AuntMinnie

APRIL 29, 2024

PET brain scans show persistent brain inflammation in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), despite being treated with high-efficacy disease-modifying therapies, according to a recent study by researchers in Boston. Image courtesy of Clinical Nuclear Medicine.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 8, 2024

PET/MRI imaging shows promise in diagnosing fevers or inflammation of unknown origin and may have advantages over PET/CT, according to a study published January 3 in the European Journal of Radiology. They evaluated the sensitivity, specificity, and predictive values of the PET/MRI findings in relation to the final diagnosis.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 25, 2024

His research interests include using structural and functional MRI -- particularly ultrahigh-field, 7-tesla MRI -- to map brain microstructure and develop neurosurgical treatment of brain tumors, epilepsy, and neurodegenerative and movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. Dmitry Beyder.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

An AI algorithm designed for brain PET imaging found a glioblastoma in a patient that had gone undetected by physicians, according to a case reported February 15 in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine. Baseline MRI showed FLAIR hyperintensities in left thalamus and frontoparietal region (white arrowheads).

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 26, 2024

In a comparative imaging trial, fibroblast activation protein inhibitor (FAPI)-PET/CT outperformed FDG-PET/CT in detecting primary tumors in patients with head and neck cancer, according to a study published January 25 in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine. Image courtesy of the Journal of Nuclear Medicine.

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Future Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Teleradiology & Radiology data for artificial intelligence (AI) Introduction: Nuclear medicine, a dynamic and rapidly evolving field, continues to break new ground in diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Introduction to Nuclear Medicine: Merging Physics and Medicine: Provide an overview of nuclear medicine.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

CHICAGO – Gallium-68 (Ga-68) RM2-PET/MRI is better than MRI alone for detecting relapse in prostate cancer patients, according to research presented November 26 at RSNA 2023. Ga-68 RM2-PET/MRI showed significantly higher detection rates than MRI alone (143 versus 96 lesions).

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AuntMinnie

JUNE 14, 2024

A recently developed PET radiotracer identified sources of pain in patients with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) and led to effective treatments, according to a study presented June 10 at the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) annual meeting.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

This is just the third year that RSNA has offered a dedicated track on nuclear medicine and molecular imaging, with eight scientific sessions covering research in prostate cancer imaging, breast cancer, cardiovascular and pulmonary imaging, and more. Can FDG-PET/MRI radiomics help diagnose rhabdomyosarcoma in children?

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

It's only been a few years since a dedicated track in nuclear medicine and molecular imaging was established at the meeting, and the practice already dominates it. They appear promising for detecting liver cancer, bladder cancer, breast cancer, and interstitial lung disease. Below is just a sample of the content on offer.

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Diagnostic Imaging

JUNE 30, 2023

Employing a hybrid positron emission tomography (PET)/magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) model to assess predictive features of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), researchers noted a 100 percent sensitivity rate and a 93 percent sensitivity rate for distinguishing between AD and normal cognition, according to a study presented at the recent Society of Nuclear (..)

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 2, 2024

tesla MRI AI body composition analysis Cardiac PET Cryo/thermoablation CT colonography Genicular artery embolization Hyperpolarized xenon-129 MRI PET/MRI Photon-counting CT Radiomics Theranostics Whole-body MRI screening Image of the Year 3D PET/MR image. tesla brain MRI scans. tesla brain MRI scans.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 24, 2024

The findings were published in Clinical Nuclear Medicine. Microglia are immune cells in the brain that are thought to have a role in MS disease progression but cannot be seen by a routine MRI. Singhal collaborated with others in the Brigham Multiple Sclerosis Center and the Ann Romney Center.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 19, 2024

more than 6 million Americans have Alzheimer's disease, a debilitating and far-reaching disease that accounts for 60% to 80% of dementia cases, and by 2050, this number is projected to rise to nearly 13 million, according to Alzheimer’s Disease International. The disease affects memory, thinking, and behavior. In the U.S.,

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AuntMinnie

JULY 9, 2024

The hospital's three CT scanners, one MRI system, and one linac (linear accelerator) device appear to be unaffected, but several mobile x-ray and ultrasound units were struck, and a full assessment of imaging equipment located in two different buildings is now underway, he explained. Most of the offices were destroyed or damaged.

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Imaging Technology

JULY 26, 2023

The findings are described in European Urology and were presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology and Society of Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging annual meetings in 2022. For more information: [link] Wednesday, July 26, 2023 - 20:36

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Imaging Technology

JUNE 28, 2023

milla1cf Wed, 06/28/2023 - 20:28 June 28, 2023 — GE HealthCare is set to unveil SIGNA PET/MR AIR [i] , at the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging ( SNMMI) 2023 annual meeting. The recent approval of drugs with disease modifying potential require additional imaging of patients with both MR and PET.

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Capitol Imaging Services

JUNE 2, 2022

There are several types of imaging tests that physicians use to detect cancer in patients: X-Ray, Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Ultrasound (US), Nuclear Medicine, and Positron Emission Tomography (PET). This is known as cancer staging.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

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. Middlebrooks, MD, of the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL.

