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Software helps avoid unnecessary repeat imaging studies

April 24, 2018 -- Clinicians occasionally order unnecessary imaging studies simply because they're unaware their patients had recently received the exam. Spanish researchers have found, however, this problem can be reduced by software that alerts referring physicians. Discuss

Long-term deals and AI drive Q1 sales growth at Philips

April 23, 2018 -- More long-term managed service deals, along with increased activity in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector and a strong performance in ultrasound, have contributed to revenue growth at Philips during the first three months of 2018. Discuss

U.K. issues new advice on reporting standards

April 23, 2018 -- The U.K. Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) has updated its standards for any healthcare professional providing a report on an imaging investigation. The document defines best practice and emphasizes the importance of actionable reporting, according to RCR President Dr. Nicola Strickland. Discuss

Uterine model advances ultrasound technology

April 20, 2018 -- The lack of tools for quantitative analysis limits understanding of uterine contractions outside of pregnancy. In recent years, several ultrasound methods based on speckle tracking have gained attention for assessing these contractions, but the methods are still in the developmental phase. Discuss

Irish propose new coding system for CT colon exams

April 19, 2018 -- Following an audit of more than 1,800 CT scans of the colon for the assessment of diverticular disease, Irish researchers have proposed a new coding system that enables a better clinical decision to be made about the next step in patient management. Discuss

German newspapers and the gadolinium controversy

April 18, 2018 -- Not everything printed is true, but it may provide food for thought. This adage is particularly relevant when it comes to media coverage of the ongoing debate over the safety of gadolinium-based contrast agents, writes the Maverinck in his latest column. Discuss

Large U.K. study gets specific on breast ultrasound

April 17, 2018 -- Extended ipsilateral breast ultrasound can detect a significant number of extra cancers compared with the standard screening protocol alone, U.K. researchers of an extensive study have revealed. Less effect was demonstrated for complete contralateral breast ultrasound, they added. Discuss

Multiparametric MRI shines for suspected breast cancer

April 16, 2018 -- Dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI and diffusion-weighted imaging each have advantages and disadvantages for assessing suspicious breast lesions. The optimal approach is multiparametric MRI using both methods, according to a new study published online in Investigative Radiology. Discuss

Hyperechogenic breast lesions: Not so benign

April 13, 2018 -- Hyperechogenic breast lesions are rare and described as generally benign. That being the case, these lesions are often overlooked and a biopsy is not recommended. But is that wise? New research suggests it is not the ideal approach. Discuss

Report to blame 'overburdened' staff for fatal MRI scan

April 12, 2018 -- A preliminary report into the death of a man pulled into the bore of an MRI scanner at an Indian hospital will blame an "overburdened" staff at the Mumbai hospital for not following proper security and safety procedures at the time of the January accident. Discuss

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