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CEUS shines in diagnostic, interventional settings

AuntMinnie

“Ultrasound contrast agent use can be ubiquitous in interventional practice and can solve many logistical or clinical diagnostic problems,” he said. In ultrasound, contrast use has been shown to improve differentiation of liver lesions and the diagnostic performance of O-RADS in assessing ovarian lesions among other examples.

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The rise of theranostics: Part 1 -- Gaining momentum

AuntMinnie

Theranostics pairs diagnostic biomarkers that can be visualized on nuclear medicine imaging with therapeutic agents that share a specific target in diseased cells or tissues. Since 2013 we've had several more radiopharmaceutical therapies get FDA approval. This drug relies on a gallium Ga-68, too, as a diagnostic imaging agent.

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CT reveals autoimmune features linked to indeterminate pneumonia

AuntMinnie

To address the knowledge gap, Park and colleagues investigated whether autoimmune features found on CT imaging could help evaluate the diagnostic and prognostic implications of IPAF in patients with IPF and pathologic UIP. The study included 210 patients with UIP confirmed by lung biopsy between January 2013 and February 2020.

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Philips Strengthens its Leadership in Digital Pathology as its Philips IntelliSite Pathology Solution Receives 510(k) Clearance

Imaging Technology

mtaschetta-millane Fri, 07/12/2024 - 11:00 July 12, 2024 — Diagnosing cancer and providing the personalized therapy it often requires, is a collaborative effort more than in any other area of medicine. This seamless integration helps pathologists deliver accurate diagnoses, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

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The rise of theranostics: Part 1 -- Gaining momentum

AuntMinnie

Theranostics pairs diagnostic biomarkers that can be visualized on nuclear medicine imaging with therapeutic agents that share a specific target in diseased cells or tissues. Since 2013 we've had several more radiopharmaceutical therapies get FDA approval. This drug relies on a gallium Ga-68, too, as a diagnostic imaging agent.

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Informing patients about diagnostic imaging: can we do better?

Radiology Cafe

” The question was initially puzzling, as it seemed to have an obvious answer… but do we always inform patients appropriately of decisions around diagnostic imaging? Healthcare provider and patient perspectives of diagnostic imaging investigations. Conversations regarding imaging can subsequently feel rushed. Carlsson, S.

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Backwards to the Future: The Return of the Radiology Oral Boards

Ben White

I began my diagnostic radiology residency in 2013 as the Core Exam was about to be administered for the first time. The content will include critical findings as well as common and important diagnoses routinely encountered in general practice. But, in our field, there is absolutely no good reason to delay this assessment.

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