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Most MDCT scanners fall short in cardiac imaging
Despite the success of multidetector-row CT scanning, responsible voices continue to dispute the notion that MDCT is the best choice for imaging the heart. Cardiac imaging experts Dr. John Rumberger and Dr. James Ehrlich offer their views on the use of MDCT versus EBT in coronary CT imaging.
September 2, 2004
Analogic gets EXACT boost
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Imaging equipment developer Analogic reported a new order for its Explosive Assessment Computed Tomography (EXACT) Systems from New York City-based L-3 Communications Security and Detection Systems.
September 1, 2004
AuntMinnie.com CT Radiology Insider
By Eric Barnes
August 29, 2004
VC antispasmodics show mixed distension results, real patient-acceptance gains
By Eric Barnes
Virtual colonoscopy studies using intravenous antispasmodics continue to garner mixed results regarding their ability to optimize colonic distension. In fact, two European trials recently came to opposing conclusions on distension. One of the studies, however, found that patients overwhelmingly preferred virtual colonoscopy when they received the drugs.
August 26, 2004
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New study adapts neurocysticercosis diagnosis for India
By N. Shivapriya
A new study attempts to make neurocysticercosis diagnosis in India easier and more accurate. It suggests modifications to the existing international criteria based on the imaging and clinical features of the disease as it occurs in the country.
August 25, 2004
MR vs. CT? Stroke imaging hinges on more than modality
By Eric Barnes
These days, MR and CT are playing important triage and treatment planning roles to help reduce the devastating effects of acute stroke. But which is the best imaging choice? The answer may depend more on the practice than the modality, according to Dr. Jay Cinnamon.
August 24, 2004
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E-Z-EM completes AngioDynamics spin-off
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Contrast agent and virtual colonoscopy developer E-Z-EM of Lake Success, NY, has completed the spin-off of its AngioDynamics subsidiary, declaring a special stock dividend of 9.2 million shares of common stock.
August 19, 2004
Bard to unload endoscopic assets
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Interventional technology provider C.R. Bard has signed an agreement to sell some of the assets of its endoscopic technologies division to medical technology firm ConMed for $80 million.
August 17, 2004
What virtual colonoscopy misses might not matter
By Eric Barnes
Does virtual colonoscopy miss dangerous polyps? Not necessarily, say researchers from NYU Medical Center in New York City. Their study suggested that VC combined with with the appropriate screening interval can catch most adenomas before they progress to malignancy.
August 17, 2004
CT: An all-star modality for C-spine trauma?
By Shalmali Pal
Mention soccer injuries and most people think below the belt -- injuries sustained in the lower extremities while trying to bend it like Beckham. But heading the ball is a significant part of the soccer player's arsenal, and, as a result, players must also contend with cervical spine trauma.
August 17, 2004
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CT pioneer Hounsfield dies
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Sir Godfrey Hounsfield has died, the London Telegraph reported today. The renowned inventor, who "conceived the idea for a CAT scanner in 1967 during a weekend ramble in the country," was 84 when he passed on August 12, the newspaper wrote.
August 16, 2004
Medicsight to bring Lung CAR to market
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Image analysis software developer Medicsight has received Food and Drug Administration clearance for its Lung Computed Assisted Reader (CAR) software.
August 15, 2004
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