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.

Shoulder ultrasound effectively detects insulin resistance, even before abnormal labs
POCUS could represent a quick, easy and affordable way to detect signs of insulin resistance before it progresses into diabetes, researchers suggest.
Contrast-enhanced mammography significantly improves early cancer detection
New trial results suggest CEM could enhance breast cancer detection beyond DBT exams when patients are faced with barriers to obtaining an MRI.
Bayer seeks FDA approval for gadoquatrane, its latest low-dose GBCA
The investigational agent uses 60% less gadolinium without sacrificing image quality, according to recent clinical trial findings.
ChatGPT's medical advice may be deterring women from necessary imaging
The LLM’s responses may be misleading in certain situations, which could pose problems for patients who trust the medical advice it provides.
Tau tangles on PET scans may signal impending cognitive decline in asymptomatic individuals
New data highlight the significance of tau-positive imaging in the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.

Artificial intelligence bests ED docs, but not experienced radiologists, at detecting fractures

“This study suggests that deep learning algorithms can be useful in improving the detection of fractures," experts wrote Monday in Pediatric Radiology.

New data highlight inconsistencies in imaging protocols for pediatric appendicitis

Utilization of MRI for cases of suspected appendicitis in the pediatric population is beneficial, yet its use varies across institutions.

Many providers believe POCUS improves care, but some still see it as 'too complex' to incorporate

New survey results offer updated insight into the use of ultrasound from a practitioner’s standpoint.

Example of the four types of breast tissue density. The density of fibroglandular tissue inside the breast impacts the ability to easily see cancers. Cancers are very easy to spot in fatty breasts, but are almost impossible to find in extremely dense breasts. These examples show craniocaudal mammogram findings characterized as almost entirely fatty (far left), scattered areas of fibroglandular density (second from left), heterogeneously dense (second from right), and extremely dense (far right). RSNA

How do hormonal contraceptives affect breast density?

How recent developments in hormonal contraceptives affect breast density is an important consideration, as an increase in density category increases cancer risk.

Deep learning model predicts Alzheimer's using routine MRI exams

When put to the test, the new model was able to predict Alzheimer’s risk with 90.2% accuracy.

Experts develop cardiac MRI reference values for healthy adolescents

The newly developed reference values could have “direct implications for clinical practice” and can be used by any provider to determine whether an adolescent falls within the normal range of measurements for their age group.

Walmart Health doubling in size, offering imaging, Epic EHR integration in 2 new states

Each of the new “state of the art” facilities will stand at about 5,750 square feet, staffed by doctors and offering the full gamut of healthcare services.

Different tactics required when addressing imaging disparities among American Indian women

For instance, income does not have the same influence on outcomes as other populations, according to new analysis of Medicare data.

Medical Imaging

Shoulder ultrasound effectively detects insulin resistance, even before abnormal labs

Contrast-enhanced mammography significantly improves early cancer detection

Bayer seeks FDA approval for gadoquatrane, its latest low-dose GBCA

ChatGPT's medical advice may be deterring women from necessary imaging

Tau tangles on PET scans may signal impending cognitive decline in asymptomatic individuals