Erik L. Ridley[email protected]AICAD performs well in lung nodule detectionUse of computer-aided detection (CAD) technology helps improve the detection of lung nodules, according to two recent studies. Researchers in Canada evaluated CAD software for nodule detection in a lung cancer screening setting, while researchers in Italy found that CAD improved radiologists' performance in detecting lung nodules on multidetector-row (MDCT) exams.February 4, 2007BreastMammography CAD beats double reading in Norwegian studyComputer-aided detection (CAD) technology may improve the breast cancer detection rate for full-field digital mammography (FFDM) and film-screen mammography exams in facilities employing double reading, according to a new study by researchers in Norway.February 1, 2007AIAuntMinnie.com Advanced Visualization InsiderJanuary 30, 2007PACS/VNATesting procedure improves usability of DICOM CDsDICOM CDs are commonly used today to disseminate patient images and information, but many of them suffer from deficiencies that can hinder image viewing and integration into PACS networks. To help deal with the problem, the German Roentgen Society (DRG) initiated a quality assurance initiative designed to improve the quality of DICOM CDs.January 21, 2007PACS/VNAAuntMinnie.com PACS InsiderJanuary 16, 2007CTCAD turns in mixed performance for pulmonary embolismWhile computer-aided detection (CAD) technology shows promise for assisting radiologists in detecting pulmonary embolism (PE), four recent studies showed a wide range of sensitivity for various iterations of the technology. Experiences ranged from CAD systems that were user-friendly, but plagued by too many false negatives, to systems that offered improved accuracy.January 15, 2007UltrasoundLesion-guided prostate biopsy bests random biopsy methodsLesion-directed prostate biopsies yield higher cancer detection rates than random biopsies, regardless of the prostate-specific antigen level, according to a five-year study published in the latest edition of the Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine. Researchers from Taiwan used transrectal ultrasound to compare sonographically suspicious lesion-directed biopsies and random biopsies in 518 patients referred for prostate biopsies.January 10, 2007PACS/VNAKodak to sell health division to Canadian investment firm OnexThe long-anticipated future of Eastman Kodak Health Group has now been cleared up. Eastman Kodak has reached an agreement to sell the unit for up to $2.55 billion to Toronto-based Onex Healthcare Holdings, a subsidiary of Canadian investment firm Onex.January 9, 2007Image-Guided SurgeryHead and neck surgeons can handle ultrasound, journal article saysHead and neck surgeons can readily incorporate office-based ultrasound procedures into their practice, according to an article in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. Office-based ultrasound offers an easy and cost-effective tool to the surgeons, the authors report.January 4, 2007UltrasoundMicroflow imaging may boost prostate biopsy yieldA targeted biopsy approach employing contrast-enhanced ultrasound microflow imaging (MFI) may increase the number of positive biopsies compared with systematic sextant biopsy, according to research from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia.December 20, 2006Previous PagePage 305 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
