Medical Imaging

Physicians utilize medical imaging to see inside the body to diagnose and treat patients. This includes computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, angiography,  and the nuclear imaging modalities of PET and SPECT. 

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New imaging protocols proposed to curb rise of cardiovascular infections

Eleven medical societies have signed on to a consensus statement aimed at standardizing imaging for suspected cardiovascular infections.

March 12, 2024
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Ultrasound of stingray provides window into rare parthenogenetic pregnancy

Charlotte, a California stingray, marks the first of her species to have an asexual pregnancy in captivity.

March 12, 2024
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FDA votes in support of benefit-risk profile for Lumisight imaging agent

Use of Lumisight in conjunction with the Lumicell fluorescent imaging system was found to be safe and effectively guide breast cancer surgeries.

March 11, 2024
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Radiation treatment for breast cancer linked to high risk of developing subsequent skin cancer

The danger of developing the disease on or around the breast after radiation is 57% higher than the general population.

March 11, 2024
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PHOTO GALLERY: What does fetal medical imaging look like?

This is a clinical photo gallery of fetal imaging that explains what all can be seen on medical imaging, how sex is determined, how measurements are used to track the development of a baby.

March 11, 2024
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Researchers develop new method for early detection of Alzheimer’s

Higher levels of amyloid protein in the blood correlate with MRI images of the brain that are consistent with dementia.

March 8, 2024
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University developing AI-enhanced imaging system to aid domestic violence victims

George Mason University received an anonymous $4.85M donation to advance the project.

March 8, 2024
Gunman kills 4, including his former doctor, in Oklahoma hospital shooting.

Hospital system accused of inaction after ultrasound technologist allegedly assaults 6 women

Sacramento, California-based Sutter Health and tech Henry Nweke deny the allegations.

March 7, 2024
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Google teams with Bayer to address radiologist burnout via AI

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

Cardiovascular Business
Cardiology, radiology groups urge insurance provider to rethink imaging policy

SCAI and four other major healthcare organizations signed a joint letter in support of intravascular ultrasound. 

Cardiovascular Business
Radiology AI company gains FDA clearance for new CT offerings focused on PE, stroke

The newly approved AI models are designed to improve the detection of pulmonary embolisms and strokes in patients who undergo CT scans.

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