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European survey identifies major gaps in QA for mammography

Quality assurance (QA) in mammography varies widely between countries and reporting settings and implementation remains patchy, particularly compared with screening, a survey carried out by the European Society of Breast Imaging has highlighted.

July 25, 2023

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Investigation begins into work of senior Vatican radiologist

Prof. Gianfranco Gualdi of the Pius XI private clinic is being investigated for his role in the diagnosis and treatment of a well-known journalist and screenwriter who died on 19 July, according to reports in the Italian media.

July 24, 2023

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Week in Review: Christiane Kuhl's latest MRI study | Diffusion MRI advances | The secrets of SuperAgers

July 20, 2023

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July 18, 2023

Novel diffusion MRI technique illuminates neurological disorders

Better characterization of disease progression gained through quantifying microstructure features with diffusion MRI can help lead to an earlier diagnosis, more timely access to treatment, and the development of targeted therapies for neurological and psychiatric disorders, according to award-winning Swiss researchers.

July 18, 2023

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Erik Ranschaert gears up to tackle Mount Kenya

Informatics and AI expert Prof. Erik Ranschaert, PhD, is preparing for one of his toughest assignments ever: to climb Africa’s second highest mountain. He will be part of the support team, working as the medical doctor on a charity expedition for which his wife, Annelies, is an organizer.

July 17, 2023

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Week in Review: AI and cybersecurity risks | What's mammography's value? | New prostate study from Paris

July 13, 2023

AI specialists strive to minimize cybersecurity risks

Radiology AI projects are complex and not risk-free, especially in terms of cybersecurity threats, Irish and U.S. experts have emphasized. To simplify the process, they have outlined how to improve security through better detection and preventative techniques.

July 12, 2023

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Irish team presents 8 years of data on value of mammography

Researchers from the Beaumont Hospital in Dublin have asserted that patients under the age of 45 who present to the symptomatic clinic with a normal breast exam should not undergo imaging, but the group recommends all women with a normal clinical exam should receive a risk assessment.

July 10, 2023

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Week in Review: Changing habits on shielding | U.K. controversy breaks out | MRI study of prenatal anxiety

July 6, 2023

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Do young athletes with low back pain need advanced imaging?

Many young athletes with low back pain don't need to undergo imaging beyond initial x-ray, according to survey results.

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Structured reporting, AI improve chest x-ray workflows

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Radiologist outrages public decency

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'Hub-and-spoke' model and telemedicine can boost stroke care

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Radiologist faces censure over prescribing habits

Lung cancer screening: How Croatia does it

By Maryam Payne

The Croatian lung cancer screening program, integrated into the national system and designed for equitable access, could serve as a model for other countries.

December 10, 2025

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AI comes under scrutiny in Swedish prostate MRI study

An AI system trained in a screening population has lower specificity than radiologists using PI-RADS v2, but considerable care is vital, researchers from Gothenburg reported in European Radiology on 8 December.

December 9, 2025

Example case from test set with biparametric MRI data, reference segmentation, and output from AI system. The primary MRI assessment resulted in a PI-RADS 5 lesion in the left dorsal part of the peripheral zone and a PI-RADS 4 lesion in the right dorsal part of the peripheral zone (PSA of 11.6 μg/L). Targeted biopsies from both areas showed ISUP-grade 3. All images are from the same slice location, showing a part of both lesions. A T2-weighted (T2W) image. B Diffusion-weighted image with a b-value of 1,500 s/mm2. (C) Apparent diffusion coefficient map. (D) Reference segmentation with white areas representing tumor. (E) Softmax output from AI system. Inset in the lower left corner shows the detection map (cropped around the prostate) with red voxels representing softmax values of 0.99 and yellow voxels representing softmax values of 0.59. (F) T2W image with reference (D) and detection map (inset in E) overlayed, green represents areas in which both the reference and the AI output are positive (true positive voxels for AI), red only positive in reference (false-negative voxels for AI) and blue only segmented by AI (false-positive voxels for AI).

Molecular imaging can trigger 'next revolution' in radiology

By Amerigo Allegretto

Molecular imaging will play a key role in precision medicine, and radiology will be at the forefront in ensuring the best patient outcomes, predicts RSNA President Dr. Umar Mahmood, PhD.

December 8, 2025

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Challenging inequity: ESR group spells out why it matters

By Maryam Payne

Radiology staff must recognize how inequities in imaging affect patients from minority groups, says the ESR subcommittee on equity, diversity, and inclusivity.

December 8, 2025

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PET/MRI detects ‘unknown’ generators of musculoskeletal pain

Potential pain generators were identified by increased F-18 FDG radiotracer uptake on PET and/or structural abnormalities on MRI.

December 5, 2025

Digital workflows, 3D models enhance preoperative planning

By Maryam Payne

Low-cost digital workflows using 3D printing and AI-assisted model-building can prove valuable for preoperative planning.

December 5, 2025

Postoperative 3D volume rendering of the fenestrated endograft reconstruction: 3D volume-rendered reconstruction obtained in Horos using the standard soft-tissue preset. The image displays the postoperative appearance of the fenestrated endograft and visceral stents, extending from the descending thoracic aorta to the iliac bifurcation, acquired during the follow-up CT angiogram one month after the procedure. The reconstruction shows patent visceral branches with well-perfused stents, absence of endoleak, and successful restoration of the previously disconnected left limb with adequate iliac perfusion.

Cryoablation treats early-stage breast cancer in older women

By Amerigo Allegretto

Cryoablation is effective in treating early-stage breast cancer in older women who do not undergo surgery, a team from Madrid reported at RSNA 2025.

December 4, 2025

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Stent procedure proves safe in pediatric liver transplant cases

Biodegradable stents appear safe and effective for treating narrowing of the bile ducts in children after liver transplants, Italian researchers noted at RSNA 2025.

December 4, 2025

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Radiology must persevere with sustainability efforts

By Kate Madden Yee

It's crucial to reduce medical imaging's energy use and waste to mitigate the effect of global warming, warns RSNA 2025 keynote speaker Dr. Geraldine McGinty.

December 3, 2025

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GE HealthCare features new MRI scanners, PCCT system

By Erik L. Ridley and Kate Madden Yee

Two new MRI scanners and a photon-counting CT (PCCT) system are among the RSNA 2025 highlights for GE HealthCare.

December 3, 2025

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Abdominal obesity linked to heart damage

Abdominal obesity appears to lead to a potentially pathological form of cardiac remodeling called concentric hypertrophy, German researchers have asserted.

December 2, 2025

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France gets set to shine at RSNA 2025

An abundance of Gallic charm and research excellence promise to light up McCormick Place in Chicago on Tuesday.

December 1, 2025

Patient with diffuse myocardial edema. Myocardial late gadolinium enhancement shows myocarditis caused by immune checkpoint inhibitors. Courtesy of Prof. Alexis Jacquier.

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