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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Philips-Nvidia team-up strives to create a ‘self-driving MRI’ machine

The Amsterdam-based imaging giant is working with the AI powerhouse to create an AI-generated preview of MRI scans, before the acquisition even begins. 

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Bill Gates-backed nuclear medicine company investing $450M to build new radiopharma facility

TerraPower Isotopes is building a flagship factory in the Bellwether District of Philadelphia, which will eventually produce actinium-225. 

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FDA pushes back its review of new PET imaging agent from Lantheus

The Bedford, Massachusetts-based drugmaker announced the news on March 17, with the three-month delay pertaining to LNTH-2501. 

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Hospital opens new $3M interventional radiology suite, the first in its region

The hope is that the new service will open the door for patients to undergo treatment and diagnostic exams locally instead of having to travel long distances. 

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New real-world evidence supports the use of AI in lung cancer screening

Though the study of AI in lung cancer screening is not new, prior research has been retrospective in nature, making it challenging to determine the impact. 

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PSMA PET/CT imaging drastically reduces the need for prostate biopsies

Researchers recently presented early findings from the PRIMARY2 clinical trial at the European Association of Urology Congress in London. 

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Insurer and business lobbying interests kill supplemental breast imaging bill in 1 state

Earlier this year, Kansas lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 409, seeking to close insurance gaps for women who need follow-up scans after screening mammography. 

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Telix submits new brain imaging agent for FDA review following previous rejection

The Australia-based company has resubmitted its New Drug Application for Pixclara, an investigational PET product.