The Changing Landscape of Interventional Neuroradiology
Interventional radiologists are uniquely positioned to practice stroke intervention.
PET-Enhanced MRI is “Best Available Test” to Guide Recurrent Prostate Cancer Treatment
Adding the 18F radiotracer to MRI scans provides more detail, leading to better treatment planning and better disease-free survival rates in men with recurrent prostate cancer.
FDA Clears Siemens Healthineers Intelligent Radiography System
Ceiling-mounted system offers intelligent interface to guide technologists through exam.
New Tool Used with MRI Better Detects White Matter Lesions
A tool that objectively measures the volume of white matter lesions can accurately pinpoint evidence of early dementia.
Ultrasound Reveals Cardiac Injury Caused By COVID-19
The modality is the only one that can be safely conducted at the bedside with patients on a ventilator.
Behind the 8-Ball
When a self-imposed expectation of productivity is a driving force.
Medical Device Legislation Should Be Re-Authorized, But Without User Fee Changes
Re-authorize MDUFA without raising user fees to fund unrelated programs.
Diagnostic Imaging's A Look Ahead: Oct. 26, 2020, to Nov. 1, 2020
Here's what to expect this week on Diagnostic Imaging.
Younger Indian and Pakistani Women Diagnosed with Aggressive Breast Cancer
More culturally relevant screening strategies could improve preventive healthcare in these groups.
In a Choice Between AI and a Radiology Extender, Choose AI
Industry experts advocate for radiologists to opt for relying on artificial intelligence – rather than non-physician providers – for help with workflow and cost reduction.
Global MRI Initiative Looks to Improve Brain Injury Treatment
Worldwide effort will amass large datasets from institutions that can be used to identify long-term traumatic brain injury and augment therapies.
Radiation Oncology Payment Model Start Date Delayed
CMS pushes launch from January 2021 to July 2021.
Diagnostic Imaging's Weekly Scan: Oct. 23, 2020
Ultrasound as the New Stethoscope; Pre-Operative MRI and Dense Breasts; Spectral CT and COVID-19; Corporatization in Radiology
Don’t Stop with Disinfecting Surfaces – Clean the Air to Decrease COVID-19
Researchers from China recommend disinfecting the air, alongside, sanitizing surfaces, to reduce exposures and transmission.
MRI Is Safe for Pacemaker Patients, Opening the Door for Needed Exams
Study shows MRI exams can be safely performed with no adverse events in patients who have non-MR conditional devices, making the exams available for patients who frequently needs these studies the most.
UK Study: Benefits of Breast Cancer Screening Begins at 40
Screening mammography begins to reduce breast cancer mortality at an age earlier than when most women begin screening.
Spectral CT Makes Detecting Early-Stage COVID-19 Easier
Spectral CT provides greater detail about the extent of ground-glass opacities than conventional CT scans.
Lack of Medicare Coverage Limits CT Colongraphy Use in Minority Patients
African American, as well as other racial and ethnic minority, patients likely have lower levels of CTC screening due to out-of-pocket costs.
Industry-First Prostate AI Cleared by FDA
Algorithm cleared to help radiologists analyze and segment prostate MRI.
Pre-Operative MRI Catches More Cancers in Women with Dense Breasts
MRI catches more malignant lesions in women with dense breasts who undergo digital breast tomosynthesis than those who have digital mammography alone.
