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MRI protocol could replace biopsy for pediatric liver disease

By Wayne Forrest

Researchers at the University of California, San Diego have developed a new MRI technique that shows early promise for noninvasively detecting and evaluating nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in children, according to a study published online February 5 in Hepatology.

February 4, 2015

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Superheroes defeat MRI fears; radiology in India; fine-tuning CAD for x-ray

February 2, 2015

fMRI highlights brain's reaction when we hear advice

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Using functional MRI (fMRI), researchers are investigating how the brain reacts to advice, such as when a doctor tells a patient to exercise more or a spouse encourages healthier eating.

February 2, 2015

Report from IRIA 2015: A conversation with Dr. Bhavin Jankharia

By Saurabh Jha, MD

KOCHI, INDIA - India's national radiology congress, hosted by the Indian Radiological and Imaging Association (IRIA), just wrapped up on February 1. AuntMinnie.com contributing writer Dr. Saurabh Jha was on hand in Kochi, where he spoke with many of the luminaries of Indian radiology. In this article, he interviews Dr. Bhavin Jankharia, one of the country's foremost private-practice radiologists.

February 2, 2015

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Superheroes help kids triumph over fears of MRI scans

By Wayne Forrest

Having to go to the hospital for an MRI scan can be daunting for any patient. But it's even scarier for a young child who may be having an imaging exam for the first time. A New York City hospital has found that transforming kids into superheroes can help them triumph over their fears.

February 2, 2015

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Preclinical imaging market to hit $800M by 2019

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

The global preclinical imaging market, which includes optical imaging, micro-MRI, microultrasound, photoacoustic imaging, and magnetic particle imaging systems, is expected to reach an annual value of $797 million by 2019, according to a recent report by MarketsandMarkets.

January 29, 2015

MRI links repeated head blows with adverse brain results

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

MRI scans have linked repeated blows to the head from serial boxing or martial arts to smaller volumes in certain brain regions and slower processing speeds, according to a study published online January 29 in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.

January 29, 2015

fMRI finds source of emotion issues in autism

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Researchers from the University of North Carolina used functional MRI (fMRI) to detect differences in how autistic people regulate their emotions.

January 29, 2015

Radiologists score with NFL work; new MRI safety board; radiology food signs

January 28, 2015

Radiologists score growing role in sports medicine for NFL teams

When Super Bowl XLIX kicks off on Sunday, it will be the culmination of months of hard work for players, coaches, and staff who take the field at University of Phoenix Stadium in Arizona. Off the field, radiologists are playing a growing role for NFL teams by providing definitive diagnoses that help injured athletes recover and get back on the field faster.

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GE plans multiple installs in Kuwait

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

GE Healthcare is scheduled to install several scanners in the near future at several hospitals in Kuwait.

January 27, 2015

New board taps growing demand for MRI safety

By Wayne Forrest

The rising number of MRI accidents is fueling a growing interest in better safety procedures in MRI suites. Two MRI safety advocates are tapping that sentiment by forming a new board to create standardized testing and certification framework for radiology professionals who work with MRI scanners.

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