Computed Tomography

Computed tomography (CT) is a fast and accurate imaging modality often used in emergency settings and trauma imaging. CT scans, with or without (or both) iodinated contrast are frequently used to image the brain, chest, abdomen and pelvis, but also have post-imaging reconstructive capabilities for detailed orthopedic imaging. It is now a standard imaging modality in emergency rooms to quickly assess patients. CT uses a series of X-ray images shot as the gantry rotates around the patient. Computer technology assembles these into into a dataset volume than can be slices on any access, or advanced visualization software can extract specific parts of the anatomy for study. Find more content specific to cardiac CT.

The impact of Trump tariffs on iodine contrast media costs

GE HealthCare said the price of iodine contrast increased by more than 200% between 2017 to 2023. Will new Chinese tariffs drive costs even higher?

Radiologist gives his cat a CT scan.

Radiologist under investigation for sneaking cat in for CT scan

In a letter to the hospital, the doctor stated the cat was “between life and death” and that he knew "only timely intervention could save her.” 

COVID may cause 'rapid progression' of coronary plaques, imaging study suggests

These elevated risks extend well beyond the initial infection period, researchers caution.

AI-based 3D CTA reconstruction solution scores FDA clearance

Using the new solution, CTA recons are completed in a matter of minutes, not hours.

Banner ASC in Sun City, Arizona.

GE Healthcare investing $138 million to bolster contrast supply

It is estimated that the demand for contrast-enhanced imaging could double over the next decade. 

Medical imaging trends to watch in 2025

The healthcare market analysis firm Signify Research released a list of predictions in radiology its analysts expect to see in 2025. 

Obesity can improve lung cancer outcomes, but only if skeletal muscle quality is maintained

Does obesity improve lung cancer outcomes? Yes, to some extent

New research findings could help explain the “obesity paradox,” wherein being overweight is linked to both improved outcomes in certain diseases and increased mortality rates in others.

lung cancer screening

New data highlight ‘urgent need’ to expand access to lung cancer screenings

Experts estimate there are about 1.4M veterans eligible for LDCT screening, a rate three times higher than the general U.S. population.