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CMS provides details on new PET coverage
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released two transmittals on April 1 that update the PET national coverage determination (NCD) for the new cervical cancer coverage guidelines, describe the agency's PET registry project, and explain the coding and billing instructions for the new current procedural terminology (CPT) codes.
April 7, 2005
Digital flat-panel UFE guidance cuts skin radiation dose
By Peggy Peck
NEW ORLEANS - Radiation exposure during uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) procedures can be cut in half by using a digital flat-panel system in dynamic mode for guidance, according to a presentation Monday at the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) meeting.
April 5, 2005
SIR reports validate UFE approach for fibroids
By Brian Casey
April 4, 2005
Mirabel raises $9 million
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Electrical impedance scanning (EIS) developer Mirabel Medical Systems (formerly known as TransScan) has closed a $9 million second round of funding. The Austin, TX-based firm said the investment will allow it to continue efforts to bring its T-Scan 2000 ED device to market over the next year.
April 4, 2005
Latest UFE studies show importance of both fibroid and particle size
By Peggy Peck
NEW ORLEANS - Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) studies presented this past weekend at the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) meeting drove home an important message: Fibroid volume, as well as the size of the spherical polyvinyl alcohol (SPVA) particles used in treatment, can determine the success of UFE.
April 4, 2005
Fischer's 2004 net loss narrows on higher sales
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Mammography vendor Fischer Imaging reported a 39% increase in sales for the company's fiscal 2004 (end-December 31), while the Denver firm's net loss narrowed due to higher product sales and better gross margins.
March 31, 2005
DOBI adds to coffers
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Optical breast imaging developer DOBI Medical International has completed a private placement of its common stock with a group of institutional and other investors, generating expected net proceeds of $9.7 million.
March 29, 2005
Suture-mediated closure puts UAE patients back on their feet sooner
By Shalmali Pal
Suture-mediated closure devices (SMCDs) are used routinely in patients undergoing treatment for peripheral vascular disease or anticoagulation. However, SMCD use is controversial for women receiving uterine artery embolization (UAE) for symptomatic leiomyomata. A new study examines the safety and efficacy of these devices in the UAE population.
March 29, 2005
Balloon cath brachytherapy offers local breast cancer control, better cosmetics
Treating early-stage breast cancer with balloon catheter brachytherapy is safe and effective, according to the initial research by the American Society of Breast Surgeons (ASBS).
March 29, 2005
Mammo display clearance for Siemens
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Imaging display developer Siemens Display Technologies of Lafayette, CO, has received 510(k) approval from the Food and Drug Administration for its 5-megapixel liquid-crystal display for mammography applications.
March 27, 2005
Zonare, Hologic ink service deal
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Ultrasound technology developer Zonare Medical Systems and women's imaging vendor Hologic have signed a service support agreement.
March 24, 2005
Building BMD naturally -- soy far, soy good?
By Shalmali Pal
Consuming soy products has been linked with decreased rates of osteoporosis and related fractures, as well as other conditions such as cardiovascular disease and certain cancers. While it may not do any harm, does soy actually have benefits for slowing down osteoporosis and bone deterioration? Recent studies have taken a closer look at the link between soy intake and bone health.
March 24, 2005
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