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Types of Diagnostic Imaging

Professional Radiology

There are several types of diagnostic imaging available today; each one used to visualize the internal structures of the body to assist doctors in diagnosis and treating various diseases and medical conditions. It is often used to diagnose brain and spinal cord disorders, joint and musculoskeletal conditions, and cancer.

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Road to RSNA 2024: CT Preview

AuntMinnie

At the RSNA meeting, attendees will hear animated discussion on the opportunistic use of CT imaging, including, for example, how it can provide information on a patient's bone mineral density, catch pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma earlier, and predict the presence of coronary artery disease by measuring epicardial fat volume. 9:20 a.m. |

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Generative AI, radiologist shortages feature in 2024 Minnies

AuntMinnie

Middlebrooks' research interest consists of using ultrahigh-field, 7-tesla MRI to plot brain microstructure and develop surgical treatment of brain tumors, epilepsy, and neurodegenerative and movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. In 2018, Fishman received an endowed professorship from Johns Hopkins.

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7 Reasons You May Need a CT Scan

Professional Radiology

Computed tomography (CT scans) plays a critical role in diagnosing and monitoring a wide range of medical conditions. Diagnose Tumors or Cancer When it comes to diagnosing tumors or evaluating the extent of cancer, CT scans can provide detailed images of organs and tissues.

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How Good is Ultrasound at Diagnosing PTA?

REBEL EM

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). Question: How well does the US perform in diagnosing PTA compared to CT, needle aspiration, or Incision and Drainage?

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Abstract No. 6 Deep Learning Diagnosis of Femoropopliteal Artery Stenosis Using MIP Images from CT Angiography

JVIR

Peripheral arterial occlusive disease (PAOD) can be diagnosed using lower extremity computed tomography angiography (CTA), assessing stenosis in arteries of lower extremities.

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Navigating 2025 Medicare Reimbursement Changes: What Healthcare Providers Need to Know About CCTA and Imaging Services

Vesta Teleradiology

The 2025 Medicare reimbursement updates bring significant changes for healthcare providers, particularly in coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) and other imaging services. in 2025 (Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography, 2024). in 2024 to $357.13