Clinical Research

Abbreviated MRI could become standard of care for prostate cancer diagnosis
Biparametric prostate MRIs take significantly less time than multiparametric exams, as they do not include a contrast-enhanced sequence. This also makes the abbreviated exams more cost-friendly.
Iron load on imaging could signal impending cognitive decline in asymptomatic patients
Using an advanced MRI technique, experts were able to measure tissue susceptibility and detect subtle variances in iron levels throughout different regions of the brain associated with memory.
First study of its kind to focus on new therapy for hypoplastic left heart syndrome
The new trial represents a potential breakthrough in the treatment of one of the most devastating congenital heart defects.
Exploring the link between left ventricular diastolic function and AFib
Evaluating LVDF with echocardiography or AI-powered electrocardiography can help identify individuals at an increased risk of developing atrial fibrillation, according to new data presented at the ASE 36th Annual Scientific Sessions.
Report: More than 100 proposals submitted to HHS for MAHA autism studies
Reuters reported that 500 institutions are linked to the proposals. In total, $50 million is up for grabs as part of HHS’ Autism Data Science Initiative.

Medtronic enrolls first patient for head-to-head EVAR study

The randomized trial, expected to enroll at least 550 patients, will follow patients for a total of five years.

Subtraction boosts CCTA accuracy, even in the presence of extensive calcium

Researchers recently found results yielded via subtraction CCTA to be similar to those produced by ICA in assessing stenosis grading.

Simulations help 'accelerate the TEE learning curve' for cardiology trainees

Simulation-based training can help cardiology fellows improve their TTE abilities, even when instructors or equipment are in short supply.

Peter Libby, MD, a cardiovascular medicine specialist, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and Mallinckrodt Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, explains his research into COVID and how damages the endothelium on blood vessels. #AHA #AHA22 #SARSCoV2 #Coronavirus #COVID

VIDEO: Why does COVID-19 damage vascular beds?

Peter Libby, MD, a cardiovascular medicine specialist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, explains his research into COVID-19 and how it damages the endothelium of blood vessels.

Stroke patients with AFib face a higher mortality risk after thrombectomy

A comparative meta-analysis found similar procedural outcomes, but higher 90-day mortality—partially attributable to a higher rate of comorbidities.

5 avenues along which the 10-year-old Society of Abdominal Radiology is advancing

Did you know the SAR formed when the Society of Gastrointestinal Radiologists merged with the Society of Uroradiology?

Emerging imaging technologies boosted by COVID research

As the field of radiology research adapted to withstand the pandemic’s challenges, it morphed in some decidedly beneficial ways.

Why cardiologists should pay close attention to rehospitalizations after TAVR or SAVR

A new analysis in Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions examined rehospitalization rates after AVR, noting that they are consistently associated with worse outcomes and a higher risk of patient mortality.

Clinical Research

Abbreviated MRI could become standard of care for prostate cancer diagnosis

Iron load on imaging could signal impending cognitive decline in asymptomatic patients

First study of its kind to focus on new therapy for hypoplastic left heart syndrome

Exploring the link between left ventricular diastolic function and AFib

Report: More than 100 proposals submitted to HHS for MAHA autism studies