Brian Casey

Image Processing
Rib suppression algorithm enables better chest x-ray imaging
Monday, November 26 | 10:30 a.m.-10:40 a.m. | SSC14-01 | Room S403AThe increasing use of digital radiography has given rise to a host of image processing techniques that can improve image quality and reduce dose. In this Monday morning presentation, researchers report on one such algorithm, which suppresses contrast from the ribs to enable the use of a more optimal imaging protocol.
November 12, 2012
CT
CT beats radiography for assessing spondyloarthritis
Sunday, November 25 | 11:45 a.m.-11:55 a.m. | SSA14-07 | Room E451BCT is better than radiography for assessing the sacroiliac joints in patients with spondyloarthritis, Canadian researchers confirmed, and CT-based criteria should be developed for guiding therapy of these individuals.
November 12, 2012
Ultrasound
GE taps interest in ABUS with U-Systems acquisition
You know you're onto something when the big boys come calling. GE Healthcare has announced its acquisition of automated breast ultrasound (ABUS) developer U-Systems, a move that highlights the rapid evolution of ABUS from a niche technology into a promising adjunct to screening mammography.
November 8, 2012
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Molecular Imaging
The election and radiology; Facebook faux pas; International Day of Radiology
November 7, 2012
CT
Road to RSNA preview launches; medical radiation still a hazard; 2013 imaging cuts
November 5, 2012
Practice Management
GAO attacks self-referral; calling all residents; more ASTRO news
October 31, 2012
Practice Management
GAO attacks imaging self-referral, requests pay cut for exams
A new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) takes a hard line on physician self-referral of imaging services, detailing more than $100 million in annual unnecessary spending in CT and MRI alone. The report recommends steps to curb the practice, including a pay cut for self-referred imaging studies.
October 31, 2012
Radiation Oncology/Therapy
Massive storm affects East Coast radiology; news from ASTRO; support for breast screening
October 29, 2012
Editor's Note
Minnies winners; new 2D tomo mode; Oosterwijk on PACS/RIS
October 24, 2012
Breast
Minnies winners highlight importance of breast imaging
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October 23, 2012
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AI
HPI: Evidence contradicts broad claims about AI, radiology workforce
A team from the Neiman HPI expressed concern about comments published in JAMA Health Forum regarding AI's impact on the radiology workforce.
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Womens Imaging
New research initiative to create protocol for women with BAC
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Ultrasound
Siemens focuses ultrasound business on procedural imaging
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Ultrasound
FDA: Philips Lumify ultrasound issue tied to 4 deaths
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CT
New dataset maps people eligible for LDCT lung cancer screening
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