Erik L. Ridley[email protected]PACS/VNAAuntMinnie.com PACS InsiderOctober 16, 2007Digital X-RayASRT calls an end to annual conferenceThe American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) has decided to discontinue its annual conference, bringing to an end an event that has been a tradition for radiologic technologists since the 1920s. In 2008, the Albuquerque, NM-based society will replace the conference with its ASRT Annual Governance and House of Delegates meeting. The general education portion of the meeting will be eliminated in favor of a new emphasis on the ASRT's governance system, according to the society.October 4, 2007AICAD systems differ in detecting small noncalcified breast massesTwo computer-aided detection (CAD) systems yielded varying sensitivity in detecting small invasive breast carcinoma, according to a study published in the October issue of Radiology. The researchers compared two CAD systems for detecting invasive breast cancers manifesting as noncalcified masses smaller than 16 mm.October 4, 2007UltrasoundLeft atrial size adds prognostic value in stress echo examsLeft atrial (LA) size provides independent and incremental value over standard risk factors such as left ventricular systolic dysfunction and ischemia in patients referred for stress echocardiography exams, according to a new study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.September 25, 2007CTCAD may improve sensitivity of MDCT screening examsComputer-aided detection (CAD) technology can improve radiologists' sensitivity for detecting solid lung nodules 4 mm or larger during multidetector CT chest screening studies, according to research published in the October issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology.September 20, 2007UltrasoundVascular screening may facilitate early disease detection, managementUltrasound vascular screening offers the promise of early disease identification when performed appropriately, allowing individuals to receive preventive medicine, according to Phillip Bendick, Ph.D., of William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, MI. He recently discussed the critical elements and standards needed for a vascular screening program.September 12, 2007Image-Guided SurgeryAuntMinnie.com Advanced Visualization InsiderSeptember 11, 2007UltrasoundScreening opportunities boost ultrasound prospectsIncreased interest in screening examinations and early identification of disease offer an opportunity for expanded use of ultrasound. The modality offers an accurate, safe, inexpensive, rapid, and cost-effective way to screen healthy populations for conditions such as abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), carotid stenosis, and peripheral vascular disease.September 9, 2007UltrasoundASE unveils new stress echo guidelinesThe American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) has released its new guidelines for stress echocardiography, taking into account improvements in imaging equipment, refinements in stress testing protocols, and standards for image interpretation.September 6, 2007UltrasoundAuntMinnie.com Ultrasound InsiderSeptember 4, 2007Previous PagePage 299 of 393Next PageTop StoriesCTNew benchmark helps monitor cumulative CT radiation doseThe findings highlight the need for systematic dose tracking and rigorous justification of imaging.Radiation Oncology/TherapyStudy questions routine use of radiotherapy after bone surgeryUltrasoundCEUS outshines color Doppler imaging for indeterminate kidney lesionsWomens ImagingWomen's Imaging MinnieCast, Episode 2: Risk-based vs. annual mammography screening, part 1Digital X-RayChest x-rays reveal atherosclerosis in patients undergoing amputations
