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.

PET holds promise for carotid plaque assessments
PET has already gained significant momentum in recent years. Now, researchers are pointing to another possible use for the popular imaging modality: assessing carotid artery atherosclerosis.
FDA clears RadNet imaging AI solution for detecting neurodegenerative disease
Authorities granted 510(k) clearance for Brain Health in late September, with the Los Angeles-based imaging center operator touting the decision Tuesday.
How one hospital more than doubled its lung cancer screening rate
It is estimated that less than 20% of eligible patients in the U.S. adhere to LCS recommendations, despite numerous studies highlighting the exam’s effectiveness.
Hemp and other plant-based compounds could be future of contrast-enhanced imaging
Experts are working to develop agents they say can enhance imaging studies without the risks associated with traditional contrast media.
State law change allows technologists to administer contrast under remote supervision
The update eliminates the requirement for a physician to be on-site and now allows techs to perform venipuncture and conduct contrast administration under remote supervision.

AI turns mammograms into CVD risk assessments—no outside data required

Thanks to AI, clinicians can use mammograms to do a lot more than identify signs of breast cancer. Researchers explored data from nearly 50,000 patients, presenting their findings in Heart.

Whole-body MRI provider Prenuvo seeks to limit damages in high-profile malpractice case

Sean Clifford and his legal representatives first filed the lawsuit Sept. 24, 2024, in the New York State Supreme Court, contending a radiologist failed to spot signs of an impending stroke.

Does BMI affect AI's accuracy when assessing CT scans?

AI is only as effective as the data it was trained on, and many datasets lack diversity in terms of patient body mass index.

Women who miss 1st breast cancer screening much likelier to die from disease

The increased risk of mortality is modifiable, experts believe, and likely attributed to late detection of the disease.

New GE HealthCare partnership expands access to prostate cancer imaging agent

The product, which is used to detect metastatic or recurrent prostate cancer, was approved by the FDA in 2021.

Repetitive head impact in soccer players increases risk of brain damage, MRI shows

What's more, the damage observed on imaging could play a role in deteriorating cognitive performance.

Expert panel develops new breast biopsy guidelines

The recommendations were designed to improve accuracy and safety in diagnosing breast lesions using multiple imaging methods, including DBT, ultrasound and MRI.

FDA announces recall of biopsy device after 14 injuries and 1 death

The voluntary recall pertains to the ViziShot 2 FLEX from Olympus, which is used with ultrasound-guidance to help diagnose and stage lung cancer.

Medical Imaging

PET holds promise for carotid plaque assessments

FDA clears RadNet imaging AI solution for detecting neurodegenerative disease

How one hospital more than doubled its lung cancer screening rate

Hemp and other plant-based compounds could be future of contrast-enhanced imaging

State law change allows technologists to administer contrast under remote supervision