Diagnostic Imaging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Findings from a new pilot study showed that low-dose positron emission mammography (PEM) detected 96 percent of malignant index lesions and had a 46 percent lower false-positive rate in comparison to breast MRI.

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UCSF Biomedical Imaging

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Andreas Rauschecker, MD, PhD, describes the AI tools he has developed to diagnose and monitor neurological diseases and improve the MRI diagnostic accuracy of radiology trainees.

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ScienceDaily

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Multi-sequence knee magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an advanced non-invasive diagnostic method for knee pathology. However, MRI interpretation is highly time-consuming and heavily dependent on expertise.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Example of how ARIA can present itself on a brain MRI scan. According to the FDA, the prescription of these amyloid-targeting therapies requires intensive ARIA monitoring with repeated magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) brain scans to detect and assess these changes before they pose serious neurological risks.

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Diagnostic Imaging

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Through assessment of diffusion tensor MRI of the brain, a new AI system reportedly offers a 97 percent sensitivity rate in diagnosing autism in children between two to four years of age, according to research to be presented at the annual Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference next week.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The RSNA meeting always showcases the particular benefits MRI brings to the healthcare enterprise, and this year will be no exception. tesla) is as clinically useful as conventional 1-tesla and 3-tesla systems for applications ranging from point-of-care MRI for critically ill patients to lumbar spine visualization. 11:10 a.m. |

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Imaging Technology

AUGUST 2, 2023

milla1cf Wed, 08/02/2023 - 19:58 August 2, 2023 — An accepted manuscript published in the American Journal of Roentgenology (AJR) found that deploying a radiomic-based model with T2-weighted MRI data could increase diagnostic accuracy for pediatric Crohn disease (CD). Dillman , MD, MSc. Dillman et al.’s

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AuntMinnie

AUGUST 6, 2024

A deep-learning model performs comparably to an abdominal radiologist when it comes to finding clinically significant prostate cancer on MRI, researchers have reported. It's not that] we can use this model as a standalone diagnostic tool," he said, "[but] the model's prediction can be used as an adjunct in our decision-making process."

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 7, 2023

F-18 FDG-PET/MRI scans without the use of a contrast agent should be the top choice for imaging children suffering from lymphoma, according to research presented recently at RSNA in Chicago. The study authors found the contrast agent made no diagnostic difference. Lymphoma was present in 65 of the 105 (62 %) examinations.

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Imaging Technology

JANUARY 24, 2024

milla1cf Wed, 01/24/2024 - 19:20 January 24, 2024 — Whole Body MRI , a private clinic committed to delivering accurate and comprehensive diagnostic solutions that empower patients and physicians to make informed decisions about their health, today released new data that shows a concerning gap in Canadians’ understanding of MRIs.

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Diagnostic Imaging

APRIL 19, 2024

While noting inconsistencies with the diagnostic yield of cardiac MRI in patients who survived sudden cardiac arrest, researchers cited unique advantages in characterizing ischemic cardiomyopathy (ICM) and facilitating alternate diagnoses.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 6, 2023

milla1cf Thu, 04/06/2023 - 17:11 April 6, 2023 — The neonatology team at Bonn University Hospital ( UKB ) has conducted the world's first study of children receiving ECMO therapy using the mobile magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). ECMO patients, however, pose a special challenge to the treatment team in connection with MRI diagnostics.

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Diagnostic Imaging

OCTOBER 30, 2023

New research shows that pelvic MRI offers equivalent sensitivity but nearly 20 percent greater specificity than transvaginal ultrasound for the classification of adnexal lesions.

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Imaging Technology

OCTOBER 20, 2023

milla1cf Fri, 10/20/2023 - 18:29 October 20, 2023 — In certain cases, a new method can provide as much information from brain images taken with computed tomography (CT) as images captured with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). It has been created using deep learning, a form of artificial intelligence (AI).

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AuntMinnie

MARCH 4, 2024

Abbreviated breast MRI is not only effective for screening among high-risk women but also useful for evaluating "pure" ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), according to two presentations delivered March 2 at ECR 2024. Abbreviated breast MRI offers a cost-effective way to use the modality without compromising diagnostic accuracy, Suaris explained.

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Midstate Radiology Associates

JUNE 13, 2024

For diagnostic purposes, your doctor may recommend undergoing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Diagnosing an ACL Injury with an MRI For ACL injuries, the diagnostic process starts with a physical exam. MRI technology offers the greatest insight, by assessing the bones and soft tissues in detail.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 25, 2024

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for its MICSI-RMT AI image enhancement software for brain MRI. The reviewers preferred the MICSI-RMT-processed images for their clarity and reduced artifacts, achieving higher expert image quality scores compared to standard diagnostic images, according to the firm. tesla scanner.

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TRA Medical Imaging

DECEMBER 3, 2024

At TRA Medical Imaging, we’re here to help you understand how diagnostic imaging can aid in identifying and treating these cold-weather ailments. Who to See: Start with a primary care physician (PCP) or urgent care provider for a thorough evaluation, including a physical exam and initial diagnostic tests.

