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. 

Ezra

Whole-body MRI startup Ezra expands service in partnership with Princeton Radiology

The two will broaden their reach into the Philadelphia area, offering an “end to end” screening platform that monitors for cancer and other conditions. 

Gila monster saliva helps docs detect insulinomas.

Lizard saliva could be key to spotting elusive pancreatic tumors

By binding the substance to a radiotracer, experts were able to improve the accuracy of identifying these tumors by as much as 30% compared to the standard of care.

Radiologist Dana Ataya, MD, writes song to clear up confusion on breast cancer screening recs.

Singing radiologist pens song to clear up confusion about breast cancer screening recs

Dana Ataya, MD, is backed by Moffitt Cancer Center's band, The ReMissions.

Boston Scientific Obsidio instructions updated

4 deaths prompt updated instructions for embolic agent used in IR procedures

The Obsidio Conformable Embolic is routinely used for vascular embolization procedures.

Erin Stevens explained the technical aspects for a successful PET program. #ASNC #thinkPET

Key steps to implementing a successful PET program

Getting technologists, physicians and administrators to work together is a crucial part of any PET program. Research is also essential. Cardiovascular Business spoke to a specialist on the topic to learn more.

FDA announces recall of Boston Scientific's Obsidio Conformable Embolic

Boston Scientific updates instructions for recalled embolic agent linked to multiple deaths

The premixed embolic agent is designed to embolize hypervascular tumors and occlude blood flow in a patient's peripheral blood vessels. It was recalled in April due to safety concerns.

HeartFlow Plaque Analysis Example

New Category I CPT code issued for AI-enabled coronary plaque analysis software

The news comes just days after CMS confirmed these technologies would start receiving expanded Medicare coverage in November. HeartFlow and other AI vendors have already shared their excitement over the decision. 

ai in healthcare

AI software that boosts detection of small brain lesions gains FDA clearance

The software is a collaboration between Bracco Diagnostics, a subsidiary of Bracco Imaging, and Subtle Medical, Inc.