Chest Radiology: Page 111

Novel MRI scans could aid in cystic fibrosis
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Researchers from the University of Missouri are combining MRI and a form of helium used as a contrast agent to visualize lung function in people with cystic fibrosis.
April 12, 2017
PET identifies cell mutations in NSCLC patients
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
With the help of FDG-PET and an advanced image analysis technique known as radiomics, researchers have identified genetic cell mutations that can cause non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), according to a study published in the April issue of the Journal of Nuclear Medicine.
April 3, 2017
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Role of imaging modalities is changing for PE diagnosis
By Eric Barnes
The use of ventilation/perfusion SPECT scans to rule out pulmonary embolism (PE) is evolving. What used to be the definitive test for PE is shifting into a role that harmonizes with the use of pulmonary CT angiography, according to an article in the American Journal of Roentgenology.
March 30, 2017
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NeuroLogica launches mobile lung CT unit
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Samsung NeuroLogica said it has launched the first mobile lung CT unit featuring an ambulance outfitted with the company's BodyTom CT scanner.
March 23, 2017
Kazerooni to chair ACS Lung Cancer Roundtable
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Dr. Ella Kazerooni has been named as chair of the American Cancer Society (ACS) National Lung Cancer Roundtable.
March 23, 2017
Clinical decision tools influence CTA use
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Clinical decision-support tools could positively influence the diagnostic workup of patients with suspected pulmonary embolism and affect the use of pulmonary CT angiography (CTA) for evaluating them, according to a web exclusive article in the March issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology.
March 23, 2017
Racial disparities continue in lung cancer treatment
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Racial disparities continue to exist in the treatment and outcomes of patients diagnosed with stage I non-small cell lung cancer, according to research presented at the 2017 Multidisciplinary Thoracic Cancers Symposium in San Francisco.
March 16, 2017
Blood test shows cancer recurrence before CT
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
A blood test that identifies specific biomarkers can detect lung cancer recurrence before CT or PET/CT scans find evidence, according to research presented at the 2017 Multidisciplinary Thoracic Cancers Symposium in San Francisco.
March 16, 2017
Counseling visits help patients understand CT screening
By Brian Casey
Individuals who completed counseling visits prior to CT lung cancer screening exams demonstrated greater knowledge of the studies after the sessions, including a better understanding of screening's benefits and harms, according to a study published in the March edition of Chest.
March 14, 2017
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Deep learning can provide first read of chest x-rays
By Erik L. Ridley
A computer-aided detection system developed using deep-learning technology can perform an initial review of chest x-rays, helping radiologists to prioritize interpretation of cases that are more likely to be abnormal, according to a presentation last week at ECR 2017.
March 9, 2017
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Chest CT with iterative recon achieves x-ray doses
By Eric Barnes
VIENNA - Chest CT scans acquired at radiation doses as low as an x-ray showed lesions of all kinds conspicuously, using the latest dual-source CT scanner and iterative reconstruction. Individualized approaches tailored to specific lesion types cut the dose even further, researchers said on Friday at ECR 2017.
March 3, 2017
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Video from ECR 2017: Dr. Martine Rémy-Jardin on pulmonary embolism
VIENNA - When you mention pulmonary embolism (PE), the chances are you will think of Dr. Martine Rémy-Jardin, PhD, head of the cardiothoracic imaging department at the University Centre of Lille in France. In this video interview, she speaks about persistent controversies in PE and how to optimize patient management.
March 2, 2017
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