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BIR: AI will be most positive development in radiology

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in radiology is poised to be the most positive development in medical imaging throughout the coming decade, according to a report released on 6 November by the British Institute of Radiology (BIR).

November 5, 2019

RCR backs imaging networks -- but with a warning

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The U.K. Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) is voicing its support for an ambitious plan to create 18 radiology networks across England but insists that the proposal will not solve the shortage of imaging resources.

November 5, 2019

U.K. patient dies from allergic reaction to CT contrast

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

A 70-year-old man died in August at Royal Blackburn Hospital in the U.K. after having a severe anaphylactic reaction to a CT contrast agent, according to a report published online on 4 November in the Lancashire Telegraph.

November 5, 2019

EANM, ASNC release cardiac amyloidosis guidelines

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM) and the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC) have released a "Cardiac Amyloidosis Practice Points" document.

November 5, 2019

ESR, GE renew partnership for ECR 2020

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The European Society of Radiology (ESR) and GE Healthcare have renewed their partnership for ECR 2020 in Vienna on 11-15 March.

November 5, 2019

New details emerge of 2nd MRI accident in Sweden

By Philip Ward

Reports appeared in the Swedish press on Tuesday about a second MRI accident that occurred in the coastal town of Varberg in April. This follows the recent incident at Sunderby Hospital in Luleå, where forensic experts have now completed their site inspection.

November 5, 2019

Germany leads in new survey of burnout in radiology

By Brian Casey

Burnout has reached "crisis levels" in Germany among radiographers and imaging directors, according to a new survey of job satisfaction in four developed countries. In fact, 97% of respondents from Germany reported either "moderate" or "high" burnout levels -- a much higher rate than in other nations.

November 5, 2019

Interventional radiology: How many to make a team?

By Philip Ward

How many qualified interventional radiologists does a hospital really need on its payroll to deliver a comprehensive service for patients? In a new 22-page document, the U.K. Royal College of Radiologists has provided some much-needed answers.

November 3, 2019

Affidea expands in Hungary

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Diagnostic imaging, outpatient, and cancer care services provider Affidea has acquired Medical Service Budapest, an outpatient healthcare firm in Hungary.

October 31, 2019

ICSCNM updates molecular radiotherapy guidance

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The Intercollegiate Standing Committee on Nuclear Medicine (ICSCNM) has released the second edition of its guidance for clinicians on molecular radiotherapy.

October 29, 2019

RCR finds radioisotope import plan 'reassuring'

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The U.K. Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) said the Department of Health and Social Care has confirmed that as of 21 October, all imported radioisotopes destined for U.K. hospitals should be entering the U.K. by air.

October 29, 2019

6 tips on how to excel at MDT meetings

By Dr. Giles Maskell

There's a relentless increase in time taken up with multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, but what can you do to get your voice heard, collaborate more effectively, and ensure a positive outcome? Dr. Giles Maskell, a former president of the U.K. Royal College of Radiologists, shares his experiences.

October 29, 2019

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