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.

Cerveau Technologies signs research agreement with University of Pittsburgh for investigational PET agent

Cerveau Technologies Inc. today announced an agreement with the University of Pittsburgh to support multiple projects over the next several years. These research projects are for studies of an early stage imaging agent ([18F]MK-6240) to be used in Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scans for assessing the status and progression of neurofibrillary tangles (NFTs) in the brain. NFTs made up of aggregated tau protein are a hallmark of several neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease.

January 19, 2018

Boston U: Repeated impacts, not concussion, cause CTE

Researchers from the Boston University School of Medicine have found evidence of CTE in young athletes’ brains without signs of concussion, indicating the condition is directly tied to head impacts—but not necessarily concussive hits.

January 18, 2018

Experts suggest 3D over 2D mammograms

Imaging centers across the country are adding three-dimensional (3D) mammography to the traditional 2D offering for its proven ability to better detect cancers. But, what’s less understood is its accuracy in detecting more advanced forms of cancer.

January 16, 2018

5 things to know about imaging’s fight against Alzheimer’s

By 2030, an estimated 65.7 million people are predicted to be affected by Alzheimer’s disease (AD), a 30 million person jump from today’s total. But, there’s increasing evidence that biomarkers coupled with the correct imaging technique may provide crucial insights into the disease.

January 16, 2018

3D doppler ultrasound can better determine fetal growth restriction than 2D version

A new study published in the January issue of the Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine has shown that a 3D Doppler ultrasound can more accurately determine altered fetal growth restriction (FGR) in fetuses vulnerable to developing abnormal cerebral vascular flow patterns than a standard 2D Doppler ultrasound.  

January 15, 2018

Pediatric body CT exams increasing according to ACR study

According to a new analysis of data from the American College of Radiology (ACR) CT Dose Index Registry (DIR), pediatric body CT scans in the U.S. are becoming increasingly more popular among older children.  

January 12, 2018

Post-op CT more accurately detects screw penetration in arm fractures

Postoperative CT, most notably 3D CT scans, are the preferred imaging technique in evaluating intra-articular screw penetration of proximal humerus fractures, according to a study published in Academic Radiology.

January 11, 2018

2 steps to stop stroke: CT, blood test can predict recurrence

Stroke recurrence is a threat combatted with drug therapy and predictive testing. Researchers have combined CT imaging and genetic blood testing to identify individuals at risk for intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH).

January 11, 2018

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

"I see, at least for the next decade, this being a SPECT and PET world, not one or the other," explained Tim Bateman, MD.

The FDA-approved technology developed by HeartFlow can predict a patient's long-term risk of target vessel failure as well as more invasive treatments performed inside a cath lab. 

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