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Report: Ultrasound Market Shows Rapid Growth

Imaging Technology

Ongoing technological advancements, the rising prevalence of chronic diseases, and a growing geriatric population fuel this trajectory. Additionally, healthcare providers and patients increasingly recognize the value of ultrasound in providing accurate and safe diagnostic solutions. billionin 2019 to an anticipated$20.4 billionby 2034.

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AuntMinnie 2007: Gadolinium: A 'necessary factor' in the development of NSF?

AuntMinnie

Imagine going in for a diagnostic MRI scan and coming out with a progressive, irreversible, and potentially fatal disease. That's what has happened to hundreds of people worldwide who have developed nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF), an acquired disorder in renal patients that's been classified only since 2000. In 2006 the U.S.

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Minnies winners for 2023 highlight AI, innovation in radiology

AuntMinnie

Every low-value exam we avoid improves patient safety and lowers costs to patients and society." We should be leveraging the ‘free’ body composition data that is available on all abdominal CTs.”— The latter type of imaging is waste.

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