Clinical Research

Dual-energy CT systems allow for significant reduction in contrast dose
DECT systems allow for a contrast dose reduction of up to 25% during computed tomography pulmonary angiography exams.
AI-powered FFR-CT software linked to considerable cost savings, accurate predictions
According to Heartflow, its AI offering saves health systems nearly $1,400 per patient thanks to reductions in unnecessary cardiovascular testing.
Copper-based PSMA radiotracer shines in clinical trial
The tracer's extended half-life of over three hours could make it a promising candidate for future prostate cancer diagnostics.
Is IVL safe for patients with diabetes?
New two-year data confirm that the IVL technology developed by Shockwave Medical can be used to treat diabetic patients who require PCI.
M-TEER still beneficial for high-risk patients with smaller mitral valve areas
Mitral valve surgery can be especially challenging when patients present with a small mitral valve area. When it comes to M-TEER, however, treatment still appears to be both safe and effective.

Brain enlargement may be linked to symptom severity in kids with autism spectrum disorder

Social and communication symptoms appear to be more severe in children who display brain overgrowth on MRI scans.

Treating atrial functional mitral regurgitation (AFMR) with surgery may be more beneficial than medical therapy alone, according to new data published in JAMA Network Open.[1]

Atrial functional mitral regurgitation: Surgery improves outcomes more than medical therapy alone

"These findings underscore the importance of understanding AFMR and its treatment options," one cardiologist said.

CT findings linked with pancreatic cancer

CT findings linked to heightened risk of pancreatic cancer recurrence

In 2023, the Society of Abdominal Radiology released its consensus statement regarding follow-up imaging of patients who have had their cancer surgically resected.

High vs. low oxygen levels during heart surgery: Is one strategy safer than the other?

Researchers tracked patients undergoing elective cardiac surgery at a high-volume medical center, treating 50% of the selected cohort with above-average oxygen levels.

No aspirin, no problem: FDA approves key update for Abbott heart pumps

Patients have typically been told to take aspirin and an oral anticoagulant following treatment to help combat the risk of blood clots. Now, they can skip the aspirin altogether.

New IR procedure for cubital tunnel syndrome

New IR procedure could be a viable alternative to surgery for cubital tunnel syndrome

The technique, which takes around 20 minutes to complete, uses ultrasound guidance to target and release Osborne's ligament with a specialized thread.

Loss of smell during COVID linked to structural, functional brain alterations

According to data shared by the CDC last year, around 34% of patients who contracted COVID between 2020 and 2023 reported losing their sense of smell.

How GPT-4 can improve radiology resident report feedback

With resources stretched thin at many facilities, this type of feedback can often be limited.

Clinical Research

Dual-energy CT systems allow for significant reduction in contrast dose

AI-powered FFR-CT software linked to considerable cost savings, accurate predictions

Copper-based PSMA radiotracer shines in clinical trial

Is IVL safe for patients with diabetes?

M-TEER still beneficial for high-risk patients with smaller mitral valve areas