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CT assesses plaque composition, but with difficulty
By Eric Barnes
Mean attenuation scores at multidetector-row CT show distinct and reliable differences in the composition of atherosclerotic plaques, far surpassing the capabilities of ultrasound, according to a new study from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). But on a 16-slice MDCT scanner, overlapping attenuation values still make it difficult to assign specific plaque composition types to specific tissue samples.
September 17, 2006
UAE with PVA microspheres yields sustained symptom improvement
By Shalmali Pal
Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) microspheres were developed in response to the disadvantages of irregular PVA agents, such as clumping and size variability, explained Dr. Gary Siskin, who led a prospective multicenter trial that looked at uterine artery embolization (UAE) versus myomectomy. In the third arm of this large-scale UAE study, the researchers evaluated how these newer PVA agents faired in UAE, as well as how the procedure compared to myomectomy.
September 17, 2006
Atlas of Ultrasound Measurements
Different specialists can appreciate Atlas of Ultrasound Measurements in specific ways. The book thoroughly covers a wide variety of topics with an evidence-based approach. In addition to anatomic measurements, a surprisingly comprehensive coverage of Doppler interrogation of vascular anatomy is presented.
September 17, 2006
Fonar revenues plunge, firm posts big loss
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Revenues at MRI vendor Fonar plunged in fiscal-year 2006 and the company dove into the red as MRI sales dropped.
September 14, 2006
PLC Systems unveils CIN prevention technology
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
PLC Systems of Franklin, MA, plans to initiate clinical studies by 2007 for a new product designed to protect kidney function from the potentially harmful effects of contrast media.
September 14, 2006
Medicsight names new CEO, VP
London-based computer-aided detection firm Medicsight named Etienne Vanderstokker as CEO, and promoted Ravi Bickram Shrestha to vice president of commercial and operations worldwide.
September 14, 2006
Epix regains Nasdaq symbol
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
MRI contrast developer Epix Pharmaceuticals' common stock will resume trading under its previous ticker symbol, EPIX, effective immediately.
September 14, 2006
Varian inks Belgian contract
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Radiation oncology developer Varian Medical Systems reported that it has sold a collection of radiotherapy equipment and software systems to facilities in Belgium.
September 14, 2006
Dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI shows promise in mesothelioma
By Wayne Forrest
An international group of researchers said they have encouraging preliminary results from the use of dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI (DCE-MRI) to help determine the malignancy of cancer cells in the protective sac -- the mesothelium -- that surrounds most of the body's internal organs.
September 14, 2006
Part II: Choosing between MR and US in musculoskeletal imaging
By Erik L. Ridley
In Part I of this article, Dr. Levon Nazarian, a professor and vice chairman of education at Thomas Jefferson University (TJU) Hospital in Philadelphia, focused on picking the right modality for imaging the upper extremities. The second part of his talk highlights exams of the hip, knee, ankle, and foot. As with the upper body, the choice of modality for musculoskeletal imaging should be undertaken with care.
September 14, 2006
Elekta adds Cooper University to Perfexion client roster
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Swedish radiation therapy firm Elekta will be installing its Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, NJ.
September 13, 2006
MIV to acquire Vascore
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Stent coating and delivery systems developer MIV Therapeutics has inked a deal to buy Chinese cardiovascular stent manufacturer Vascore Medical.
September 13, 2006
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