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.

How the shape, size and location of calcified carotid plaques affect stroke risk
A new analysis provides further insight into factors affecting plaque stability and subsequent ischemic events
FDA approves expanded use of PET imaging agent
The product's updated indications include quantification and long-term monitoring of amyloid plaques on imaging.
Low dose GBCA effective, safe for pediatric imaging
Although gadopiclenol is approved for adults and children ages 2 and older, there is limited data on its use in the pediatric population.
'Powerful' new PET agent improves the diagnosis of triple-negative breast cancer
The agent “exhibits powerful tumor delineation” in challenging cases of determining cancer subtypes, and could potentially lead to more personalized, effective treatment strategies.
Emergency physicians make more mistakes when interpreting imaging of multiple organs
A new analysis details the prevalence of interpretation errors in EDs, the factors that influence them and how they affect patient care.

While promising, machine learning still misses 20% of cancers on breast MRIs, analysis shows

AI proved useful for detecting axillary lymph node metastases but isn’t yet ready for clinics, experts said recently.

Warming up CT contrast agents raises radiology department costs and few clinical benefits

Checking the temperature of warming devices and maintaining equipment may not be entirely necessary, new research suggests.

Star New York Mets pitcher says MRI positioning aggravated forearm strain

Four-time All-Star Jacob deGrom spent 60 minutes on his stomach with elbow raised above his head and believes the awkward angle aggravated his injury.

After nearly decade-long journey, CMS retires coverage barriers for non-oncologic PET scans

The Medical Imaging & Technology Alliance praised the move, saying more patients will now have access to potentially lifesaving care.

DBT plus synthesized mammography drops patients’ dosage without losing imaging quality

The combined breast screening technique also improves cancer detection rates, new research shows.

Emergency radiology errors tied to adverse outcomes among patients readmitted for repeat imaging

Radiologists should consider a misdiagnosis on index imaging among those who come back to the ED for additional exams, experts said this week.

AI spots difficult-to-detect structural joint changes on X-ray exams

The neural network may best serve as a supportive tool for radiologists assessing sacroiliac joints, researchers said recently.

Minority patient populations less likely to undergo CT imaging than white counterparts

Nearly half of caucasians received a scan in their life vs. 41% of Black patients, 26% of Latinos, and 28% of Asian Americans.

Medical Imaging

How the shape, size and location of calcified carotid plaques affect stroke risk

FDA approves expanded use of PET imaging agent

Low dose GBCA effective, safe for pediatric imaging

'Powerful' new PET agent improves the diagnosis of triple-negative breast cancer

Emergency physicians make more mistakes when interpreting imaging of multiple organs