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Breast
Doubts persist over DBT's clinical impact
Digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) is developing fast, but some challenges and questions remain in terms of efficiency, efficacy, safety, and quality assurance, as well as the long-term effect on mortality, two leading researchers have noted in an RSNA 2019 presentation.
December 2, 2019
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CT
Scanning the pharaohs: Ancient Egypt comes to Chicago
Ever wondered what it's like to work as a paleoradiologist? Hundreds of RSNA 2019 delegates found out on Tuesday, when a leading expert in imaging of ancient Egyptian mummies and other antiquities played a central role in a plenary session about the achievements of the country's radiologists.
December 2, 2019
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CT
CT highlights risk of lung inflammation from vaping
Fresh evidence has emerged of the health dangers of vaping. In a case report published by Archives of Disease in Childhood on November 11, U.K. authors warn that the fluid in electronic cigarettes may cause life-threatening lung inflammation in those who are susceptible, after treating a teenage boy with respiratory failure.
November 13, 2019
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MRI
New details emerge of 2nd MRI accident in Sweden
Reports appeared in the Swedish press on Tuesday about a second MRI accident that occurred in the coastal town of Varberg in April. This follows the recent incident at Sunderby Hospital in Luleå, where forensic experts have now completed their site inspection.
November 6, 2019
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MRI
Details emerge on MRI accident in Sweden
Details are beginning to emerge about an MRI accident in Sweden in which a hospital staff member was sucked toward the magnet while a patient was being scanned. The patient reportedly exited the scanner bore to help the staffer, who lost consciousness during the incident, early reports say.
October 30, 2019
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Molecular Imaging
Cancer deaths eclipse heart disease in developed world
Cancer is now the leading cause of death in high-income countries, with twice as many people dying from cancer than heart disease in these nations. Heart disease continues to be the main cause of death in less prosperous countries, according to data presented at this week's European Society of Cardiology meeting in Paris.
September 3, 2019
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MRI
German study finds trace gadolinium in fast-food drinks
Soft drinks served at fast-food outlets in a half-dozen cities in Germany had trace levels of gadolinium from MRI contrast agents, according to a recent study. While the research highlights the persistence of gadolinium in the environment, the levels most likely do not represent a health risk, experts say.
August 28, 2019
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MRI
Sports imaging: Look beyond 'dark box' and collaborate for success
To make real progress in sports imaging, radiologists must look beyond the "dark box" and collaborate with referring doctors, attend multidisciplinary meetings at the hospital, discuss cases with clinical colleagues, and get feedback on the radiology report and direct correlation with arthroscopic findings, according to Dr. Claudia Weidekamm from the Medical University of Vienna.
March 1, 2019
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CT
Vienna team secures top ECR prize for chest CT work
VIENNA - Researchers from the Medical University of Vienna have received a prestigious award for their ECR 2019 e-poster presentation about how to simplify the differential diagnosis of diffuse ground-glass opacifications using CT.
February 26, 2019
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2019
10 things to know about the man in charge of ECR 2019
As president of the European Society of Radiology, Dr. Lorenzo Derchi will preside over next week's ECR, but what do we know about the man behind the presidential mask? What really makes him tick, what are his views about radiology, and how does he relax and unwind? We've compiled 10 things you probably don't know about him.
February 19, 2019
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Chat messaging platform could reduce phone call disruptions
A chat platform integrated within the EMR and targeted education reduced phone call volume by half in a radiology department.
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Brenda McMahon, founder of the Pennsylvania Association for Sonographers, outlines the creation and work of the association.
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eConsult systems may benefit radiology-provider communication
By Amerigo Allegretto
Electronic consult (eConsult) platforms provide documented pathway for imaging questions and support radiologists as consultants.
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Of 175 survey respondents, 132 reported significant symptom improvement at least two years following embolization.
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Podcast: Frank Lexa discusses the 3 major trends facing radiology today
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Can radiology stay human in an era of mega-practices, private equity, and AI?
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MRI shows how hormones affect mood
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MRI scans show how higher progesterone levels indicate lower mood.
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Radiologist pipeline trails increase in training positions
By Will Morton
Radiology residency positions rose 33% between 2010 and 2025.
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