Diagnostic Imaging

Radiologists use diagnostic imaging to non-invasively look inside the body to help determine the causes of an injury or an illness, and confirm a diagnosis. Providers use many imaging modalities to do so, including CT, MRI, X-ray, Ultrasound, PET and more.

Using chest X-rays for triage could reduce lung cancer overdiagnoses
Chest X-rays could be the key to mitigating the issue of overdiagnosis in certain patient populations undergoing lung cancer screening, according to new research.
Lipoprotein(a) tests could transform patient care—is it time for universal screening?
"Lp(a) represents the most important potential potential paradigm shift in cardiovascular disease prevention that we'll experience over the next five to 10 years," Seth Baum, MD, explained in a new interview.
Experts create AI system that can accurately diagnose osteoporosis using routine X-rays
Experts are optimistic their tool could help providers identify patients who may be at risk of developing osteoporosis sooner.
Generative AI model shows potential for reading chest X-rays used for TB screenings
Generative artificial intelligence models have shown great potential for improving multiple aspects of the radiology field, but a new analysis cautions that they still require significant oversight.
AI helps spot fatty liver disease on routine radiographs
If left undiagnosed and untreated for a prolonged period, fatty liver disease can progress to more serious conditions, such as cirrhosis and liver cancer.

Women skipping just 1 of their past 2 mammograms face much higher risk of breast cancer death

A team of multinational researchers analyzed exams from upward of half a million women for their findings.

Managing COVID-19 vaccine side effects: Harvard radiologists share their ‘pragmatic’ approach

The method is based on the ACR's BI-RADS Atlas and aims to encourage vaccinations, limit patient anxiety and reduce unnecessary follow-up testing.

Northwestern radiologists find evidence for long-lasting, ‘bizarre’ COVID-19 muscle pain

CT, MRI and ultrasound images show the virus directs the body to attack itself, experts explained in a review published in Skeletal Radiology.

New COVID-19 side effect: MRI links severe infection to dangerous eye problems

As a result of their findings, researchers with the French Society of Neuroradiology are recommending those with serious infection undergo eye screenings.

Radiologists must be ‘cognizant’ of image origin, patient location to diagnose fungi diseases

In many regions, such as the Mississippi and Ohio river valleys, people are routinely exposed to spores that may lead to serious injury and even death.

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Intermountain radiologists asking women to schedule mammograms around their COVID-19 vaccinations

The healthcare giant's new guidance comes as doctors continue to see higher rates of swollen lymph nodes on breast imaging compared to side effects from other vaccines.

Black, Hispanic children less likely to receive imaging exams compared to white peers

Pediatric and emergency medicine experts analyzed ED billing data from 52 hospitals across the U.S. over a four-year period for their study, published in JAMA Network Open.

Whole-body MRI beats out PET/CT at detecting debilitating bone cancer

This imaging approach can also initiate earlier treatment for myeloma patients, potentially resulting in better outcomes.

Diagnostic Imaging

Using chest X-rays for triage could reduce lung cancer overdiagnoses

Lipoprotein(a) tests could transform patient care—is it time for universal screening?

Experts create AI system that can accurately diagnose osteoporosis using routine X-rays

Generative AI model shows potential for reading chest X-rays used for TB screenings

AI helps spot fatty liver disease on routine radiographs