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Nano-MRI outduels PSMA-PET/CT for prostate cancer

Clinicians looking to accurately classify suspicious lymph nodes in prostate cancer patients could have another effective noninvasive option with a unique contrast-enhanced MR imaging technique, according to a study published online on 30 January in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine.

February 11, 2021

One set of images (A) shows a 7-mm diameter lymph node that is positive on both nano-MRI and PSMA-PET/CT in a patient's left pararectal region. For comparison, the other set of images (B) shows a 4-mm diameter lymph node diagnosed as positive on nano-MRI (left) but negative on PSMA-PET/CT (right) with no Ga-68 PSMA tracer uptake in the region (green circle). Images courtesy of the Journal of Nuclear Medicine.

German team unveils progress in pancreatic cancer staging

Investigators from Heidelberg University Hospital and the German Cancer Research Center are convinced that PET/CT using a fibroblast activation protein molecule inhibitor can open up new applications in staging and restaging of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma.

November 3, 2020

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What does it take to run a high-quality MRI service?

Running a successful MRI service is like being the captain of a ship on the ocean, and smooth navigation depends on effective collaboration with physicists, radiographers, and others, asserts Prof. Pia Sundgren, PhD, from Lund, Sweden.

August 19, 2020

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Thermal burns account for 60% of MRI adverse events

Ten years of MRI adverse event reports show burns from coils and electrocardiography leads during scans are among the most common -- and preventable -- causes for patient injuries, according to a large study presented on Thursday at the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine meeting.

August 13, 2020

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German team wins Image of the Year prize at SNMMI 2020

Researchers from Cologne, Germany, have collected the Image of the Year award from the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI). Their series of PET images revealed that older patients who maintain peak cognitive skills tend to exhibit greater resistance to buildup of tau and amyloid proteins.

July 19, 2020

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Novel PET tracer can aid Alzheimer's detection

Swedish and Dutch researchers have predicted that a new PET tracer called RO-948 may become the standard method for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease. They published their findings on 11 May in JAMA Neurology.

May 14, 2020

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PET tracer could more precisely diagnose Alzheimer's

A new PET tracer called RO-948 could become the standard method for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, accurately differentiating the condition from other neurodegenerative diseases, according to a study published on 11 May in JAMA Neurology.

May 12, 2020

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IAEA acts to promote COVID-19 safety in nuclear medicine

New guidance from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is designed to ensure that nuclear medicine departments across the globe keep patients and staff safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 29, 2020

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Dutch airline makes pledge on radioisotope deliveries

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has promised to allow medical isotopes to be carried on its planes from Europe to the U.S., beginning on 27 April. The move is designed to keep supplies moving during the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 23, 2020

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How is global radiology bearing up in COVID-19 pandemic?

Imaging professionals from across the world shared their experiences of COVID-19 in a virtual roundtable on 15 April, organized by the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine and the Society for MR Radiographers and Technologists.

April 16, 2020

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DEXA receives major boost for osteoporosis screening

Greater emphasis looks set to be put on the use of dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) for osteoporosis screening.

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ML model using CCTA, MRI data predicts MACE in cardiac patients

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DEXA receives major boost for osteoporosis screening

Greater emphasis looks set to be put on the use of dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) for osteoporosis screening.

January 22, 2025

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ML model using CCTA, MRI data predicts MACE in cardiac patients

By Amerigo Allegretto

A machine-learning (ML) model that includes both CCTA and stress cardiac MRI data can accurately predict major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE).

January 20, 2025

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Patient death prompts RCR to act on gastric bands

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

A coroner's report has led to a pledge by the U.K. Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) to consider how to improve identification of "slipped" gastric bands on imaging.

January 16, 2025

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Genetic testing, risk assessment tied to more breast MRI uptake

By Amerigo Allegretto

Women with high-risk pathological variants for breast cancer as identified by genetic testing and risk assessment are more likely to undergo breast MRI.

January 15, 2025

PET scans can reduce unnecessary lymph node procedures

Negative prostate-specific antigen PET scans can be used to avoid unnecessary pelvic lymph node dissection in certain prostate cancer patients undergoing radical prostatectomies.

January 10, 2025

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ChatGPT promising as support tool for researchers getting started in AI

By Amerigo Allegretto

ChatGPT could serve as an academic reference tool for early-career radiologists and researchers.

December 17, 2024

LLMs outperform medical student in solving imaging cases

By Amerigo Allegretto

Large language models (LLMs) outperformed a medical student when solving imaging cases in a quiz widely used by medical professionals.

December 16, 2024

Irish radiologist, 37, dies of cancer

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Tributes have been paid to a gifted young radiologist and mother-of-two from County Westmeath who has died from brain cancer, according to a report in the Irish media.

December 9, 2024

Symphony of radiology: RSNA unveils art winners

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

The prize winners of the RSNA 2024 Art Contest are being displayed at the Learning Center at McCormick Place, Chicago, during the meeting.

December 2, 2024

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Siemens targets 3.3B patient touchpoints by 2030

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

In the fourth edition of its annual sustainability report, Siemens Healthineers has emphasized the need to address patient care and pressing global crises.

November 26, 2024

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Does AI contribute to burnout for radiologists?

Frequent AI use is associated with an increased risk of radiologist burnout, particularly among those with heavy workloads and low AI acceptance.

November 26, 2024

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Bone health normal in infants exposed to HIV medication

Bone health appears to be normal in infants born to women treated with tenofovir disoproxil fumarate to prevent HIV infection, a South African study has found.

November 22, 2024

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