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The negotiations pertain to disagreements on compensation and concerns over outdated equipment used during IR procedures.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

Imaging COVID-19 a year later: Recovery is possible even in severe cases

A pair of radiologists detailed the case of a 55-year-old woman diagnosed with severe illness back in February 2020.

Molecular imaging group shares updates for managing COVID-19 vaccine effects on PET/CT exams

Lymph node swelling has been reported in up to 16% of patients who've received either the Pfizer/BioNTech or Moderna shots, SNMMI noted.

Ultrasound maker Butterfly Network’s stock slides after first earnings report, despite revenue surge

The Connecticut-based imaging firm is eyeing further growth after just completing its $1.5B merger with an affiliate of Glenview Capital Management.

Radiologists suggest baseline chest imaging in COVID-19 patients will be crucial moving forward

Obtaining X-rays in high-risk individuals may help clinicians tackle emerging problems down the line, particularly during flu season, experts said recently.

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Radiologist preferences driving significant cost variability in common imaging-guided procedures

Stanford scientists believe the data underline the need to educate rads about standardization to help curb costs and deliver value.

Bracco announces new partnership with nuclear medicine specialist to expand cardiac PET access

The collaboration with CardioNavix is expected to benefit low-volume centers, community hospitals, physician practices and outpatient imaging locations.

Interventionalists are significant contributors to radiology’s overall role in climate change

Over the course of a single work week, one IR department emitted the equivalent of driving an average car 58,300 miles.

‘Alarming’ bias among doctors analyzing chest X-rays for black lung disease

Researchers warned this issue very likely extends beyond the national Black Lung Program.

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