Professional Radiology

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The Power of Diagnostic Imaging in Early Disease Detection Medical imaging is one of the most significant developments in medical science. What is Diagnostic Imaging? Diagnostic imaging includes different types of scans that take pictures of the inside of the body. These developments will spare even more lives in the future.

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AuntMinnie

JUNE 26, 2024

Combining ultrasound features and immune-inflammatory markers could help predict axillary lymph node metastasis (ALNM) in breast cancer patients, according to research published June 24 in Academic Radiology. Previous studies suggest that several ultrasound imaging characteristics of primary breast tumors are tied to ALNM.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 1, 2024

An ultrasound test can identify 96% of ovarian cancers in postmenopausal women, researchers have reported. Early diagnosis of ovarian cancer is vital, and we are pleased to see this research demonstrate that there are more accurate ways of using ultrasound," Sundard and colleagues said in a statement released by the university.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Combining ultrasound with MRI could help better differentiate between benign and malignant breast nonmass-like lesions initially detected on ultrasound, a study published October 12 in Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology found. Ultrasound and MRI have their tradeoffs in supplemental breast imaging. Sensitivity 93.7%

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Studies to be presented in Chicago will explore ultrasound’s clinical applications in musculoskeletal, pediatric, abdominal, and women's imaging among other applications. Furthermore, ultrasound's use as a supplemental tool will be explored, including for breast cancer detection and follow-up imaging. And let’s not forget about AI.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Automated breast ultrasound (ABUS) is useful as an adjunct to digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) in opportunistic screening and diagnostic imaging, suggest findings published October 14 in Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology. The team included 1,089 ABUS exams, with 909 being screening exams and 180 being diagnostic exams.

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Professional Radiology

APRIL 17, 2023

Diagnostic Imaging is a great tool for your medical professional to use to detect issues sooner rather than later. 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.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 24, 2024

A nomogram combining ultrasound features and TI-RADS parameters can differentiate between malignant and benign thyroid nodules, according to research published January 22 in Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology. The American College of Radiology (ACR) created TI-RADS based on gray-scale ultrasound features.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 6, 2023

In his presentation, Katsutoshi Sugimoto, MD, PhD, from Tokyo Medical University in Japan discussed the performance of a model he and colleagues developed, which combines multiparametric ultrasound markers. They found that combining normalized local variance with shear-wave speed improves assessment of advanced liver fibrosis.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 31, 2025

Diagnostic radiology MRI Safety A new CPT subsection has been established for reporting six new codes describing MR safety services, including implant or foreign body evaluation, safety consultation, electronics preparation, and implant positioning or immobilization. PC-6.47 $525.63 $209.28 PC-14.56 $8,508.75 $470.97 PC-14.56 $8,508.75 $470.97

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Rural, older, and poorer children face barriers in obtaining an ultrasound exam for acute appendicitis, according to research published October 17 in the Journal of Surgical Research. It also found that they are less likely to undergo ultrasound at hospitals that have ultrasound resources. emergency departments.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 9, 2024

An immersive virtual reality (VR)-based test can distinguish between operators with varying levels of thoracic ultrasound skill, a Danish study published January 6 in Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology found. With ultrasound being a user-dependent imaging modality, operator skills are important for diagnostic accuracy.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The ultrasound market is going through one of the most exciting and innovative periods in its history. The handheld ultrasound market is still maturing, there are many new technologies being developed such as ultrasound patches and wearable transducers, opening new avenues for diagnostic use.

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AuntMinnie

AUGUST 26, 2024

“Living” and “viable” should be avoided in first-trimester ultrasound lexicon when imaging pregnant women, according to new guidelines introduced August 27 by the Society of Radiologists in Ultrasound (SRU), published in Radiology.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

A medical team at the University of California (UC) Davis Health recently performed what it’s calling the world’s first endoscopic, ultrasound-guided core biopsy of a pancreatic tumor with a drilling method. It highlighted that this can make way for better diagnostic workup. “It It is done in an easier-to-control way.

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AuntMinnie

MARCH 3, 2025

MRI and ultrasound have tradeoffs in diagnosing peripheral neuropathies of the upper extremity, a study published March 4 in Radiology found. However, the researchers noted that the diagnostic role of such imaging remains unclear due to limited clinical evidence.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

7, according to the recently published IMV 2023 Diagnostic Imaging Equipment Service Outlook Report. 7, indicating that larger hospitals and facilities in more urban locations are most likely to prioritize the use of predictive maintenance service features on their diagnostic imaging equipment.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 20, 2023

billion on service-related expenses for diagnostic imaging equipment, according to the recently published IMV 2023 Diagnostic Imaging Equipment Service Outlook Report. The modalities with the highest service-related expenditures are CT, x-ray, MRI, ultrasound, and mammography. Davin Korstjens of IMV Medical Information Division.

