Cardiac Imaging

While cardiac ultrasound is the widely used imaging modality for heart assessments, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and nuclear imaging are also used and are often complimentary, each offering specific details about the heart other modalities cannot. For this reason the clinical question being asked often determines the imaging test that will be used.

FDA clears AI-powered cardiac imaging platform
The Tempus Pixel platform was designed to assist clinicians with the evaluation of cardiac MR images.
Key trends in nuclear cardiology take center stage at ASNC 2025
Wael Jaber, MD, chair of the 2025 American Society of Nuclear Cardiology annual meeting, shared some key takeaways from the conference. “This is no longer just about imaging for coronary disease," he explained. "Nuclear cardiology now helps guide therapy across a wide range of conditions."
Open-source AI model delivers accurate echocardiography assessments
The algorithm, trained on more than 150,000 TTE studies, can calculate 18 different measurements regularly used in echocardiography
ASNC calls on members to fight 57% Medicare cut for cardiac amyloid imaging
Jamieson M. Bourque, MD, MHS, president-elect of the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, shared the group's concerns with Cardiovascular Business. “This is going to have a highly negative impact," he said.
Cardiologist Carlos Collet takes new leadership role with CRF
Collet, known globally for his dedication to innovation, is the organization's new director of cardiovascular imaging, physiology and translational therapeutics.

Imaging advocates offer guidance after reported spate of SPECT/CT payment denials

The Society of Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging said it’s received “many complaints” from the field pertaining to various commercial payers.

Yes, Apple’s iPhone can interfere with implantable cardiac devices—here’s what you should know

This issue “has the potential to inhibit lifesaving therapies,” according to a new analysis in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

Raman imaging spots deadly aortic aneurysms: It may save 'a great many lives’

The technique can pinpoint minor changes indicating the development of pre-aneurysmal lesions, researchers explained in Cell Reports Medicine.

Cardiac MRI a ‘powerful’ tool for assessing, predicting pulmonary arterial hypertension

The new meta-analysis, published in JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging, included data from 22 different studies.

Significant MR after TAVR linked to higher mortality rates—but staged interventions may help

Percutaneous edge-to-edge mitral valve repair was associated with improved outcomes among TAVR patients with persistent mitral regurgitation.

TEER associated with an added benefit for SMR patients in earlier stages of heart failure

Low levels of residual mitral regurgitation after TEER can make a big impact on patient outcomes, researchers explained in a new analysis.

No practice changes needed after ultrasound-related FDA safety warning, imaging experts say

Such injectable agents have been administered routinely for years to detect heart disease, assess risk, and identify tumors throughout the abdomen.

‘Good news’: Mild COVID-19 doesn’t appear linked to long-term heart damage

That's according to cardiac MRI data and blood samples taken from front-line healthcare workers, shared recently in JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging.

Cardiac Imaging

FDA clears AI-powered cardiac imaging platform

Key trends in nuclear cardiology take center stage at ASNC 2025

Open-source AI model delivers accurate echocardiography assessments

ASNC calls on members to fight 57% Medicare cut for cardiac amyloid imaging

Cardiologist Carlos Collet takes new leadership role with CRF