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.

FDA issues recall on Philips spectral CT systems
A software issue could lead to the affected devices inadvertently moving, potentially making unintentional contact with patients or other equipment, according to the FDA.
Entire department of interventional radiologists resigns over failed negotiations
The negotiations pertain to disagreements on compensation and concerns over outdated equipment used during IR procedures.
AI turns low-quality MRI scans into helpful heart images
A team of biomedical engineers, radiologists and cardiologists has developed a new AI model capable of restoring low-quality cardiac MRI scans.
New AI-enabled, helium-free MRI system earns FDA clearance
The scanner requires just 0.7 liters of liquid helium for cooling—a fraction of the more than 1,500 liters standard systems need to operate safely.
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

Heart X-ray tops FFR-guided stent placement in patients who’ve suffered a severe heart attack

Fractional flow reserve measurements did not yield better outcomes and proved more costly compared to imaging-guided stenting procedures, researchers reported during ACC21.

RSNA confirms annual meeting will return in-person to Chicago

The organization said the health and safety of its attendees, exhibitors and staff is its "primary consideration" but did not give any indication if vaccination will be required.

7 in 10 radiologists crave unified consensus for managing incidental pancreatic findings

Additionally, a majority of rads said they would like to include follow-up recommendations in their reporting but 60% never use structured templates to do so.

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Coordination, communication key to avoiding COVID-19 vaccine-related abnormalities on imaging exams

Radiologists from the University of Massachusetts Medical School say their tips can help eliminate challenges for patients and providers during PET/CT scans.

MRI contrast may supplant current ‘gold standard’ for assessing heart attack damage

Manganese-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging depicts heart muscle health and could more quickly inform treatment strategies.

Artificial intelligence reads chest X-rays to predict severe COVID-19 case progression with 80% accuracy

NYU scientists developed their computer program using more than 5,200 radiographs gathered from 3,000-plus critically ill coronavirus patients treated at the institution.

TEER associated with an added benefit for SMR patients in earlier stages of heart failure

Low levels of residual mitral regurgitation after TEER can make a big impact on patient outcomes, researchers explained in a new analysis.

No practice changes needed after ultrasound-related FDA safety warning, imaging experts say

Such injectable agents have been administered routinely for years to detect heart disease, assess risk, and identify tumors throughout the abdomen.

Medical Imaging

FDA issues recall on Philips spectral CT systems

Entire department of interventional radiologists resigns over failed negotiations

AI turns low-quality MRI scans into helpful heart images

New AI-enabled, helium-free MRI system earns FDA clearance

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