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Multitransmit MR improves lumbar spine imaging at 3T
By Wayne Forrest
Researchers at the University of Vermont in Burlington showed promising results of how parallel transmission (multitransmit) MRI at 3-tesla magnet strength can improve image quality in the lumbar spine by reducing shading and other dielectric effects.
December 8, 2010
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MR images capture birth process
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
German physicians and healthcare providers at Charité University Hospital in Berlin recently followed the birth of a child on an open MRI system.
December 7, 2010
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Health Affairs articles explode self-referral myths
By Kate Madden Yee
Physician self-referral for advanced imaging exams is leading to increased healthcare spending, with little evidence that patients are enjoying any perceived benefits from the practice, such as convenience from same-day exams, according to a series of articles published this week in Health Affairs.
December 7, 2010
Vessel targeting enhances uterine fibroid ablation
By Tami Freeman
Targeted MR-guided high-intensity focused ultrasound ablation of vessels supplying uterine fibroids could achieve complete fibroid ablation with reduced treatment times, according to a study from the Netherlands.
December 7, 2010
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First U.K. install of Siemens' Aera MRI
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Siemens Healthcare has installed its Magnetom Aera 1.5-tesla MRI system at Wythenshawe Hospital in Manchester, U.K.
December 6, 2010
Toshiba offers CT, MRA classes
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Toshiba America Medical Systems is offering two new classes at its Education Center in Irvine, CA, in CT and MR angiography (MRA).
December 2, 2010
Brain MRI recommended for children with hydrocephalus
By Cynthia E. Keen
CHICAGO - Though CT is commonly used to monitor children with shunted hydrocephalus, it comes at a high radiation-dose price. MRI using rapid brain protocols can produce diagnostically acceptable results and eliminate the repeated exposure to CT radiation dose, researchers have found.
December 2, 2010
MRI screening effective for women with breast cancer history
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
A new study supports the use of breast MRI screening as an adjunct to mammography for women with a personal history of breast cancer, according to a presentation at this week's RSNA meeting in Chicago.
December 1, 2010
MRS helps diagnose traumatic brain disorder in athletes
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
MR spectroscopy (MRS) may help in the early detection of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), according to a study presented Wednesday at the RSNA 2010 meeting in Chicago.
December 1, 2010
Toshiba touts CT dose reduction, MRI and US upgrades
By Brian Casey
CHICAGO - At this week's RSNA 2010 meeting in Chicago, Toshiba America Medical Systems is highlighting its ongoing work to reduce CT radiation dose. The firm is also touting upgrades within its ultrasound, MRI, and x-ray product lines.
November 30, 2010
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Rads can help surgeons by changing MR shoulder tear descriptions
By Wayne Forrest
CHICAGO - Radiologists should describe superior and posterior labral lesions as fraying and/or tearing in their reports to surgeons, unless radiologists can clearly see a displaced tear, according to a study presented Monday at the RSNA annual meeting.
November 30, 2010
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Hitachi highlights MRI updates, installs at RSNA
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Hitachi Medical Systems America is highlighting updates to its MRI systems and new installations at this years RSNA meeting in Chicago.
November 29, 2010
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