Philip Ward[email protected]BreastDoubts persist over DBT's clinical impactDigital 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, 2019CTScanning the pharaohs: Ancient Egypt comes to ChicagoEver 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, 2019CTCT highlights risk of lung inflammation from vapingFresh 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, 2019MRINew details emerge of 2nd MRI accident in SwedenReports 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, 2019MRIDetails emerge on MRI accident in SwedenDetails 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, 2019Molecular ImagingCancer deaths eclipse heart disease in developed worldCancer 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, 2019MRIGerman study finds trace gadolinium in fast-food drinksSoft 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, 2019MRISports imaging: Look beyond 'dark box' and collaborate for successTo 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, 2019CTVienna team secures top ECR prize for chest CT workVIENNA - 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, 2019201910 things to know about the man in charge of ECR 2019As 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, 2019Previous PagePage 6 of 18Next PageTop StoriesSNMMI 2026SNMMI: Incoming president talks meeting highlights, previews next yearAuntMinnie.com interviewed incoming SNMMI president Heather Jacene, MD.SNMMI 2026SNMMI: Biomarkers predict I-131 response in obese thyroid cancer patientsRisk ManagementPodcast: Telltale signs your MRI safety standards are inadequateSNMMI 2026SNMMI: Theranostic approach may treat PSMA-negative prostate cancerBreastASCO: Use of GLP-1 drugs linked to lower breast cancer cases
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