Imaging Technology

OCTOBER 3, 2023

milla1cf Tue, 10/03/2023 - 11:11 October 3, 2023 — Using previously taken diagnostic computed tomography (CT) scans in place of CT simulation scans to plan simple palliative radiation treatments can substantially reduce the time some people spend waiting for urgent treatment, improving the patient experience, a new study suggests.

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Diagnostic Radiation Oncology Radiation Computed Tomography 105

AuntMinnie

MARCH 26, 2024

Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) approvals of radiopharmaceuticals for neuroendocrine tumors and then for prostate cancer, theranostics has picked up momentum in clinical practice, propelled by encouraging research. After binding to the receptor, the drug works by entering the cell allowing radiation to cause damage to the tumor cells.

Nuclear Medicine 122

Nuclear Medicine Radiopharmaceuticals Radiation Health Science 122

AuntMinnie

JUNE 20, 2024

Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) approvals of radiopharmaceuticals for neuroendocrine tumors and then for prostate cancer, theranostics has picked up momentum in clinical practice, propelled by encouraging research. After binding to the receptor, the drug works by entering the cell allowing radiation to cause damage to the tumor cells.

Nuclear Medicine 52

Nuclear Medicine Radiopharmaceuticals Radiation Health Science 52

AuntMinnie

APRIL 4, 2024

Even if some private urology, radiation oncology practices, or radiologist groups are building the ability to perform theranostics, experts are cautious about patient management, radiation safety, and the risk of unnecessary imaging. They're also mindful of the multiple dedicated teams required to build a theranostics clinic properly.

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Nuclear Medicine Radiation Oncology Nursing Radiation 88

REBEL EM

APRIL 17, 2023

Background: The increased utility and accessibility of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) has allowed clinicians the freedom to rethink their diagnostic approach for many common diseases, including peritonsillar abscess (PTA). Clinical evaluation may prove difficult since many PTA and peritonsillar cellulitis symptoms overlap.

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Diagnose Ultrasound Computed Tomography Diagnostic 128

AuntMinnie

AUGUST 5, 2024

Imagine going in for a diagnostic MRI scan and coming out with a progressive, irreversible, and potentially fatal disease. Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology , December 2006, Vol. New articles will be published each Monday until our official anniversary at RSNA 2024. It has to be millions," she explained. Giles, U.K.

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Disease MRI Radiologist IT 116

Northwestern EM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

By reading one’s own images, not only do EM physicians gain skills in diagnostic radiology, which they can employ when an attending radiology read is not readily available but more importantly, the EM physician can correlate history and physical with imaging and help detect subtle pathology. Emergency Medicine: Clinical Essentials.

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