Radiography
Single-Fraction Radiotherapy for Palliation of Bone Metastases Improves Quality of Life
Standardizing prescribing protocols for single-fraction radiation therapy for palliation of bone metastases could lead to cost savings and improvement in bone cancer patients’ quality of life, according to recent research. More...25 Aug 2014
Retrofit Enables Cost-Effective Upgrade of Existing Mobile X-Ray Systems to Direct Radiography
A mobile retrofit system has been designed to be mounted on mobile X-ray systems to create an easy way for hospitals to go digital without having to replace existing mobile X-ray units. More...20 Aug 2014
Bone Suppression Software Used to Optimize Diagnostic Capability of X-Ray Systems
New bone suppression technology helps radiologists identify lung nodules and other serious medical conditions by converting a traditional chest X-ray into a soft tissue image without the ribs and clavicle bones. More...18 Aug 2014
Pelvic X-Ray May Not Be Required for Children with Blunt Torso Trauma
Pelvic X-rays routinely ordered for children who have suffered blunt force trauma do not effectively detect all instances of pelvic fractures or dislocations and are typically unwarranted for patients for whom abdominal/pelvic CT scanning is otherwise planned. More...17 Aug 2014
Ultrasound Needle Guidance System
SonoSite L25
Digital X-Ray Detector Panel
Acuity G4
Digital Radiographic System
OMNERA 300M
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Identifying Bladder Cancer Patients Who Could Benefit from Tumor-Softening Treatment
Imaging, Genetic Testing Reveal that Tyrolean Iceman had Genetic Predisposition for Atherosclerosis
False-Positive CT Findings Do Not Increase Worry in Lung Cancer Patients
Algorithm Found to Reduce CT Scans for Diagnosis of Pediatric Appendicitis
Neuronal Cytoskeleton and Cytomechanics Shown to Be Altered by Cranial Radiotherapy at a Specific Dose
3D Imaging of a Paleolithic Child’s Skull Shows Possible Violent Head Trauma
Naturally Derived Plant Compounds Protect Skin during Cancer Radiotherapy
Signs of Gastric Lap Band Slippage Identified by Radiologists
Determining How Ions Degrade DNA May Enhance Radiotherapy for Cancer Patients
Gene Variations Can Predict Radiation-Induced Toxicity Risk
Changing the Shape of CT Scanners in Response to Patient’s Expanding Waistlines
Soft Tissue Radiotherapy Real-Time Tracking Device Receives Approval
Boston Marathon Bombings Force Reevaluation of Emergency Radiology Procedures
Child-Centered Protocols Advised for Safe Imaging
CT Scanning Not Necessary for Minor Head Injuries in Children
Tomosynthesis Technology Advances Specimen Radiography
Self-Assembling Nanoparticles Could Improve Cancer Diagnosis
X-Ray Tube Housings Conform to RoHS Regulations
Advanced Digital X-Ray Room Features Ceiling-Suspended Direct Radiography system
Low-Dose CT Screening Study Reveals Improved Diagnostic Performance for Lung Cancer
Cardiac and Vascular Imaging Combined into One System
Risk Profiling Used with Mammography Diagnosis Should Reduce Number of Missed Tumors
Newer Generation, Dual-Source CT Scanners Cut Radiation Exposure to Patients
The MedImaging Radiology channel covers fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computerized tomography, mammography, interventional radiology, and other medical uses of X-ray imaging as well as related instrumentation, trends and safety issues.