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.

AI-powered FFR-CT software linked to considerable cost savings, accurate predictions
According to Heartflow, its AI offering saves health systems nearly $1,400 per patient thanks to reductions in unnecessary cardiovascular testing.
Pre-op MRI not necessary for all breast cancer patients, new data suggest
In some cases, it may actually be more beneficial for this group of women to forego the extra scans, as they can lead to additional testing, costs and potentially delays in care.
Copper-based PSMA radiotracer shines in clinical trial
The tracer's extended half-life of over three hours could make it a promising candidate for future prostate cancer diagnostics.
Reimbursement expected to drive implementation of CCTA, coronary plaque analysis
For years, imaging experts have predicted that CCTA may become the primary imaging modality for coronary artery disease and eliminate the need for invasive diagnostic catheterizations. That prediction is now coming true.
Targeting women eligible for both lung and breast cancer screening pays off
“There is enormous potential here, and the [American Cancer Society] is thrilled with the outcome of this study," one investigators says.

Solis Mammography expands partnership with HCA Healthcare

One of the country's largest operators of breast imaging centers is teaming with one of its biggest hospital systems to bolster services in 3 markets.

Experts publish new consensus guidelines on use of CT in patients with long COVID

The statement is intended to standardize terminology, indications for CT use, acquisition parameters and reporting guidelines for patients with long COVID.

Video interview with Allen Taylor, MD, chairman of cardiology at Medstar, who explains use of AI CCTA plaque analysis at Medstar to improve risk assessments.

AI software takes cardiac risk assessments to another level

Allen Taylor, MD, thinks AI-powered plaque evaluations can make a substantial impact on patient care.

Key causes of poor breast imaging quality and how 1 health system addresses them

Variable technologist training and skill levels, inconsistent onboarding and training, “constant” turnover, and a high number of unfilled positions all have contributed.

Bacteria-based contrast agent lights up tumor margins significantly better than other agents.

Bacteria-based contrast agent offers 'substantial improvements' for tumor border delineation during surgery

Essentially, the agent places a bright neon sign on the entirety of tumors and their borders, and it does so autonomously.

PET/MR findings in long COVID patients linked to long-term cardiopulmonary diseases

Experts suggest abnormal findings on cardiopulmonary PET/MR should be considered a risk factor for long-term complications in COVID patients.

CT workflows improve with help of deep learning 3D camera for patient positioning

These specialized, AI-powered cameras can automate and optimize patient positioning based on their body habitus and placement on the table.

Update: New details emerge about fatal MRI accident in Long Island

The man's wife says he was accompanying her for an MRI of her knee when the tragedy occurred.

Medical Imaging

AI-powered FFR-CT software linked to considerable cost savings, accurate predictions

Pre-op MRI not necessary for all breast cancer patients, new data suggest

Copper-based PSMA radiotracer shines in clinical trial

Reimbursement expected to drive implementation of CCTA, coronary plaque analysis

Targeting women eligible for both lung and breast cancer screening pays off