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Is interventional radiology ready for augmented reality?

AuntMinnie

Augmented reality (AR) systems may enhance image-guided tumor ablations by improving the accuracy of needle placements, according to a study published January 29 in the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences.

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PCN placement leads to greater radiation exposure for pregnant women

AuntMinnie

Initial percutaneous nephrostomy (PCN) tube placement leads to more radiation exposure for pregnant women with suspected kidney stones, according to a study published October 27 in Urology. The Lyon team wanted to investigate the potential differences in radiation exposure per suspected stone episode between the options.

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Radiation exposure among interventionalists is low, but varies widely

AuntMinnie

Radiation exposure is generally low among interventional radiologists who perfor.

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RadiologyInfo.org introduces new series of patient-facing articles

AuntMinnie

The articles and videos are written and produced by doctors for patients, highlighting which areas of a radiology report are of the most interest to patients. In the videos, radiologists share some common findings while displaying sample imaging exams. Those interested in the new series of articles and videos can visit the website.

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Cryoablation effective in women with breast cancer

AuntMinnie

A minimally invasive procedure called cryoablation that uses ice to freeze and destroy tumors has proven effective for women with large breast cancer tumors, according to a study presented March 27 at the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) meeting in Salt Lake City.

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Effectiveness of Attaching a Lead Drape to a Radioprotective Shield for CT Fluoroscopy–Guided Procedures

JVIR

Continuous-rotation computed tomography (CT) fluoroscopy is an imaging modality widely used in interventional radiology (IR) procedures, facilitating precise punctures even into small lesions and lesions deep within the body by rapid, real-time, and high-resolution tomographic images (1,2).

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Psychiatric side effects of IR antibiotics can be severe

AuntMinnie

Antibiotics frequently prescribed for interventional radiology (IR) procedure.