Jonathan S. Batchelor[email protected]Molecular ImagingUnexpected FDG-PET foci may signal subclinical tumorsFDG-PET is showing promise for detecting unexpected malignant and pre-malignant neoplasms other than the primary cancer for which the patient is scanned, according to the results of a study lead by Dr. Harry Agress, Jr. at Hackensack University Medical Center in New Jersey.December 25, 2002Practice ManagementDue diligence builds imaging center muscleAlthough current industry dynamics are highly favorable for opening independent imaging centers, a few key factors can help entrepreneurs ensure the success of their business. Consultant Scott Raymond tells you what some of these factors are.December 18, 2002CTPET/CT shows promise for peritoneal carcinomatosisCHICAGO - The combination of two technologies with PET/CT fusion imaging could provide the best possible imaging study for the detection of ovarian cancer.December 5, 2002PACS/VNAVoice recognition reduces report turnaround time in Vienna facilityCHICAGO - Using voice recognition technology, one group reported an average turnaround time of 6.53 hours from the time an exam is performed to the time the report is sent, a time savings of 39%.December 4, 2002Digital X-RayHigh-throughput CR from Fuji set to challenge DRCHICAGO - The vendor this week unveiled the FCR Velocity, a high-throughput CR device that is capable of up to 240 images per hour.December 2, 2002CTCTI Molecular Imaging unveils 16-slice PET/CT systemCHICAGO - The PET scanner in CTI's new combo system utilizes lutetium oxyorthosilicate crystals rather than conventional bismuth germinate oxide crystals, resulting in higher detection efficiency.December 2, 2002Molecular ImagingFDG tops gallium for imaging pediatric lymphomaCHICAGO - When it comes to sensitivity and accuracy, the radionuclide of choice for imaging pediatric lymphoma is fluorodeoxyglucose.November 30, 2002Digital X-RayDigital x-ray begins to benefit from economies of scale, Part IIThe following article is Part II of AuntMinnie.com's RadCast preview of new x-ray products at the 2002 Radiological Society of North America meeting.November 30, 2002Digital X-RayDigital x-ray begins to benefit from economies of scaleEconomies of scale are beginning to work in favor of digital radiography for perhaps the first time. With more developers entering the field, the range of technology options -- from retrofits of existing analog x-ray systems to new state-of-the-art devices -- has never been greater.November 30, 2002Product NewsNew ultrasound products highlight modality’s expansion, Part IIThe following article is Part II of AuntMinnie.com's RadCast preview of new ultrasound products at the 2002 Radiological Society of North America meeting.November 30, 2002Previous PagePage 67 of 82Next PageTop StoriesMolecular ImagingPET scans tie fast food to altered blood flow in the heartUltraprocessed foods may acutely affect vascular and brain function, researchers report.AIAI boosts rads' identification of incidental PE on CT imagingPractice ManagementHow are technologists dealing with higher vacancy rates?UltrasoundUltrasound screening for vasa previa tied to better pregnancy outcomesDigital X-RayAI could be cost-effective for osteoporosis screening