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Deep learning boosts MRI's ability to identify endometriosis

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Using a deep-learning model with multisequence MRI can enhance the performance of radiologists for diagnosing endometriosis, researchers have reported. The study results could translate to better patient care, wrote a team led by Mana Moassefi, MD, of the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. Of the total study cohort, 12.5%

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MRI, ultrasound have tradeoffs in diagnosing neuropathies

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MRI and ultrasound have tradeoffs in diagnosing peripheral neuropathies of the upper extremity, a study published March 4 in Radiology found. High-resolution imaging provides important pathomorphological information in diagnosing peripheral nerve disorders. Images and caption courtesy of the RSNA. Sensitivity 91.6%

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Prostate MRI acquisition protocols vary widely around the world

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Global prostate MRI acquisition parameters vary widely around the world, researchers have reported. The variation isn't good news for quality patient care, wrote a team led by Francesco Giganti, MD, PhD, of the University College London Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in the U.K. The complete study can be found here.

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MRI most cost-effective way to evaluate ED patients with dizziness

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MRI is the most cost-effective imaging modality for evaluating patients presenting to the emergency department with dizziness when downstream costs are considered, suggests research published November 8 in the American Journal of Radiology. But does MRI's benefits outweigh its extra cost?

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Dedicated ultrasound, MRI protocols improve endometriosis diagnosis

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Dedicated ultrasound and MRI protocols -- in contrast to routine ones -- are more effective in diagnosing endometriosis, researchers have reported. The results could lead to better patient care, noted a team led by Angela Tong, MD, of NYU Grossman School of Medicine in New York City. The bottom line?

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Generative AI, radiologist shortages feature in 2024 Minnies

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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. For example, in patient care courses there is a natural crossover.

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FDA authorizes AI-driven MRI Solution for Safer Alzheimer’s Treatment

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Example of how ARIA can present itself on a brain MRI scan. The FDA’s nod for icobrain aria comes at a time when much-needed new Alzheimer’s treatments are reshaping care options in the United States. Slow Adoption of Alzheimer’s Treatments Amid Safety Concerns Figure 1. icobrain aria was thoroughly evaluated in large reader studies.

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