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Independent Imaging

APRIL 17, 2020

Radiology is a branch of medicine that uses radiant energy in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Although the word “radiology” sounds like it involves radiation, that is not always the case – for example, MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) and ultrasound do not use radiation in their medical imaging technologies.

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Vesta Teleradiology

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Thanks to new diagnostic approaches, patients can be grouped according to the biomarkers identified through imaging, providing a deeper understanding of the molecular basis of their disease and the appropriate course of treatment. MRI radiological imaging is a valuable tool in the pre-clinical phase of cancer treatment.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 1, 2023

CHICAGO -- GE HealthCare (GEHC) brought new CT and MRI scanners and a range of AI software applications to McCormick Place for RSNA 2023. MRI GEHC unveiled Signa Champion, a 1.5-tesla, CT In CT, GEHC shined the spotlight on its Revolution Ascend scanner, which was first introduced at ECR in March.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 15, 2023

MRI-Scan-Teleradiology Description: Radiology is a crucial medical specialty that plays a fundamental role in diagnosing and monitoring a wide range of medical conditions. Introduction to Radiology : Radiology is a branch of medicine that uses medical imaging techniques to diagnose and treat diseases and injuries.

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Vesta Teleradiology

MAY 25, 2023

No doubt, then, that the role of a pediatric radiologist is important in accurately diagnosing and treating diseases and conditions in children. A pediatric radiologist is a specialized medical doctor who focuses on using medical imaging techniques to diagnose and treat diseases and conditions in infants, children, and adolescents.

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Manipal Hospitals Radiology Group

OCTOBER 12, 2019

It can help reduce the symptoms of tremor, slowness, stiffness, and walking problems caused by Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, or essential tremor. Stereotactic frames are fixed on to the patient’s head or fiducial markers are fixed and then MRI and CT images are obtained. The applications for DBS therapy are expanding rapidly.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Introduction: Radiology is a gateway to the invisible, offering a window into the human body and enabling a deeper understanding of health and disease. The Discovery of X-Rays: Introduce the pioneering discovery of X-rays by Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen in 1895 and how it revolutionized medicine.

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AuntMinnie

JUNE 12, 2024

PET/CT reveals a connection between cardiovascular disease (CVD) and cognitive impairment, according to research presented at the recent Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) meeting. The condition is primarily due to atherosclerosis, and it diminishes the delivery of blood and oxygen to organs.

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Independent Imaging

MARCH 27, 2020

Imaging services are an essential way to accurately diagnose injuries, medical conditions, and diseases. Outpatient imaging centers offer more relaxed, personalized service than hospitals and can offer many other benefits. What Is An Outpatient Imaging Center? Imaging centers are medical facilities dedicated to performing imaging services.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 5, 2024

The generator offers a low-cost alternative for the radiolabeling of biomolecules with Gallium-68 in PET, an imaging examination method used to detect the presence or absence of diseased tissue. PET Imaging is primarily used in the diagnosis of cancer, heart attacks or neurological diseases.

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The nonprofit commission was founded in 1951 and currently accredits some 19,000 organizations, including hospitals, physicians' offices, disease-specific care programs, stroke centers, and healthcare staffing services in the U.S. California will implement even stricter requirements beginning in January 2013.

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The Radiology Clinic

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Children and young adults under 21 have different anatomy, disease processes, and emotional and physical needs when compared to adult patients. The other important factor to consider when interpreting/reading pediatric radiology cases are the pathologies (disease processes) that are prevalent in children.

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AuntMinnie

JUNE 12, 2024

PET/CT reveals a connection between cardiovascular disease (CVD) and cognitive impairment, according to research presented at the recent Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) meeting. The condition is primarily due to atherosclerosis, and it diminishes the delivery of blood and oxygen to organs.

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Imaging Technology

JUNE 12, 2024

Integrating AI with our advanced imaging techniques will allow us to detect subtle changes in brain activity indicative of neurodegenerative diseases at their nascent stage.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 1, 2024

PET/CT imaging with a new radiotracer (F-18 PSMA-1007) is superior to MRI prior to surgery in men with intermediate-risk and high-risk prostate cancer, according to a study published on July 1 in JAMA Oncology. Out of 150 men who participated, 134 ultimately underwent radical prostatectomies (the mean age was 62 years old).

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Intelerad

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

This standard has revolutionized the radiology industry, encompassing many imaging modalities such as X-rays, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound, nuclear medicine, PET scans, etc. Combining multiple imaging techniques with DICOM even furthers accuracy in medical diagnosis!

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Global Radiology CME

DECEMBER 21, 2024

MRI of abdomen. A nuclear medicine hepatobiliary scan was also performed (not shown) and demonstrated no radiopharmaceutical present in the gallbladder due to cystic duct obstruction. Interventional approaches to gallbladder disease. What action should be taken for this patient with right upper quadrant pain?

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