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Hybrid modalities disappoint in bone metastases accuracy
By Wayne Forrest
Despite the apparent technological advantages of SPECT/CT, PET/CT, and PET/MRI, the three hybrid modalities do not perform appreciably better than planar bone scintigraphy in detecting and diagnosing bone metastases, according to a study published online August 10 in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine.
August 20, 2017
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Zecotek wins PET crystal order
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Photonic technologies developer Zecotek Photonics has received an order for its lutetium fine silicate (LFS) scintillation crystals for use in a neuroimaging PET scanner developed by a U.S. device manufacturer.
August 17, 2017
Saudi-Irish study highlights major differences in MRI practice
By Philip Ward
An investigation of quality management for abdominal and pelvic MRI scans in Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Ireland has shown that staffing issues, variable adherence to local rules and procedures, and lack of policies governing work practices contribute to major fluctuations in clinical practice.
August 17, 2017
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Alzeca raises $11M in private financing
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Contrast agent developer Alzeca Biosciences has raised $11 million in a placement of series A funds with private investors.
August 17, 2017
JAMA: PET best option to diagnose ischemic heart disease
By Wayne Forrest
A head-to-head comparison to determine the most accurate modality for diagnosing myocardial ischemia has found that PET outperforms SPECT, coronary CT angiography, and hybrid variations of the three modalities in patients with suspected coronary artery disease, according to a study published online August 16 in JAMA Cardiology.
August 16, 2017
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International Isotopes grows sales in Q2
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Buoyed by a double-digit increase in radiochemical product sales, radioisotope manufacturer International Isotopes posted gains for the second quarter and first six months of 2017.
August 15, 2017
Arab Health 2018 adds 8 conferences
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The Arab Health Congress will be featuring eight new conferences in 2018 as well as several expansions for its Imaging and Diagnostics conference.
August 15, 2017
Novarad signs Calif. hospital
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
RIS/PACS vendor Novarad has added Beverly Hospital of Montebello, CA, to its customer list.
August 15, 2017
Is enterprise imaging on a slow road to mediocrity?
By Steve Holloway
The evolution of the imaging IT market in the U.S. over the past decade has been messy. Previously clear definitions for PACS and RIS have blurred, and healthcare providers have struggled to keep up. Market research consultant Stephen Holloway of Signify Research offers his view of the road ahead.
August 15, 2017
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Siemens inks research deal with Houston Methodist
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Siemens Healthineers and Houston Methodist Hospital have signed a multiyear imaging technology and research agreement.
August 14, 2017
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Toshiba brings new CT scanner to Minn. hospital
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Toshiba Medical has delivered its Aquilion One Genesis Edition CT scanner to St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, MN.
August 14, 2017
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Clario adds new VP of sales
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Software developer Clario Medical Imaging has appointed a new vice president of sales.
August 14, 2017
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