Frances Rylands-Monk

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Norwegians take the treadmill test at work

Determined to boost their energy levels at work, Norwegian radiologists have installed two treadmills and other exercise equipment in a dedicated reading room. Other Europeans also are jumping on the fitness bandwagon.

November 11, 2014

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German study lends support to rethink on chest pain

New analysis from Germany supports a dramatic change in the management of patients with ongoing chest pain and psychological problems after angiographic exclusion of heart disease. Its results call into question repeat or further investigative procedures.

November 3, 2014

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JFR: New survey reveals wide discrepancies in teleradiology

A survey presented on 18 October at the Journées Françaises de Radiologie (JFR) reveals massive gaps between trainees' desire for involvement in teleradiology and knowledge of the legal and ethical requirements. Lead author Dr. Nadya Pyatigorskaya calls for better training.

October 16, 2014

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New condensed JFR format faces acid test

The French national congress of radiology, JFR 2014, begins in Paris on Friday and will take place over only four days, instead of the usual five. Emergency diagnostic and interventional imaging are the central themes of the congress.

October 12, 2014

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Radiographers' fury grows as strike looms large in U.K.

The result of a ballot on industrial action sent to all members of the U.K. radiographer society working in the National Health Service is expected by Friday. The outcome will determine what action to take over the three-year pay freeze announced in May, and officials don't seem in the mood for compromise.

September 30, 2014

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Getting the most out of social media

Social media represents a game-changing tool for improving patient care, supporting education, and enhancing visibility, but imaging professionals must be aware of the potential pitfalls and be trained in how to use it both effectively and safely.

September 16, 2014

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Mammo skeptics make new bid to stop U.K. breast screening trial

A U.K. clinical trial examining whether mammography screening should be offered to a broader range of women must be halted due to ethical and medical concerns, according to a letter published in BMJ by a group of longtime opponents to breast screening. But not everyone agrees.

September 15, 2014

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Global recruitment drive brings success in Gulf States

The Arab states of the Persian Gulf continue to seek and attract high numbers of expatriate radiologists to join their advanced and well-paid healthcare sector. However, radiology in the Arab Gulf has more to offer than just financial reward and a comfortable lifestyle, as many interventional radiologists are discovering.

September 7, 2014

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Europeans balance pros and cons of relocating to Middle East

Lucrative financial packages in the Gulf States, along with the prospect of a high-quality lifestyle, continue to attract radiologists to the Middle East, but there are trade-offs to be aware of when working in the region. Radiologists from Austria and Italy share their experiences and know-how.

September 2, 2014

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ICR 2014 organizers use new tactics to lure 5K delegates

For the first time in its almost 90-year history, the International Congress of Radiology (ICR) will benefit from a fully integrated scientific program with global participation in every session, according to the event organizers. An estimated 5,000 delegates are expected at ICR 2014, to be held in Dubai in September.

August 5, 2014

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Marion Smits joins Cambridge team

Prof. Marion Smits speaks about her new U.K. post at Cambridge University with Prof. Ferdia Gallagher’s group and looks ahead to ECR 2026.

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Mammography screening improves survival for late-stage cancers

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Using GPT‑4o with CT exams helps diagnose ovarian cancer earlier

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What can we learn from astronauts' use of ultrasound?

By Amerigo Allegretto

Ultrasound is really pushing the boundaries of space medicine, say experts. A congress session has cast new light on the subject.

April 1, 2025

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Radiologists hit the sauna in Norway

The emphasis on promoting radiologists’ wellbeing and avoiding burnout reached new heights last week, when attendees at an international seminar engaged in the ritual of an Aufguss and ice bathing.

March 31, 2025

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AI speeds up fetal ultrasound scan times

By Amerigo Allegretto

U.K. researchers are convinced AI can help sonographers find fetal abnormalities faster and with high accuracy.

March 31, 2025

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Germans propose novel method for diagnosing Alzheimer’s

Researchers in Cologne have put forward a fresh approach derived from brain PET imaging for diagnosing and staging Alzheimer’s disease.

March 31, 2025

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Nociceptive responses to contrast CT aren't necessarily pathology

By Kate Madden Yee

Nociceptive responses to contrast CT such as intense warmth, urinary urgency, a metallic taste, dry mouth, and mild discomfort or pain aren't necessarily indicators of adverse contrast reactions.

March 28, 2025

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Contrast-enhanced ultrasound excels in scrotal imaging

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound adds a critical dimension to the evaluation of scrotal diseases, award-winning researchers from a top London university hospital have reported.

March 27, 2025

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Team Dublin tackles ultrasound workflow issues

By Maryam Payne

A quality improvement initiative has highlighted problems in the ultrasound procedural room at Dublin's Mater Hospital.

March 27, 2025

Survey casts light on what referrers think of radiology reports

By Maryam Payne

Referring doctors in Germany have voiced their opinions on the quality and usefulness of radiology reports, as well as their preferences.

March 26, 2025

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Radiology societies demand retraction of 'flawed' interventional guideline

The American College of Radiology and 33 other societies have urged the BMJ to retract guidelines on injections for back and neck pain.

March 25, 2025

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MRI identifies parts of the brain that remember words

By Kate Madden Yee

MRI has identified parts of the brain needed to remember words -- and how those parts may be affected by epilepsy.

March 25, 2025

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Radiology errors lead to scan delays and avoidable deaths

By Maryam Payne

Mistakes by radiologists have contributed to delays in diagnosis and treatment and avoidable patient deaths in at least 45 cases since 2021, a U.K. health watchdog has reported.

March 24, 2025

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@TheFrenchRadiologist shows the way on social media

By Claudia Tschabuschnig

Dr. Sophie-Hélène Zaimi, known on social media as @TheFrenchRadiologist, has over 143,000 followers on Instagram. She explains what it takes to build up such a large following.

March 24, 2025

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