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Gadolinium found in animal tissue regardless of GBCA type
By Wayne Forrest
Contrary to previous research, a prospective animal study has confirmed the presence of gadolinium deposits in brain tissue after the injection of both linear and macrocyclic gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs), according to results published online in Radiology.
July 17, 2017
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Metal-free MRI contrast agent shows promise
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the University of Nebraska have developed a metal-free MRI contrast agent that could be safer for pediatric imaging and patients with kidney issues, according to a study published online July 12 in ACS Central Science.
July 16, 2017
NEMA updates SAR standards for MRI
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has revised its standards for the specific absorption rate (SAR) for MRI scans to accommodate higher-field systems, larger bore sizes, and new sensor technologies.
July 13, 2017
Elekta begins installation of MR-linac system
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Radiation oncology vendor Elekta is installing its investigational MR radiation therapy system at the Odette Cancer Centre at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto.
July 13, 2017
ACR releases updated contrast media manual
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The American College of Radiology (ACR) has released an updated guide for the safe and effective use of contrast media.
July 12, 2017
DWI-MRI shows vision changes could predict Parkinson's
By Wayne Forrest
With the help of diffusion-weighted MR imaging (DWI-MRI), researchers in Italy have uncovered changes in the visual systems of patients newly diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, according to a study published online July 11 in Radiology.
July 11, 2017
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Guerbet phases out 2 contrast agents
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
French contrast developer Guerbet is phasing out worldwide sales of its Optimark (gadoversetamide) MRI contrast agent and Hexabrix (meglumine and sodium ioxaglate) x-ray contrast agent.
July 9, 2017
New MRI agent shows promise for tumors
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Researchers from the University of Massachusetts have developed a protein-based MRI contrast agent that targets tumors and can be easily cleared by the body, according to a paper published online June 5 in Nano Letters.
July 6, 2017
ACR releases LI-RADS update
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The American College of Radiology (ACR) has released an updated version of the Liver Imaging Reporting and Data System (LI-RADS) for CT and MRI.
July 5, 2017
Philips to move MR-HIFU business to Profound
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Royal Philips has made an agreement to transfer its MR-guided high-intensity focused ultrasound (MR-HIFU) business to Profound Medical, while obtaining a minority interest in Profound as part of the deal.
July 5, 2017
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Senate delays healthcare vote | New gadolinium findings | Are mammography's 'harms' really that harmful?
By Brian Casey
June 26, 2017
Gadolinium retention in brain may be underestimated
By Wayne Forrest
Gadolinium retention in the brain may be more widespread than previous studies have shown, and it may not be limited to patients with brain abnormalities such as a tumor or infection, according to new research published online June 27 in Radiology.
June 26, 2017
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