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.

Vigilance needed to ensure safety in pediatric MR imaging, experts warn
The conclusions are based on an analysis of safety data from five leading pediatric hospitals, spanning 2017 to 2022, published in JACR.
New ultrasound needle could significantly improve tissue yield during biopsies
Vibrating at up to 30,000 times per second, the sonographic device helps tissue to detach more easily without inflicting a large puncture wound to collect an adequate amount of tissue.
Bayer's new imaging agent for cardiac amyloidosis impresses in clinical trial
The REVEAL study has been assessing the sensitivity and specificity of iodine 124 evuzamitide (I 124 evuzamitide), a PET agent capable of visualizing signs of cardiac amyloidosis on imaging.
PSMA PET imaging’s proliferation produces uptick in aggressive treatment for prostate cancer
First approved by the FDA in 2021, providers have rapidly adopted this clinical innovation, which offers greater accuracy in detecting prostate cancer.
Bill Gates-backed company breaks ground on 'world's most advanced' isotope production facility
Leaders involved in the new facility’s development estimate it will increase global Ac-225 production capacity twentyfold.

Two top stories radiology this past month was the nuclear imaging isotope shortage and an ultrasound imaging study of COVID vaccine adenopathy.

Top Health Imaging stories in February 2022

These are the most popular stories on Health Imaging in February, based on more than 75,400 reader pageviews.

Ultrasound features that indicate difficulty of vaginal childbirth

Ultrasound assessments of fetal head position have been used to predict delivery mode, but never delivery difficulty, experts recently discussed in the Journal of Gynecology Obstetrics and Human Reproduction.

The FDA tracks mammography systems and the number of exams performed in the U.S. through its Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) program. This is an example of the GE Senobright HD imaging system.

3D mammography approaching 50% of breast imaging systems in the U.S.

The latest U.S. Food and Drug Administration data on mammography systems installed nationwide shows DBT systems are rapidly replacing traditional 2D full field digital mammography units.

Simple, proven strategies to reduce extravasation of contrast media during CT scans

Though adverse events after subcutaneous extravasation of contrast media during CT scans are not common, serious complications can occur, experts report in Academic Radiology.

Radiology leaders speak out in support of Ukraine

In the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, leaders in the radiology community are speaking out and publicly denouncing the aggressions.

FDA issues new guidance on appealing decisions that adversely impact mammography accreditation

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration detailed instructions on how breast imaging providers can appeal decisions related to their accreditation and certification.

Breast cancer is overdiagnosed in 15% of screenings

Breast cancer overdiagnosis rates are down from previous estimates, but still occur in 1 of every 7 screenings, new research indicates.

The most popular radiology business stories in February 2022 included several lawsuits pertaining to imaging centers and radiology companies and a new study suggesting not to delay mammograms in women who were recently vaccinated against COVID-19.

Top Radiology Business stories in February 2022

These are the most popular stories on Radiology Business in February, based on reader page views for the month.

Medical Imaging

Vigilance needed to ensure safety in pediatric MR imaging, experts warn

New ultrasound needle could significantly improve tissue yield during biopsies

Bayer's new imaging agent for cardiac amyloidosis impresses in clinical trial

PSMA PET imaging’s proliferation produces uptick in aggressive treatment for prostate cancer

Bill Gates-backed company breaks ground on 'world's most advanced' isotope production facility