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AuntMinnie

MAY 22, 2024

Which modality is better for breast cancer diagnosis, contrast-enhanced mammography or dynamic contrast-enhanced breast MRI? Dynamic contrast-enhanced breast MRI has been available since 1984, while CEM was introduced in 2011. Previous research has estimated breast MRI's sensitivity to be up to 100% and its specificity up to 98%.

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Imaging Technology

AUGUST 30, 2023

It is available today via Clarius Marketplace , which provides Clarius members access to solutions designed to streamline ultrasound training, improve workflows, speed diagnoses, and automate reporting. Ultrasound imaging is known to reduce reliance on costly MRI scans, which lowers healthcare costs to patients.

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The Radiology Clinic

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Can MRI diagnose dementia? Can MRI show if I have dementia?” The truth is that MRI is NOT the test to formally diagnose dementia. The truth is that MRI is NOT the test to formally diagnose dementia. This is where MRI comes in! MRI of the brain is one of the most common orders we receive.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 25, 2024

A PET/MRI study has provided insights into the neurobiology of late-life depression, with researchers reporting that tau protein – a key protein involved in Alzheimer’s disease – does not appear to be involved in the condition. All patients were of similar ages and all were white. The full study is available here.

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM)-guided biopsy by itself is not a good substitute for MRI-guided biopsy of suspicious breast MRI findings, according to a study published September 18 in the American Journal of Roentgenology. MRI-guided breast biopsy is effective for the workup of suspicious MRI findings.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 30, 2024

Efforts to bring quantitative MRI analysis into clinical practice received a boost with the availability of two new Category III Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes for brain MRI. Effective January 1, 2024, the new codes, 0865T and 0866T, support the use of software to analyze brain MRI exams with comparison to prior studies.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 29, 2024

A team led by study senior author William Palmer, MD, of Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston found that radiologists who had access to information on patients' symptoms when they interpreted MRI spine exams achieved "a near statistically perfect agreement with spine specialists." The results were published October 29 in Radiology.

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AuntMinnie

JUNE 3, 2024

MRI isn't yet ready to replace prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing as a first-line screening exam for prostate cancer, researchers have reported. First-line prostate cancer screening is currently performed with PSA testing, and in men with elevated PSA levels, may be followed by multiparametric MRI (mpMRI).

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Imaging Technology

MAY 2, 2023

Non-invasive diagnostic methods are needed to reliably detect these disorders. However, a research team at MedUni Vienna has developed a new MRI approach that uses a harmless glucose solution to generate reliable results. The research team conducted a study to improve current diagnostic methods for mapping brain glucose metabolism.

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Diagnostic Imaging

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In a study of over 23,000 men who had PSA testing, researchers found that the adoption of pre-biopsy MRI resulted in a 21 percent decrease in negative biopsies and a 37 percent increase in the proportion of diagnosed Gleason score 7 to 10 prostate cancers.

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AuntMinnie

AUGUST 23, 2024

While the use of ultrasound for pediatric appendicitis imaging has increased, the modality -- as well as MRI -- remains underutilized in this area, according to research published August 22 in the Journal of Pediatric Surgery. The NSQIP-P aims to improve surgical care for pediatric patients. Ultrasound alone was used in 53.3% CT Overall 43.1%

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MedImaging MRI

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Researchers have developed a deep learning model that assists in classifying 12 common types of knee abnormalities from MRI scans, improving both efficiency and diagnostic accuracy.

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Diagnostic Imaging

JULY 31, 2023

In a study of 413 men with suspected prostate cancer, researchers found the combination of ultrasound and multiparametric MRI-targeted biopsy with systematic biopsy diagnosed prostate cancer in 72.9 percent of patients in comparison to 60.2 percent with systematic biopsy alone.

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Diagnostic Imaging

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

While noting the strength of MRI for complete staging of disease and ultrasound’s ability to provide local disease characterization, the authors of a new literature review suggest the two modalities offer comparable results for diagnosing pelvic endometriosis.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Introduction: In the realm of patient care, MRI professionals play a crucial role in shaping diagnoses and improving healthcare outcomes. In this comprehensive exploration, we’ll delve into the essential functions of MRI professionals, highlighting their contributions to the healthcare ecosystem.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 12, 2023

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved expanded MRI labeling for its Eterna spinal cord stimulation (SCS) system to include new leads that are MR conditional, which means people with chronic pain can undergo MRI scans within the approved outlined conditions and have a wider selection of lead options for full-body scans.1,2

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Integrating radiology report features into a deep-learning (DL) algorithm improves the model's ability to identify brain lesions on MRI exams, researchers have reported. In addition, 2,655 brain MRI scans taken between January and December 2022 were used for external testing. The researchers extracted textual features (i.e.,

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Associates in Medical Imaging

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

As technological capabilities advance across all medical disciplines, so to do the imaging needs that often come with adequate diagnostic capabilities. The answer to many of these questions could be just one—MRI. MRI scans are also a common follow-up procedure used to investigate findings of other imaging techniques further.

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Imaging Technology

JUNE 7, 2023

milla1cf Wed, 06/07/2023 - 19:51 June 6, 2023 — GE HealthCare announced the FDA clearance and launch of Sonic DL – a state-of-the-art deep learning-based technology designed to dramatically accelerate image acquisition in magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI ). To address this need, GE HealthCare is introducing Sonic DL for cardiac MRI.

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