Brian Casey

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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 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

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

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

Minnies winners; new 2D tomo mode; Oosterwijk on PACS/RIS

October 24, 2012

Minnies winners highlight importance of breast imaging

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October 23, 2012

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Meet the Minnies 2025 semifinalist candidates

See who's in contention for the 2025 edition of the Minnies, our annual award competition recognizing excellence in radiology.

Nurse Elderly Patient

Experts urge caution for image interpretation by NPPs

Lotter Fda Sa Md 2025

U.S. FDA may need to clarify SaMD validation standards

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PSMA-PET/CT may replace NaF-PET/CT in advanced prostate cancer

Register Now: Breaking Barriers in Breast Imaging Webinar

Register Now: Breaking Barriers in Breast Imaging Webinar

ASTRO: Trial suggests postoperative RT in high-risk bladder cancer

Moderate doses of radiation therapy (RT) after bladder removal surgery cut rates of new pelvic cancer, according to researchers.

September 30, 2025

Moscone Center Astro

ASTRO: Lu-177 PNT2002 added to SBRT delays prostate cancer progression

Two cycles of lutetium-177 PNT2002 before stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) significantly improved progression-free survival.

September 29, 2025

Moscone Center Astro

ASTRO: Contemporary IMRT comparable to proton therapy for throat cancer

Phase III U.K. TORPEdO trial investigated proton beam therapy for reducing long-term treatment-related toxicities.

September 29, 2025

Moscone Center Astro

NAPT survey results show promise for proton therapy adoption

By Amerigo Allegretto

Proton therapy continues to experience increased clinical use, but barriers to care continue to limit its potential.

September 29, 2025

Survey Form 400

ASTRO: Low-dose RT effective for treating knee osteoarthritis

By Amerigo Allegretto

Research presented at ASTRO 2025 showed the effectiveness of low-dose radiation therapy for treating knee osteoarthritis.

September 29, 2025

Moscone Center Astro

ASTRO: Genomic test predicts benefit of hormone therapy in prostate cancer

Patients with a prostate tumor subtype known as luminal B had meaningful benefits from the addition of apalutamide to secondary radiotherapy.

September 29, 2025

Moscone Center Astro

ASTRO: Patient navigation key to mitigating RT treatment disparities

By Kate Madden Yee

"Patients are lost and need to be navigated," said presenter Christina Chapman, MD, of Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.

September 29, 2025

Moscone Center Astro

ASTRO: Radiotherapy offers opportunities beyond cancer treatment

By Kate Madden Yee

Radiotherapy isn't just for cancer treatment, according to talks at ASTRO 2025 in San Francisco.

September 28, 2025

Moscone Center Astro

Case report: Pluvicto as a first-line treatment in late-stage prostate cancer

Since 1996, the patient continually declined androgen deprivation therapy, chemotherapy, and local therapy to the prostate gland.

September 26, 2025

Burden of PSMA-expressing prostate cancer before and after treatment with two cycles of Lu-177 PSMA-617. (A and B) Reduction in overall disease burden is evident after treatment. Avidity of patient’s primary prostate tumor and his osseous metastasis shown before (C) and after (D) treatment.

New brain MRI technique could help identify Alzheimer's

By Kate Madden Yee

Researchers used 7-tesla MRI to demonstrate how microvessel pulses in the brain's deep white matter increase with age.

September 26, 2025

Scholarly activity low among residency program directors

By Amerigo Allegretto

Study results point toward program directors focusing on administrative responsibilities rather than scholarly activity.

September 26, 2025

Research Highlighter Res

3D DEXA shows value in patients with prostate cancer

3D DEXA may be a practical and valuable tool for detecting structural bone changes in prostate cancer patients.

September 25, 2025

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