AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Photon-counting CT may serve as an alternative to MRI for assessing liver fat in patients with fatty liver disease, according to an article published September 24 in Radiology. The disease affects up to 24% of the population in the U.S. and can lead to cirrhosis and even cancer if left untreated. in the MASLD cohort.

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JULY 20, 2023

milla1cf Thu, 07/20/2023 - 20:11 July 20, 2023 — The members of the American Society for Radiation Oncology ( ASTRO ) recently elected three new officers to ASTRO’s Board of Directors, including Sameer Keole , MD, FASTRO , as President-elect; Wendy Woodward , MD, PhD, FASTRO, as Science Council Vice Chair; and Vivek S.

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MAY 23, 2023

milla1cf Tue, 05/23/2023 - 11:36 May 23, 2023 — More than 9 in 10 radiation oncologists report that their practices face clinical staff shortages , according to a new national survey from the American Society for Radiation Oncology ( ASTRO ). Radiation oncologists from across the country are in Washington, D.C.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 15, 2023

milla1cf Mon, 05/15/2023 - 10:26 May 15, 2023 — GE HealthCare is presenting three new global innovations – Intelligent Radiation Therapy (iRT), Auto Segmentation, and an updated Magnetic Resonance (MR) Radiation Therapy Suite (AIR Open Coil Suite) – that underscore the company’s commitment to enhancing the radiation oncology care pathway.

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) and proton therapy offer equally high quality of life and tumor control for people with prostate cancer, according to a study presented September 30 at the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) annual meeting. each year – are diagnosed as localized disease.

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OCTOBER 3, 2023

2 poster presentation at the American Society for Radiation Oncology's (ASTRO) 65th Annual Meeting, ASTRO 2023 , being held this week in San Diego, CA. sites were treated with GammaTile, a treatment that provides immediate radiation where it is needed most after brain tumor removal surgery. Amsbaugh; Catherine S. Kim (2023).

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FEBRUARY 22, 2024

In this study, patients diagnosed with stages I and II breast cancer and treated with breast-conserving surgery were enrolled. The results showed that most patients (83.9%) were diagnosed with pathological stage I disease. No factor was significantly related with radiation dermatitis or radiation pneumonia.

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The Radiology Clinic

APRIL 1, 2024

Traditionally, CT scans have been invaluable tools for diagnosing a range of conditions, from bone fractures to internal injuries. However, concerns about radiation exposure have often been a drawback, especially for patients requiring frequent or routine scans.

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Professional Radiology

APRIL 17, 2023

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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Imaging Technology

APRIL 26, 2023

The guideline is published in Practical Radiation Oncology. The guideline emphasizes the need for a multidisciplinary team approach to guide treatment decisions for oligometastatic disease, a description for cancer that reaches a state in which the patient has a small number of metastases in addition to a primary tumor.

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Imaging Technology

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

CEUS often overcomes limitations of MR and CT in diagnosing many tumors and detecting their recurrence,” said Dr. Wilson, who spoke today at the International Bubble Conference in Chicago. In addition, “CEUS scans are significantly less expensive than MR and CT,” she said.

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Imaging Technology

JULY 2, 2024

mtaschetta-millane Tue, 07/02/2024 - 09:53 July 2, 2024 — A new editorial paper was published in Oncoscience ( Volume 11 ) on May 20, 2024, entitled, “ Deep learning-assisted lesion segmentation in PET/CT imaging: A feasibility study for salvage radiation therapy in prostate cancer.” In this new editorial, researchers Richard L.J.

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Midstate Radiology Associates

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Depending on the disease’s progression, your doctor may recommend surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy or a combination of these treatments. This procedure is less invasive than other methods and provides a higher level of detail compared to traditional X-rays, while also reducing radiation exposure.

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Imaging Technology

JANUARY 8, 2024

Recognizing the industry transformation taking place as digital innovation reshapes the experience of patients and providers, GE HealthCare – a leading global medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics, and digital innovator – is focused on developing smart devices, aligned to disease states and enabled by digital.

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APRIL 30, 2024

Medical imaging is used to help diagnose these injuries, so doctors can propose appropriate treatment plans. Diagnosing a Broken Bone Fractures almost always require emergency treatment. X-Ray Technology A physical examination and X-ray results can help diagnose these injuries, especially in an emergency situation.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Louis asked, “How much ionizing radiation are neonatal patients exposed to during interventional procedures?” Radiation doses estimated in infants with congenital heart disease Monday, November 27 | 3:10 p.m.-3:20 In one, a group at the University of Washington in St. 3:20 p.m. | 8:40 a.m. | 9:20 a.m. |

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AuntMinnie

MARCH 25, 2024

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of mortality in the U.S. In a cohort of 1,282 patients who underwent invasive coronary angiography for suspected disease, noninvasive PET MPI performed within six months identified large perfusion defects (>10% of the left ventricular myocardium) in 82% of the patients.

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AuntMinnie

JUNE 19, 2024

The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) has released updated guidelines on the use of radiation therapy in patients with oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC) caused by HPV. They also cover treatment planning and response assessment for patients diagnosed with this type of head and neck cancer.

