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Newer MRA techniques suitable for renal artery stenosis detection

By Edward Susman

Researchers at the International Symposium on Endovascular Therapy (ISET) have backed contrast-enhanced MR angiography (MRA) for diagnosing renal artery stenosis, which they say could be a good alternative to more invasive modalities.

February 21, 2006

ONI in use at Winter Olympics

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Extremity MRI developer ONI Medical Systems of Wilmington, MA, said that its OrthOne 1-tesla extremity MRI system is in use at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Torino, Italy.

February 20, 2006

First-pass MR detects subtle ischemia

MRI has gained increasing acceptance for identifying patients with even subtle coronary artery disease (CAD). In a new study from Brazil, researchers found that first-pass MRI can distinguish segments with different degrees of obstructive CAD.

February 20, 2006

Sales fall, losses grow for Epix in '05

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

MRI contrast developer Epix Pharmaceuticals reported declining sales and a higher net loss for its 2005 fiscal year and fourth quarter.

February 15, 2006

Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Methods and Biologic Applications

Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Methods and Biologic Applications offers something of interest for MRI novices as well as more experienced practitioners. The language is clear and easy to read, and the diagrams, though simple, are very helpful.

February 15, 2006

Ten questions patients should ask their MRI provider: Is this real or is it hype?

Information about MRI safety made it into the public press in 2005 more so than the years prior, from the front page of newspapers to TV news broadcasts. A TV station in Charlotte, NC, offered 10 questions for MRI patients to ask their doctor or MRI provider. MRI architectural consultant Tobias Gilk discusses whether these questions really address suite safety issues or are just hype.

February 14, 2006

GE brings imaging units to Torino, celebrates Myoview milestone

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

GE Healthcare is providing ultrasound and MR units for use at the Olympic Winter Games in Torino, Italy.

February 13, 2006

Clinical Magnetic Resonance Imaging - Volume 1

This third edition is a monumental step forward in its physical size and the scope of material. It's designed to be clinically useful and discuss current research and future potential. This behemoth of a book manages both tasks admirably.

February 13, 2006

Clinical Magnetic Resonance Imaging - Volume 3

The editors of Clinical Magnetic Resonance Imaging have exceeded expectations with this update. This set is a must-have for any academic, private practice, or personal radiological library.

February 13, 2006

Clinical Magnetic Resonance Imaging - Volume 2

The second volume presents critical and current concepts of MRI in the central nervous system. s neurologic MRI technology and applications expand, this work succeeds in keeping the pace, presenting relevant and useful information in an easily accessible format.

February 13, 2006

Schering options joint Epix-Schering agent

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

MRI contrast developer Epix Pharmaceuticals said that development and marketing partner Schering has exercised its option for a preclinical gadofluorine derivative discovered during a joint Epix-Schering research program.

February 12, 2006

ONI hires Pellerito

Extremity MRI developer ONI Medical Systems of Wilmington, MA, has hired Peter Pellerito as president and CEO.

February 12, 2006

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