Ultrasound

Ultrasound, also referred to as sonography or diagnostic ultrasound, uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize soft tissue. Ultrasounds are frequently ordered to measure fetal anatomy during pregnancy, check for blood clots and to guide needle biopsy procedures of the breast, abdomen and pelvis. The imaging modality does not use any radiation to create images. Find news specific to cardiac ultrasound (echocardiography).

RadNet enters ultrasound AI, acquiring imaging vendor See-Mode Technologies
Founded in 2017, the Melbourne, Australia-based company offers software that analyzes breast and thyroid images, “producing fast and accurate radiology reports.”
Samsung invests in ultrasound imaging startup Exo, which has now raised $320M
Founded in 2015, Exo offers a portable platform that combines novel silicon-based hardware, “tightly coupled AI,” and “easy-to-use” collaborative software.
Predictive model uses 6 ultrasound features to differentiate between benign and malignant thyroid nodules
Once the model is further validated, it could help guide providers in determining how to manage thyroid nodules.
Which exam is best for supplemental imaging of women with dense breast tissue?
It is widely agreed that women with dense breast tissue should undergo supplemental imaging in addition to their routine mammogram screening, but the jury is still out on which modality is best for cancer detection in this group.
CDC investigating outbreak linked to contaminated ultrasound gel used in image-guided procedures
Authorities issued three recommendations for radiologists related to the issue, including avoiding the use of nonsterile US gels.

Imaging industry names in the news: Koning, Medality, QT Imaging, Rezolut, Scanslated, more

Noteworthy market developments listed in the order announcements were posted.

5G opens opportunities for remote transmission of ultrasound

Compared with LTE networks, 5G networks impress medical professionals as having “good” video quality and an “acceptable” delay.

Dynamic lung air flow analysis just using X-ray without any contrast with new technology from 4D Medical.

PHOTO GALLERY: New technology and trends at RSNA 2022

Images from the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) 2022 annual meeting Nov. 27- Dec. 1 in Chicago. The gallery includes new technologies and a look at sights around the world's largest radiology conference.

Imaging-guided treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome provides long-term relief without surgery or hospitalization

Carpal tunnel syndrome can be successfully treated without surgery, according to new findings being presented at RSNA 2022 in Chicago. The procedure typically takes just 10 to 15 minutes.

Opto-acoustic Imaging: A new modality changing the future of breast imaging

Sponsored by Seno Medical

When it comes to breast imaging, a few new technologies have improved the visualization of lesions and diagnostic procedures. But a new modality could change the game completely.

How breast cancer presents on imaging based on race: An updated analysis 25 years in the making

These appearances are important to recognize because, although cancer detection rates are similar among both races, mortality is approximately 40% higher among African American women in comparison to Non-Latina white women.

Brian Lindman, MD, MSCI, medical director of the Structural Heart and Valve Center and an associate professor of medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, explains the new American Heart Association (AHA) Target Aortic Stenosis (AS) program. It was announced at the AHA 2022 meeting and is designed to help screen with echo to find more AS patients.

VIDEO: AHA says aortic stenosis is undertreated and underdiagnosed

Brian Lindman, MD, medical director of the Structural Heart and Valve Center, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, explains the new American Heart Association (AHA) Target Aortic Stenosis (AS) program to screen with echo to find more AS patients.

The American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) launched its new, interactive EchoGuide mobile and web application for healthcare professionals last week, and the society said it already has about 15,000 downloads.

American Society of Echocardiography releases new EchoGuide clinical calculator app

The ASE launched its new, interactive EchoGuide mobile and web application, and already has about 15,000 downloads.

Ultrasound

RadNet enters ultrasound AI, acquiring imaging vendor See-Mode Technologies

Samsung invests in ultrasound imaging startup Exo, which has now raised $320M

Predictive model uses 6 ultrasound features to differentiate between benign and malignant thyroid nodules

Which exam is best for supplemental imaging of women with dense breast tissue?

CDC investigating outbreak linked to contaminated ultrasound gel used in image-guided procedures