Diagnostic Imaging

Radiologists use diagnostic imaging to non-invasively look inside the body to help determine the causes of an injury or an illness, and confirm a diagnosis. Providers use many imaging modalities to do so, including CT, MRI, X-ray, Ultrasound, PET and more.

Time taps tomosynthesis as top healthcare innovation of 2014

Time magazine compiled its list of last year’s remarkable healthcare innovations and achievements, and No. 1 was 3D mammography, or tomosynthesis.

January 21, 2015

Study validates non-contrast enhanced MRA for detecting renal artery stenosis

Outcomes of International Multi-Center Trial Sponsored by Toshiba Published in American Journal of Roentgenology

January 9, 2015

FDA approves Bayer’s Gadavist® (gadobutrol) injection as the first magnetic resonance contrast agent for pediatric patients less than 2 years of age

Expanded use of Gadavist is specific to detecting and visualizing areas with disrupted blood brain barrier and/or abnormal vascularity of the central nervous system in pediatric patients under the age of 2 yearsApproval based on data demonstrating the pharmacokinetic and safety profiles of Gadavist at standard dose (0.1 mmol/kg) were similar to adults and to children 2 years of age and olderU.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted priority review designation for Gadavist (gadobutrol) for this population

January 8, 2015

Witham Health Services installs Carestream’s Vue Cardio PACS for remote image access

Witham Health Services (Lebanon, Ind.) recently installed a CARESTREAM Vue Cardio PACS with a zero-footprint viewer that allows on-site or remote clinicians, cardiologists and referring physicians to access imaging data, reports and patient information. This viewer utilizes a native browser and supports smart phone and tablet mobile devices.  

December 18, 2014

Philips introduces MRI solution to enhance patient comfort and manage throughput

 Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) today announced the launch of Ingenia 1.5T S, a new MR system designed for "First Time Right" imaging and for faster workflow, while enhancing the patient's experience during magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations. The system joins Philips' global portfolio of diagnostic imaging solutions designed to enhance imaging quality and help providers manage workflow efficiency.

December 3, 2014

RSNA R&E Foundation launches Inspire-Innovate-Invest Campaign

As the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) celebrates 100 years as a community of innovators, leaders, researchers, educators and practitioners, the Research & Education (R&E) Foundation is launching a fundraising campaign to honor that milestone.

November 24, 2014

CT scan reveals Viking treasure

A 1,200-year-old Viking pot discovered in Scotland was able to hide its contents from archaeologists, until they got an assist from a hospital radiology department.

November 18, 2014
Lowering the cost of MRI

True cost of imaging becomes common knowledge

The variance in cost for medical procedures, including imaging, between providers around the country is becoming more widely known to the public, according to a recent story by NPR. And now, thanks to a law passed this month in Massachusetts, it's mandatory for insurance companies to make their prices public. 

November 6, 2014

Around the web

Automated AI-generated measurements combined with annotated CT images can improve treatment planning and help referring physicians and patients better understand their disease, explained Sarah Jane Rinehart, MD, director of cardiac imaging with Charleston Area Medical Center.

Two advanced algorithms—one for CAC scores and another for segmenting cardiac chamber volumes—outperformed radiologists when assessing low-dose chest CT scans. 

"Gen AI can help tackle repetitive tasks and provide insights into massive datasets, saving valuable time," Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud, said Tuesday. 

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