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Imaging Technology

AUGUST 30, 2023

The purpose of this partnership is to improve cancer treatment with the intent to close the gap in access to radiation therapy around the world. to reduce premature mortality from non-communicable diseases by one third. Each of these supports the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), Indicator 3.4,

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OCTOBER 2, 2023

milla1cf Mon, 10/02/2023 - 13:30 October 2, 2023 — A novel liquid biopsy test may help determine which patients with non-small cell lung cancer that has spread beyond the lungs are most likely to benefit from targeted, high-dose radiation, rather than drug-based therapy, a new study suggests. and worldwide. and worldwide.

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Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Low-dose positron emission mammography (PEM) is a novel molecular imaging technique that provides improved diagnostic performance at a radiation dose comparable to that of mammography. Two breast radiologists reviewed PEM images taken one and four hours post 18 F-FDG injection and correlated the findings with lab results.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 14, 2024

Siemens Healthineers and UH will look to also advance the treatment of patients with Alzheimer’s disease and use theranostics—combining the approaches of diagnostics and therapeutics—to treat patients with advanced forms of certain cancers, as well as develop new magnetic resonance ( MR ) technologies. tesla and 3T scanners.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2023

His accidental discovery forever changed medicine and it has been a key tool in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases for 128 years.” ASRT also noted it represents 157,000 members who perform medical imaging procedures or plan and deliver radiation therapy, and is the largest radiologic science association in the world.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 26, 2024

A group led by researchers at the University of Hong Kong in China found the approach detected 12% more disease in patients undergoing staging than CT or MRI and resulted in a change in treatment in a significant number of cases. The results validate the emerging technique, the group noted. In addition, it identified new lesions in 14.3%

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Professional Radiology

JUNE 15, 2023

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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Imaging Technology

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Findings will be presented today at the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Annual Meeting. Earlier detection allows for earlier treatment of residual disease and potentially better survival rates. Roughly 11,500 new cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed annually in the U.S.,

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Imaging Technology

OCTOBER 2, 2023

milla1cf Mon, 10/02/2023 - 13:00 October 2, 2023 — A type of head and neck cancer predominantly diagnosed in people who reside in low- and middle-income countries may be treated effectively with fewer, but higher doses of radiation , a large new international study suggests.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Serving miners in the Australian outback Miners and their immediate families are another group with an elevated risk of developing lung cancer and respiratory diseases such as pneumoconiosis (black lung disease), silicosis, asbestosis, emphysema, chronic bronchitis and mesothelioma. Miners now get much more than just a CT chest scan.

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Imaging Technology

AUGUST 15, 2023

milla1cf Tue, 08/15/2023 - 16:28 August 15, 2023 — In elderly patients with suspected prostate cancer, PSMA PET/CT can diagnose advanced disease and aid in therapy selection without the need for a biopsy. In general, PSMA PET/CT is indicated when intermediate or high-risk cancer has been found on biopsy.

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REBEL EM

JUNE 1, 2023

Known obstructive coronary artery disease or known coronary stent. In real life, many of the exclusion criteria will not be known at the point of first contact (ie DNR order, history of obstructive coronary artery disease). There is no discussion of how many of the diagnoses made by SDCT could have been made clinically instead.

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Imaging Technology

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

“PET imaging with POSLUMA reveals clinical information crucial to decision-making for men with prostate cancer, and we are excited to share further information with the radiation oncology community at ASTRO 2023,” said David E. Jani, MD, FASTRO, Department of Radiation Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, Atlanta, Ga.,

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Morphological markers on MRI help diagnose autism. Ultrasound model predicts liver disease progression. Commercially Available Chest Radiograph AI Tools for Detecting Airspace Disease, Pneumothorax, and Pleural Effusion. Effects of low-dose ionizing radiation on genomic instability in interventional radiology workers.

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TRA Medical Imaging

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

At TRA Medical Imaging, we are proud to offer low-dose lung cancer screenings (LDCT) to patients who meet specific criteria, providing a crucial tool in the fight against this disease. By the time many people are diagnosed, the cancer may have spread, making it harder to treat. Early detection can significantly change this trajectory.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

About Lung Cancer Lung cancer is the overall leading cause of cancer death in the United States and is the second most frequently diagnosed malignancy in both men and women. However, lung cancer mainly occurs in older people, as most people diagnosed with the disease are aged 65 or older. Anyone at any age can get lung cancer.

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Professional Radiology

APRIL 4, 2024

They help diagnose fractures, identify abnormalities in organs, detect tumors, and assess the extent of injuries or diseases. Treatment Planning : Once a condition is diagnosed, X-rays in El Paso aid in developing personalized treatment plans tailored to the patient’s specific needs.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 1, 2024

The digital technology limits radiation exposure to patients compared with standard chest x-rays, they wrote.

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Imaging Technology

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Findings will be presented today at the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Annual Meeting. Allen, MD , a radiation oncology resident physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore. Black patients with prostate cancer in the U.S. and 34% Black, 3.2% Asian/Pacific Islander and 1.3%

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