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Peru relishes its day in the sun at McCormick Place
The RSNA spotlight fell on Peru on 3 December, when a special session focused on pneumoconiosis, parasitic infections, and ancient mummies.
December 6, 2024
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Careful use of thermoprotection boosts safety in HCC cases
Radiologists at Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, Australia, have shared their 20 years of clinical experience of treating hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) with thermal ablation.
November 21, 2024
(A) Targeted HCC in segment IV-A near the diaphragm. (B) Artificial ascites (*) created using a 6.3 Fr Dawson-Mueller catheter inserted along the inferior margin of the left hepatic lobe. (C) Satisfactory distribution of ascites beneath the diaphragm. (D) Microwave antenna inserted at the target, with mechanical leveraging performed to further accentuate the gap between the liver and diaphragm.
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Price rises loom large for contrast media users
The prospect of a substantial hike in the price of contrast media has edged closer after the European Council approved a revised EU directive on urban wastewater treatment.
November 12, 2024
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Radiology responds to devastating floods in Spain
Members of Valencia's radiological community are reeling from the worst flooding experienced by the region for generations. Some people have expressed anger over the lack of preparedness and political leadership.
November 5, 2024
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Womens Imaging
How do Asian women perceive breast cancer screening?
Asian women in Singapore have a broadly positive attitude towards breast cancer risk assessment and screening, according to Bao Lin Pauline Soh, PhD, and her colleagues.
October 23, 2024
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Poisoning and the brain: How can imaging help?
MRI and CT can play a central role in determining whether a toxin is present in a patient and how it affects the person if poisoning is known to have occurred.
October 10, 2024
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Swiss overcome logistical issues in clinical audits
Clinical audits in radiation protection are proving valuable in Switzerland, but serious challenges have arisen due to the country's four official languages and diverse regional cultures.
September 26, 2024
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Team Madrid seeks to minimize radiation dose in spine x-ray
A single-exposure x-ray system allows optimization of radiation dose in spinal exams and has great potential for reducing artifacts, Spanish researchers insist.
September 12, 2024
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Ultrasound proves effective in penile emergencies
Spanish researchers are convinced that ultrasound can often provide the answers for patients who present with a penile fracture and other painful conditions.
August 29, 2024
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PET/CT provides clarity in pleural mesothelioma cases
Metabolic tumor volume is a relatively accurate predictor of outcomes in pleural mesothelioma treated with immunotherapy, according to a Norwegian-led PET/CT study.
August 15, 2024
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Irish radiologist, 37, dies of cancer
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.
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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
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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?
By Will Morton
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
By Will Morton
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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Overdue baby dies after scan results sent 'to nowhere'
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
The results of a scan of an overdue baby with medical concerns were not sent to the mother's midwife, possibly contributing to the death of the baby.
November 20, 2024
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Ultrasound-guided nerve blocks prove safe for pain management
By Amerigo Allegretto
Ultrasound-guided nerve blocks performed by emergency clinicians appear to be safe for pain management.
November 15, 2024
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U.K. issues advice on sedation use in radiology
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
The U.K. Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) has published a document called "Sedation, analgesia and anaesthesia in radiology." The 28-page practical guide is available for free download.
November 8, 2024
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EANM 2024 hits record attendance
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
The European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM) has reported that its annual congress in Hamburg, Germany, attracted more than 8,680 participants.
November 7, 2024
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Siemens posts strong revenues for Q4, fiscal year 2024
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
Siemens Healthineers posted strong revenue growth in the fourth quarter and full fiscal year of 2024 compared with last year.
November 7, 2024
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Book launch celebrates lives of global experts in radiology
By Dr. Arpan K. Banerjee
A new book containing 195 biographies of radiology's early pioneers from 38 countries was unveiled at France's national congress, JFR 2024, in Paris.
November 1, 2024
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RCR releases pediatric trauma radiology guidance
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
The U.K. Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) has released a guidance document on pediatric trauma radiology.
October 28, 2024
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