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The negotiations pertain to disagreements on compensation and concerns over outdated equipment used during IR procedures.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

AI specialists gain CE mark approval for chest x-ray solution

According to the company, its newly approved AI model can play a role in helping hospitals triage patients with suspected COVID-19.

Radiologists should avoid MR imaging COVID-19 patients ‘except where absolutely necessary’

That’s according to new guidance on the deployment of magnetic resonance imaging during the pandemic issued recently by the American College of Radiology.

New x-ray detector ‘on the brink of revolutionizing’ medical imaging

Two of the U.S. Department of Energy’s 17 national laboratories have collaborated to invent a novel x-ray detector that powers itself, uses ultralow radiation—and delivers medical and dental images with 100 times more sensitivity than conventional designs.

AI helps radiologists, ED providers quickly locate coronavirus pneumonia from chest x-rays

In one investigation highlighted recently in the Journal of Thoracic Imaging, the algorithm was able to consistently find areas of inflammation and fluid buildup in 10 chest images.

Some respirators not safe for use during MRI exams, imaging experts warn

Scientists with one Irish hospital spelled out their concerns in a new technical report, published in Clinical Radiology.

Government watchdog says hospitals cutting imaging, using makeshift x-ray rooms to cope with COVID-19

The Office of the Inspector General report is based on phone interviews with 323 hospital leaders across nearly every state.

AI spots pneumonia in chest x-rays of COVID-19 patients

Researchers have developed an AI algorithm that can scan the chest x-rays of COVID-19 patients for signs of pneumonia.

Thoracic radiologists offer 5 tips for when to gather coronavirus chest x-rays, CT scans

The Fleischner Society recently published its consensus statement on the role of imaging in the management and diagnosis of COVID-19 in Radiology.

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