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Study evaluates breast MRI use in the U.S.
By Kate Madden Yee
Breast MRI is gaining increased clinical interest as both a screening and diagnostic tool. But how many doctors are actually using the modality, and how are they using it? Researchers gathered data on this question in the hope of eventually developing practice guidelines and standardizing use of the technology.
July 23, 2008
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GE moves Optison agent through EU regulation
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The European Medicines Agency (EMEA) has withdrawn the marketing authorization for GE Healthcare's Optison ultrasound contrast agent, a move that the company said is a routine part of the firm's effort to renew regulatory approval for the product.
July 22, 2008
FluoroPharma touts phase I tracer trial
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Imaging agent developer FluoroPharma has received positive phase I clinical trial results for its myocardial perfusion imaging tracer.
July 22, 2008
CIVCO launches radiation therapy products
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Ultrasound and radiotherapy products provider CIVCO Medical Solutions has launched two new products.
July 22, 2008
RadNet acquires Delaware imaging center
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Imaging services provider RadNet has acquired an imaging center in Delaware.
July 22, 2008
Riverain gets VA contract
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Computer-aided detection (CAD) developer Riverain Medical has received a contract from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for its OnGuard CAD technology.
July 22, 2008
CAD offers potential for diagnosing pediatric pneumonia
By Erik L. Ridley
Computer-aided detection technology can assist in diagnosing pneumonia on chest radiographs in children, according to research published in the August issue of the International Journal of Medical Informatics.
July 22, 2008
Coronary calcium increases mortality risk in elderly
By Eric Barnes
The presence of coronary artery calcium substantially increases the risk of death among the elderly, a risk that increases with rising calcium burden, according to the first large study aimed at assessing the risk of elderly patients with coronary artery disease.
July 22, 2008
Modest mortality gains in CT lung screening model
By Eric Barnes
CT screening for lung cancer may provide a moderate reduction in lung cancer mortality among smokers, according to a study in the July issue of Radiology. The reduction in deaths from all causes due to screening was modest, however, due to competing causes of death among smokers of increasing age.
July 21, 2008
VC training course expands with teleradiology
By Dr. Stefaan Gryspeerdt and Dr. Philippe Lefere
The Virtual Colonoscopy Teaching Centre, founded in Belgium in 2005, has expanded to the U.S. with assistance from the University of Arizona. Drs. Stefaan Gryspeerdt and Philippe Lefere discuss how the center is able offer a unique combination of education through e-learning and practical advice through the use of teleradiology.
July 20, 2008
FDA formally updates echo contrast black box warning
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has formally released changes first announced in May and June to the black box warning labeling of echocardiography contrast agents.
July 17, 2008
Philips creates cath lab showcase in U.A.E.
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Sheikh Khalifa Medical City in Abu Dhabi has become a regional reference site for Philips Healthcare's Ambient Experience Cath Lab, echocardiography, and cardiovascular information products.
July 17, 2008
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