Head and Neck Radiology: Page 61

MR study shows how whiplash can be perpetual pain in the neck
By Shalmali Pal
Most whiplash cases resolve themselves, often without treatment. But in some instances, the pain and discomfort from whiplash and whiplash-associated disorders (WAD), can persist for long periods of time. Researchers in Australia and the U.S. relied on MRI to assess why some people experience chronic repercussions from whiplash.
November 15, 2006
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Viasys receives 510(k)
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Medical technology developer Viasys Healthcare has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration 510(k) clearance for its Sonora and Sonora/tek digital transcranial Doppler ultrasound systems.
November 14, 2006
US study finds pioglitazone slows carotid thickening in type 2 diabetes
By Edward Susman
CHICAGO - Using high-resolution B-mode ultrasound, researchers found that the drug pioglitazone helped prevent carotid artery wall thickening in patients with type 2 diabetes better than the comparative drug glimepiride. They presented their findings at this week's American Heart Association (AHA) meeting.
November 12, 2006
Exxim Computing
By Brian Casey
Pleasanton, CA-based Exxim Computing will highlight its Cone Beam Reconstruction (COBRA) software in its technical exhibit booth at this month's RSNA conference.
November 7, 2006
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Truphatek unveils MR conditional laryngoscope
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Medical device developer Truphatek International of Natanya, Israel, has launched its TRU-MR package, which features MR-compatible laryngoscope blades, handles, and batteries.
November 6, 2006
Study: MRI analysis could help prevent brain damage from stroke
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
New MRI techniques can discriminate between stroke patients who are likely to benefit from a stroke medication -- even when administered beyond the currently approved three-hour time window -- and those for whom treatment is unlikely to be beneficial and may cause harm.
November 1, 2006
AIUM teams with AACE on training
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) and the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) have partnered to enhance training, safety, and policies and procedures in ultrasound examinations.
October 26, 2006
TeraRecon launches dental CT system
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Advanced visualization firm TeraRecon of San Mateo, CA, launched a conebeam CT system for dental imaging as a work-in-progress at this week's American Dental Association meeting in Las Vegas.
October 18, 2006
Defining a role for MRI in TMJ disorders
By Shalmali Pal
MRI has gained popularity for assessing the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), whether it's to look for inflammation, disk displacement, or joint effusion. Researchers in Japan used the modality to pinpoint TMJ disorders, then compared them to discrepancies of the glenoid fossa. But not everyone is sold on TMJ MRI, as a group in Sweden questioned whether enough evidence existed to make MRI part of the routine clinical protocol for TMJ evaluation.
October 12, 2006
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Plastic surgeons pick US for resetting broken noses
By Shalmali Pal
SAN FRANCISCO - Ultrasound allows reconstructive surgeons to visualize superficial and deep regions of the nasal cavities before adjusting bone fractures, according to a presentation this week at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons meeting.
October 8, 2006
BrainLab introduces Kolibri 2.0
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Image-guided therapy firm BrainLab USA of Westchester, IL, has released Kolibri 2.0, a portable image-guided surgery platform for ear, nose, and throat (ENT) applications.
October 1, 2006
3D penetrates trauma imaging niche
By Cynthia E. Keen
The use of 3D imaging in trauma applications is escalating rapidly, helping to improve the process of surgical planning, and in some cases eliminating or reducing the extent of invasive surgeries. The technology is also stimulating face-to-face collaboration between radiologists and surgeons.
August 23, 2006
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