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.

First AI-enabled POCUS app for detecting pleural effusion and atelectasis earns FDA clearance
The apps are embedded into the Exo Iris transducer, which can be plugged directly into a smartphone, utilized anywhere and without the internet.
Symptom-detected breast cancers more likely to require mastectomy, chemotherapy
New research adds to the “strong evidence” supporting screening guidelines and highlights the importance of women adhering to clinical recommendations.
Shoulder ultrasound effectively detects insulin resistance, even before abnormal labs
POCUS could represent a quick, easy and affordable way to detect signs of insulin resistance before it progresses into diabetes, researchers suggest.
Contrast-enhanced mammography significantly improves early cancer detection
New trial results suggest CEM could enhance breast cancer detection beyond DBT exams when patients are faced with barriers to obtaining an MRI.
Bayer seeks FDA approval for gadoquatrane, its latest low-dose GBCA
The investigational agent uses 60% less gadolinium without sacrificing image quality, according to recent clinical trial findings.

Can a new clinical state for prostate cancer help personalize treatment for the disease?

For patients with metastatic prostate cancer, understanding its genesis and evolution can mean all the difference for treatment. But, what if, as a recent Journal of Nuclear Medicine perspective proposes, a new “clinical state” could improve understanding and treatment of the disease?

Konica Minolta Healthcare Demonstrates Leadership in Medical Imaging Solutions for the Continuum of Care

As the US healthcare market continues to shift toward larger, integrated health systems in an increasingly decentralized clinical environment, hospitals are investing in physician practices and outpatient centers.

SNMMI, imaging leaders back $20M in federal funds for Mo-99 production

The Society for Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI), along with a host of other leading medical imaging groups and vendors, addressed a July 18 letter to the Senate and House subcommittees on Energy and Water Development voicing its support for $20 million in additional funding to help establish domestic production of molybdenum-99 (Mo-99).

Loyola radiologist receives award for top clinical research paper

Jennifer Lim-Dunham, MD, and colleagues at Chicago's Loyola University Medical Center took home the Society for Pediatric Radiology’s Walter E. Berdon Award for best clinical research paper during the group’s annual meeting in Nashville, Tennessee.

Pulaski Memorial Hospital Leads the Nation with First Install of Canon Medical Systems’ Vantage Titan / Zen Edition 1.5T

Patients in Pulaski County, Indiana now have access to quiet, comfortable MR exams thanks to the installation of the Vantage TitanTM / Zen Edition1.5T from Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. at Pulaski Memorial Hospital.

AHRA Attendees Invited to Get Firsthand Look at Canon and Virtual Imaging Digital Radiography Systems

Joining medical imaging professionals from across the country, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, and Virtual Imaging, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A., Inc., will display their portfolio of digital radiography (DR) systems at this year’s AHRA annual meeting and exposition, hosted by the Association for Medical Imaging Management.

Michigan mother raises concerns with non-diagnostic prenatal ultrasound business

A Michigan mom is receiving backlash from local healthcare organizations after opening a non-diagnostic ultrasound business for expectant mothers this month, the Record Eagle of Traverse City, Michigan, has reported.

CT radiation connected to brain cancer risk in those under 18

CT use has risen over the past 20 years, and new research published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute finds the modality may increase the risk of brain cancer, especially among children.

Medical Imaging

First AI-enabled POCUS app for detecting pleural effusion and atelectasis earns FDA clearance

Symptom-detected breast cancers more likely to require mastectomy, chemotherapy

Shoulder ultrasound effectively detects insulin resistance, even before abnormal labs

Contrast-enhanced mammography significantly improves early cancer detection

Bayer seeks FDA approval for gadoquatrane, its latest low-dose GBCA