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The negotiations pertain to disagreements on compensation and concerns over outdated equipment used during IR procedures.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

Another woman files lawsuit alleging discredited imaging center, radiologist misread her mammograms

Ruby Shakelford is the fourth patient to sue radiologist Michael Bigg and Allison Breast Cancer Center in Richmond, Virginia.

NIH hands out $13.8M for new research into pre-dementia and Alzheimer’s

The grants will fund two separate studies led by a team at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Montefiore Health System.

President Trump receives COVID x-ray, CT scans while radiologist White House advisor expresses optimism

The commander-in-chief's physicians would not elaborate on whether chest imaging revealed ground glass opacities or other signs of damage.

Ultrasonography a swift and sound alternative to MRI for diagnosing anterior knee pain

Magnetic resonance is the "gold standard" method of assessing this indication, but US scored high marks in a recent study.

Radiology must change the payment paradigm for point-of-care ultrasound, experts charge

Scientists with the Society of Radiologists in Ultrasound and the ACR are proposing a framework that would position POCUS as a completely different type of evaluation from DXUS.

Deep learning diagnoses disabling neurological condition on MRI in under 1 second

The platform—DystoniaNet—was 98.8% accurate at diagnosing the condition, and with further testing, may soon be in clinics, experts explained recently.

Radiology practice paying $500K after allegedly delivering contrast imaging without doc supervision

Advanced Imaging of Port Charlotte also billed Medicare for services performed by doctors who lacked the proper credentials, the DOJ announced.

Radiologic technologists among 200 healthcare workers prepared to strike over COVID contract concerns

Union members remain divided with Allina Health management on language providing safety protections and pay benefits related to potential virus exposure.

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