2012: Page 5

Evidence-based controversies in breast MRI
By Mélisande Rouger
VIENNA - Professor Francesco Sardanelli, director of radiology at the IRCCS Policlinico San Donato in Milan, Italy, will focus on evidence-based controversies in breast MRI during a dedicated course at the European Congress of Radiology. He also spoke with ECR Today about the topic.
March 1, 2012
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CT vendors concentrate on new systems' cost-effectiveness and lower doses
By John Bonner
VIENNA - In times of shrinking budgets, radiology managers have to think even more carefully before investing in new systems, as well as try to ensure that such systems are used cost-effectively. Siemens aims to meet those needs with two new CT systems being showcased at the European Congress of Radiology.
March 1, 2012
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Low-voltage technique slashes radiation dose in CCTA
By Erik L. Ridley
VIENNA - The combination of 100-kV CT tube voltage and a low-noise reconstruction filter can significantly lower radiation dose in coronary CT angiography (CCTA) while maintaining image quality, according to a study presented at the European Congress of Radiology.
February 29, 2012
Digital breast tomosynthesis will replace mammography
By Rebekah Moan
VIENNA - In 10 years, breast tomosynthesis will replace full-field digital mammography because of its higher sensitivity, enhanced image quality, and ability to image dense breasts, predicted a presenter at the European Congress of Radiology on Thursday.
February 29, 2012
Growing ECR adds new subspecialties, attendees for 2012
By Eric Barnes
VIENNA - Among the firsts in store for this year's 2012 European Congress of Radiology (ECR) will be free, live webcasts of key events, including today's opening session, organizers said in a news conference today launching the event. This year's 24th ECR is expecting more than 20,000 participants and 300 vendors from more than 90 countries.
February 29, 2012
Unfors launches dosimetry unit at ECR
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Testing-instruments provider Unfors RaySafe has launched a personal dosimetry system at the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) in Vienna.
February 29, 2012
Sectra shows radiology IT product suites at ECR
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
PACS developer Sectra is showcasing its radiology informatics products and systems by clinical application at the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) being held in Vienna this week.
February 29, 2012
Imaging modalities prove crucial for an accurate differential diagnosis of inflammatory conditions
By David Zizka
VIENNA - Radiological imaging together with the contribution of nuclear medicine is crucial in the diagnosis of inflammatory conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease, according to a session on Thursday at the European Congress of Radiology.
February 29, 2012
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Functional breast techniques receive cautious vote of confidence
By Rebekah Moan
VIENNA - Dynamic contrast-enhanced MR mammography is a sensitive method for detecting breast cancer because it highlights tumor vasculature, but diagnostic results may vary depending on reader experience. Diffusion-weighted imaging and MR spectroscopy aim to address this issue, and are continuing to show promise, according to a refresher course at the European Congress of Radiology.
February 29, 2012
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Act now to ensure CT isn't 'the doughnut of death' in trauma
By Philip Ward
VIENNA - For high-quality trauma care, radiologists must recognize the importance of making the CT scanner a safe place for severely injured patients by working with the emergency department and anesthetic staff, making sure that protocols for scanning and reporting trauma patients are adhered to, and developing services that can be delivered within a few minutes 24 hours a day.
February 29, 2012
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High-field MRI creates new options in cardiac cases
By Philip Ward
VIENNA - Successful cardiac examinations with 3-tesla MRI do not require wizardry or exceptional powers, but they do call for solid knowledge of the potential problems and the technical aspects of the equipment, according to a presentation on Thursay at the European Congress of Radiology.
February 29, 2012
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Pancreatic cancer management demands teamwork, multidisciplinary approach
By Frances Rylands-Monk
VIENNA - Management and treatment of pancreatic cancer patients is a complex and challenging task requiring a multilateral effort across medical specialties. Speakers at today's session intend to illustrate a unified approach to pancreatic cancer that enables the goals of each specialty to be achieved for timely diagnosis and effective treatment.
February 29, 2012
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