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Health Imaging

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Despite a low 2% to 10% malignancy rate, biopsy is typically recommended when a BI-RADS 4A lesion is discovered in breast tissue.

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Radiology Business

APRIL 6, 2023

Registered nurses, NPs and EMTs bolstered the quality of their scans with the help of deep learning-based guidance.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 11, 2023

Axillary scanning in women undergoing a diagnostic breast ultrasound has minima. Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: Systemic factors linked to incomplete breast imaging follow-up Could ultrasound be used before DBT in focal breast complaints?

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Radiology Business

AUGUST 1, 2024

US-first resulted in an incremental net monetary benefit of about $681 versus using diagnostic mammography first, experts wrote in AJR.

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Radiology Business

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Gaps in coverage result in individuals paying anywhere from $234 for a follow-up diagnostic mammogram to over $1,000 for a breast MRI, Komen estimates.

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AuntMinnie

AUGUST 14, 2024

An ultrasound-first approach to imaging noncalcified lesions from recalled digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) can be cost-effective, according to research published in the American Journal of Roentgenology. The researchers noted that in some scenarios, omitting diagnostic mammography can save on healthcare costs.

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MedImaging Ultrasound

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

A next-generation ultrasound technology capable of delivering remote diagnostic imaging without the need to go to a clinic or hospital is set to revolutionize ultrasound diagnostics.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 23, 2024

An algorithm combining the Fibrosis-4 Index (FIB-4) and an ultrasound deep-learning model could improve diagnostic accuracy and referral management for all-cause advanced liver fibrosis, a study published April 23 in Radiology found. kPa or higher, which indicates advanced fibrosis.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 1, 2024

French-based SuperSonic Imagine has launched PocketVu, a fleet of handheld ultrasound devices for diagnostic medical ultrasound imaging. PocketVu features lightweight, multiple scanning modes, AI-powered auto image quality adjustment, compatibility with DICOM 3.0

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 18, 2024

A deep-learning method using endoscopic ultrasound images could detect pancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasms, according to research published October 17 in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. While endoscopic ultrasound is sensitive in detecting pancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasms, the modality is operator-dependent and time-consuming.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Ultrasight is highlighting a study showing that its point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) AI software can help novice users interpret diagnostic cardiac images. The analysis showed that images obtained by novices and sonographers yielded concordant diagnostic interpretation in 83% to 96% studies.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 15, 2025

Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) can be a useful tool for diagnosing "retained products of conception" in women, suggest findings published January 13 in the American Journal of Emergency Medicine. Ultrasound is the go-to method for diagnosing tissue retained as the result of conception. in the entire study cohort.

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Professional Radiology

AUGUST 28, 2024

Among the most vital tools in this preventive health is diagnostic imaging. From X-rays and ultrasounds to MRIs and CT scans, these technologies provide invaluable insights into the body’s internal structures, allowing for precise diagnosis and effective treatment planning. Call (915) 225-2480 today to schedule an appointment.

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AuntMinnie

AUGUST 8, 2023

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) improves diagnostic performance of highe.

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Radiology Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

If certainty is the holy grail of diagnostic breast imaging, then opto-acoustic ultrasound is the treasure map showing exactly where to find it.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 25, 2023

Although MRI and ultrasound are both useful in diagnostic workup of brachia. Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: Ultrasound noninferior to scintigraphy in surgical thyroid imaging Is axillary scanning needed in diagnostic breast ultrasound?

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AuntMinnie

MAY 26, 2023

Computer-aided diagnosis (CAD) can enhance the diagnostic performance of breas. Ultrasound, AI method diagnoses breast lumps without experts

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its tUS Infinity tomographic 3D ultrasound system. The Piur tUS Infinity is a standalone ultrasound enhancement system capable of upgrading 2D ultrasound devices to capture comprehensive 3D images, the company said. Vienna, Austria-based Piur Imaging has received clearance from the U.S.

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AuntMinnie

AUGUST 8, 2023

Ultrasound guidance helps shorten cannulation times for extracorporeal cardiopulmonar.

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