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Multislice CT may improve virtual colonoscopy results
By Eric Barnes
With multidetector-row CT being used increasingly for virtual colonoscopy exams, researchers are eager to find out if the technology’s prowess in other applications will translate to higher sensitivity and specificity in colorectal cancer detection. So far, indirect comparisons suggest better results using MDCT.
May 1, 2003
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BrainLab lands first BrainSuite sale
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Image-guided-surgery developer BrainLab has sold its first BrainSuite integrated neurosurgical operating room, to Staten Island University Hospital in New York City.
April 30, 2003
Screening ultrasound has specific limitations in abdominal trauma
By Erik L. Ridley
Ultrasound can be an effective screening approach for blunt abdominal trauma (BAT) cases, but more imaging studies may be needed for some high-risk patients, according to a study from the University of California, San Diego.
April 30, 2003
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Limited fetal risk seen in uroradiological procedures on pregnant patients
CHICAGO - Pregnant women need not avoid diagnostic and interventional radiological procedures because of radiation concerns, U.K. investigators said Wednesday at the American Urological Association meeting.
April 30, 2003
Advanced radiation therapy use rising
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
U.S. radiation oncology facilities are increasingly adopting state-of-the-art radiation treatment techniques, according to a recent study published by market research and consulting firm IMV Medical Information Division.
April 29, 2003
Power Doppler US spots tumor vascularity for prostate cancer staging
By Paula Moyer
CHICAGO - Power Doppler sonography, with a 3-D reconstruction component to assess neovascularization, is more effective than B-mode ultrasound in diagnosing and staging prostate cancer, according to a presentation Tuesday at the American Urological Association.
April 29, 2003
ASNR papers highlight Combidex for tumor imaging
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
A pair of presentations at the American Society of Neuroradiology (ASNR) annual meeting in Washington, DC, indicates that MR imaging in conjunction with the ultrasmall superparamagnetic iron oxide contrast agent Combidex shows promise in tumor imaging.
April 29, 2003
CTA, MRA advance aneurysm diagnosis and follow-up
WASHINGTON, DC - More powerful and refined imaging techniques will improve the detection and diagnosis of aneurysms, researchers said Tuesday at the American Society of Neuroradiology (ASNR) meeting in Washington, DC.
April 29, 2003
Aetna adds Given Imaging to reimbursement list
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Video-capsule manufacturer Given Imaging of Yoqneam, Israel, has received a national coverage policy decision from U.S. healthcare insurance firm Aetna.
April 28, 2003
Nodule analysis can help manage CT lung screening patients
By Eric Barnes
A Japanese study has found that high-resolution CT analysis can be used to successfully manage small solitary pulmonary nodules (SPNs). The practice could potentially obviate the need for some follow-up exams and biopsies, according to the paper published in the American Journal of Roentgenology.
April 28, 2003
Imaging's role still evolving in dementia diagnosis
Although imaging offers a great deal of insight into the signs of dementia, it is still not precise enough for routine clinical use, according to two researchers at the 2003 Rotman Research Institute conference in Toronto.
April 28, 2003
MDCT may boost virtual colonoscopy results
By Eric Barnes
Virtual colonoscopy providers are increasingly using multidetector-row CT scanners to screen for colorectal cancer. In theory, their results should begin to reflect MDCT's improved speed and better spatial and temporal resolution compared to single-slice machines.
April 27, 2003
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