during the working week and when imaging patients.

April 2, 2018

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PRECISION trial lauds MRI for prostate cancer detection

With its ability to accurately detect more malignant prostate cancer lesions than transrectal ultrasound-guided biopsy, multiparametric MRI can reduce the frequency of the invasive procedures by as much as 28%, according to a multicenter, international study presented last week.

March 25, 2018

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MRI can advance soft-tissue sarcoma evaluation

By targeting certain biomarkers, conventional MRI scans can help accurately classify soft-tissue sarcoma after core needle biopsy, according to a French study presented at ECR 2018 in Vienna.

March 22, 2018

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March 19, 2018

PET/MRI, PET/CT can add to initial breast cancer staging

Both PET/MRI and PET/CT perform admirably in the initial staging of breast cancer patients, but there are subtle nuances between the hybrid modalities of which clinicians should be aware, according to a Swiss study presented earlier this month at ECR 2018 in Vienna.

March 19, 2018

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Key PET factors help assess Hodgkin's lymphoma outcome

Certain quantitative PET parameters can help clinicians predict how well patients with Hodgkin's lymphoma will react to their treatment, according to preliminary results from a study conducted in the Ukraine and presented at ECR 2018 in Vienna.

March 18, 2018

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PET/MRI falls short in lymph node metastases analysis

While the combination of PET and MRI has shown promise for detecting and characterizing some forms of cancer, the hybrid modality does not match the accuracy of invasive sentinel lymph node biopsy in melanoma patients, according to a study presented at ECR 2018 in Vienna.

March 15, 2018

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ESNR survey taps into future of imaging for dementia

VIENNA - While there is considerable consensus on which modalities and protocols to use to diagnose dementia, few neuroradiologists feel comfortable using advanced imaging, structured reports, or visual rating scales, according to survey results from the European Society of Neuroradiology (ESNR) presented on Saturday at ECR 2018.

March 3, 2018

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Study: Keep aware of hydrophilic polymer embolization

Clinicians, vendors, and regulators must collaborate to prevent hydrophilic polymer embolization, an underdiagnosed complication of endovascular interventions, European researchers have asserted.

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The pros and cons of setting up a private practice

By Claudia Tschabuschnig

Insight from Vienna and New York highlighted the opportunities, risks, and potential downfalls of going it alone and establishing a private practice.

February 27, 2025

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Sustainability echoes throughout ECR 2025 opening ceremony

By Amerigo Allegretto

Speakers at Wednesday evening's ECR 2025 opening ceremony called on audience members to embrace better sustainability practices and collaboration.

February 27, 2025

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Mammographic image quality impacts performance of AI more than radiologists

By Amerigo Allegretto

Mammographic image quality affects AI performance more than radiologists, according to Dutch research presented on 27 February at ECR 2025.

February 27, 2025

Sarah Verboom presents her team's research at ECR 2025, showing that AI's performance is affected by mammographic image quality more than radiologists.

Video from ECR: Education for the young: What's the latest?

The COVID-19 pandemic hit radiology trainees hard, but the indications are now much more positive, and optimism has returned. We spoke with Dr. Saif Afat, chair of the ESR's Radiology Trainees Forum.

February 27, 2025

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Sealed MRI magnet, new CT scanner pace GEHC product launches at ECR 2025

By Erik L. Ridley

GE HealthCare unveiled a new sealed MRI magnet platform and a super-premium CT scanner this year at ECR 2025.

February 27, 2025

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Video from ECR: Andrea Rockall: Sustainability isn't just about being woke

Being sustainable in your clinical practice makes financial, ethical and environmental common sense, ECR 2025 President Prof. Andrea Rockall said in a video interview on day one of the congress.

February 27, 2025

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Radiotracers: A primer on safe handling

With the field of theranostics booming in nuclear medicine, it’s crucial that radiology staff are aware of how to safely handle imaging agents.

February 26, 2025

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Why is reporting neurovascular contact on MRI important?

While neurovascular compression syndromes may be best understood using certain MRI techniques, what to report of neurovascular contact on MRI in symptomatic patients has been in question.

February 26, 2025

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CT lung imaging features predict progression to pulmonary fibrosis

By Kate Madden Yee

Imaging and clinical features of interstitial lung abnormalities can predict progression to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

February 26, 2025

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Video from ECR: Photon-counting CT comes under scrutiny at ECR 2025

What's the impact of photon-counting CT on clinical workflow and post-processing? How is it used in postmortem imaging? We caught up with Prof. Anders Persson, PhD, in a video interview on day one of ECR 2025.

February 26, 2025

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AI Act: Now's the time for hospitals and vendors to step up

By Claudia Tschabuschnig

The AI Act is no longer just a proposal -- it's here, and healthcare providers must act. With strict regulations and high penalties looming, we explore what hospitals and vendors need to do before the 2026 deadline.

February 26, 2025

The AI Act is increasing transparency and eliminating regulatory 'hide and seek,' said Dr. Hugh Harvey. All pictures courtesy of Claudia Tschabuschnig.

Siemens emphasizes new software offering, stroke care

By Erik L. Ridley

At ECR 2025, Siemens Healthineers is featuring its mobile stroke unit offering and a new way for customers to access its imaging software.

February 26, 2025

Somatom On.site enables potential stroke patients to receive a head CT in an ambulance on the way to a hospital. Image courtesy of Siemens Healthineers.

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