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.

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
FDA approves expanded use of PET imaging agent
The product's updated indications include quantification and long-term monitoring of amyloid plaques on imaging.
Low dose GBCA effective, safe for pediatric imaging
Although gadopiclenol is approved for adults and children ages 2 and older, there is limited data on its use in the pediatric population.

How one radiology department is triaging coronavirus patients, protecting staff

Shenzhen Second People's Hospital sits near the Wuhan area and has examined more than 1,400 suspected cases of COVID-19. Clinicians detailed their experience in Academic Radiology.

Chest CT should be ‘primary’ screening tool to diagnose coronavirus, experts say

Researchers examined more than 1,000 individuals who underwent both lab testing and chest CT, publishing their findings in Radiology.

10-minute MRI beats 3D mammography for screening dense breasts

Abbreviated breast MRI is promising, but must also overcome concerns related to cost and access, one expert noted in an editorial accompanying a new JAMA study.

Radiologists agree on thyroid features using TI-RADS, with less-experienced experts leading the way

Novice imaging readers agreed on more nodule features and categories, compared to experienced physicians, but this gap did not impact final recommendations for fine-needle aspiration biopsy.

Radiology must avoid turning ‘blind eye’ to patient-centered prostate cancer outcomes

While the field continues to make technology-centered advances, it must remember to think about the patient's daily struggle with the deadly disease, an expert wrote Feb. 24 in JACR.

Startup scores FDA clearance for cheaper, smartphone-based ultrasound system

Emagine Solutions Technology said the device is aimed at early intervention and affordability, with the VistaScan carrying about one-tenth the price tag of traditional systems.

Women 75 and older don’t benefit from screening mammograms

Researchers analyzed Medicare claims data on more than 1 million women ages 70 to 84 to reach their conclusions.

FDA hosts 2-day workshop focused on AI, medical imaging

As AI continues to make a profound impact on the medical imaging industry, the FDA is hosting a two-day public workshop to discuss the benefits and risks of this powerful technology.

Medical Imaging

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

FDA approves expanded use of PET imaging agent

Low dose GBCA effective, safe for pediatric imaging