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Whitney J. Palmer has been with Diagnostic Imaging since 2011, serving as the Senior Editor since November 2019. She has 20 years experience in healthcare and academic medicine reporting.
TBI Patient Outcomes Could Improve with Earlier MRI
Study shows conducting MRI scans earlier in patients with mild TBI could identify which patients are likely to have the worse outcomes and when more timely intervention is necessary.
JAMA Study an Insult to Breast Imagers, says ACR
The assertion that breast imaging facilities are ignoring national guidelines to initiate screening mammography earlier and, potentially, benefit financially is offensive, the College says.
Diagnostic Imaging's Weekly Scan: March 19, 2021
COVID-19 Machine Learning Models Not Ready for Clinical Use; CT Colonography Tops Colorectal Cancer Detection; Radiology's Environmental Impact; Plus, DBT in Academic and Community Settings
Imbio Captures FDA 510(k) Clearance for Cardiothoracic Imaging Algorithm
Algorithm is designed to automate heart ventricle measurements.
The COVID-19 Effect: Implications for Female Radiologist Publications
A year-long pandemic has not resulted in the feared decline of female-authored publications, but challenges still exist.
MRI for Better Fetal Abnormality Detection
Scans can more precisely define malformations that can be challenging for ultrasound.
The Risk to Radiologists from Monitoring Contrast Agent Administration
Allergic reactions to contrast agents are rare – having a radiologist on-hand to keep an eye on patients can raise the providers risk of being involved in a car accident.
Radiofrequency Ablation Offers Cancer Patients Pain Relief Within Three Days
Non-invasive treatment offers pain relief for more than a year – an improvement over radiation therapy.
Image-Based Machine Learning Models for COVID-19 Diagnosis Not Suitable for Clinical Use
Study finds hundreds of COVID-19 machine learning models are riddled with flaws, making them unreliable.
Brain MRI and EEG Can Help Diagnose COVID-19 Encephalopathy
Pairing these scans with biological and clinical data can help providers with diagnosis and potential treatment.
Radiologists Top Healthcare Salaries Globally
Of healthcare careers surveyed, radiologists are the highest paid worldwide, and the United States has the highest percentage of GDP spent on healthcare.
Most Breast Imaging Centers Are Not Following National Screening Guidance
Across the country, many breast imaging facilities are opting to provide screening mammography earlier and more often.
Diagnostic Imaging's A Look Ahead: March 15, 2021, to March 19, 2021
Here's what to expect this week on Diagnostic Imaging.
A First: COVID-19 Brain MRI and Lung CT Imaging Correlation Identified
This correlation can help providers pinpoint which patients will develop more neurological abnormalities, helping them plan interventions to improve outcomes.
CT Colonography Tops List for Non-Invasive Advanced Neoplasia Targeting
Compared with stool-based non-invasive screenings, CT colonography performs best for colorectal cancer screening and detection.
Polysaccharide-Core Contrast Agent as Gadolinium Alternative for Vascular MRI
Supramolecular Amorphous-like Iron Oxide could provide less toxic, more biocompatible high-resolution imaging.
4 Ways Radiology Can Reduce Its Climate Change Impact
Radiology’s contribution to climate change is larger than you might think, but that can be mitigated.
Diagnostic Imaging's Weekly Scan: March 12, 2021
USPSTF lung cancer screening recommendation update; Cancer screenings and COVID-19; and CT and unintentional weight loss.
Adding Deep Learning to Ultra-Low Dose CT Drastically Reduces Exposure for Emphysema Patients
Cumulative radiation dose exposure is a concern for this group.
Radiologists Lead the Pack in Lumbar Punctures
For nearly 15 years, the number of radiologists performing these procedures has continued to climb while other specialties are seeing a decrease.
MRI Shows No Difference in Alzheimer’s Biomarkers in Patients Treated for Hypertension
Patients receiving standard therapy and intensive therapy for high blood pressure revealed no significant biomarker differences for Alzheimer’s disease on brain images.
For Unintended Weight Loss, CT Provides Valuable Diagnosis
Scans are useful in identifying causes of nearly half of patients in the emergency department who have unintentional weight loss.
FDA Clears Siemens’ Biograph Vision Quadra
The PET/CT scanner allows simultaneous whole-body imaging from top of the head to thigh.
USPSTF Updates Recommendation for LDCT Lung Cancer Screening
Revised guidelines support low-dose CT screening for patients between ages 50 and 80 with 20-pack year smoking histories – a move that lowers the screening age and, potentially, incorporates more high-risk individuals.
Radiology Groups Push HHS to Reject Proposal for Permanent De-Regulation of AI Software
ACR, RSNA, and SIIM call on HHS and FDA official to dismiss a “midnight” proposal from the immediate-past HHS Secretary.
Diagnostic Imaging's A Look Ahead: March 8, 2021, to March 12, 2021
Radiation Dose Reduction Company Wins FDA Clearance
ControlRad, Inc., technology will now be available on Siemens’ interventional imaging systems.
Shear Wave Elastography Better than MRI, Surgeons at Detecting Residual Brain Tumor Tissue
Compared with three other methods, shear wave elastography providers greater sensitivity in pinpointing remaining malignant tissue after brain tumor removal.
Lunit Partners with Philips on Chest X-ray AI Solution
Lunit’s INSIGHT CXR software will be available on Philips’ X-ray solutions.
Medical Devices: What to Look for in Abdominal X-rays
Medical devices are showing up regularly in abdominal X-rays – knowing what to look for and when something might be wrong can help improve diagnosis.