Dr. Peter Rinck, PhD

Artificial Intelligence
AI: Is there a risk of looking into the future with blinkers on?
Artificial intelligence (AI) cannot explain how it draws a conclusion, particularly if its "learning" is augmented with surrogate and biased data collected from the internet, The Maverinck warns. He has some concerns about how the technology operates in practice.
April 14, 2022
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What to make of the latest rumblings in the fast-changing MRI sector
The question for potential buyers of low-field MRI scanners is: Do I want the latest but apparently still immature technology or the established and functioning equipment that is not so sexy? The Maverinck discusses this in a new column.
January 16, 2022
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All is not what it seems in the messy world of research
Tougher supervisors and referees are essential to stop fake research, and rough guesses at data made in studies about "precision medicine" are unhealthy, the Maverinck writes. As an example, he describes the case of a recent MRI article.
November 3, 2021
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What's radiology's role when it comes to epidemics?
A special exhibition on epidemics is due to open its doors soon in Hildesheim, Germany. This major event provides a great opportunity for us to think about where exactly medical imaging fits in, the Maverinck writes.
September 20, 2021
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Magnetic resonance imaging: Thoughts on the 50th anniversary
The 50th anniversary of MRI will take place on 3 September 2021, writes the Maverinck. To mark the occasion, he looks back at the historic moment when the concept was first discussed in a burger bar in Pennsylvania.
August 22, 2021
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Where do we really stand now with MRI contrast agents?
Market analysts make bold and confident predictions about the future of contrast agents used in MRI, but the reality is not quite so simple and straightforward, the Maverinck writes. He gets out his crystal ball and provides his own assessment of the coming years.
July 6, 2021
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The curtain falls on Europe's era of independent practitioners
The infrastructure of radiology is changing rapidly and a new landscape is emerging. The single, independent "universal" imaging specialist is becoming a thing of the past. What factors lie behind this major trend? The Maverinck investigates.
May 17, 2021
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Smashing the magnetic field strength dogma in MRI
The field-strength question has divided the MR community since the early 1980s. Where do we stand now and what might the future hold? The Maverinck investigates in a new column.
February 15, 2021
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Teleconsultations and rating sites aren't all good news
The use of video consultations between doctors and patients, as well as commercial directories and doctor review sites, has exploded this year. They change some essential aspects of medical and human relationships, writes the Maverinck.
December 15, 2020
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COVID-19 papers: Publish fast, even if it's trash
In the mad rush of the COVID-19 rat race to become the first to publish "important" scientific or research results, even respected peer-reviewed journals have accepted articles without a proper review, the Maverinck writes in a new column. Pointless papers have become a serious problem, he says.
September 28, 2020
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Overdue baby dies after scan results sent 'to nowhere'
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.
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Overdue baby dies after scan results sent 'to nowhere'
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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The U.K. Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) has released a guidance document on pediatric trauma radiology.
October 28, 2024
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ASMIRT issues statement on radiographers and cardiac devices
By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers
The Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (ASMIRT) has released a position statement about radiographers' scope of practice for cardiac medical devices.
October 25, 2024
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Tc-99m shortage expected to last into November
By Will Morton
The delayed restart of a nuclear research reactor in the Netherlands is expected to cause supply shortages of technetium-99m (Tc-99m) into November.
October 25, 2024
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Median reports revenue gains for Q3
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France-based Median Technologies is reporting revenue increases for the third quarter of the 2024 fiscal year.
October 25, 2024
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Philips and Medtronic collaborate on stroke care
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Royal Philips and Medtronic Neurovascular have signed a partnership for delivering timely stroke care.
October 25, 2024
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Ventripoint receives CE Mark for cardiac ultrasound software
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Ventripoint Diagnostics has received CE Mark certification for its VMS+4.0 automated cardiac ultrasound software.
October 25, 2024
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