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The negotiations pertain to disagreements on compensation and concerns over outdated equipment used during IR procedures.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

AHRA cancels upcoming conference in San Diego amid COVID-19 worries

The Association for Medical Imaging Management is the latest medical group to postpone or cancel its annual meetings amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Deep learning rivals radiologists at spotting wrist fractures on x-rays

The system did stumble when interpreting exams from an outside hospital, but the researchers believe there's a bright future for such tools as radiology aides.

$3M grant for multimodality breast imaging tool to slash unnecessary biopsies

Engineers from Dartmouth University also said their approach would cut out the need for gadolinium-based contrast agents.

A Major Victory for Patient Care: Vendor Partnership Helps Boost Revenue, Cut Costs

Sponsored by Hitachi Healthcare Americas

Missouri has been home to some big victories in recent years, with the Kansas City Chiefs winning Super Bowl LIV in 2020 and St. Louis Blues taking home the Stanley Cup in 2019.

Society of Interventional Radiology cancels annual meeting due to coronavirus

The group said its decision is based on recommendations from state, federal and global health organizations. SIR 2020 was set to begin March 28 in Seattle.

Chest x-ray used to analyze first US patient with coronavirus

Washington state researchers detailed their use of radiography in a recent case study published in the New England Journal of Medicine.

AI-powered peer review catches key findings missed by radiologists

AI could provide radiologists with significant value as an advanced peer review tool, according to new findings published in Academic Radiology.

Will 2020 be a year without HIMSS?

Despite international travel interruptions due to COVID-19, HIMSS20 is moving “full steam ahead as scheduled” for March 9 to 13 in Orlando.

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