Radiography
Encouraging Results Reported from Study of Image-Guided Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Spine Metastases
Image-guided stereotactic radiosurgery can be an effective approach for treating up to three spinal metastases, according to an international team of researchers reporting on the results of a recently concluded multi-institutional phase II trial. More...26 Oct 2011
Lower Contrast Agent Dose Possible Using 320-Row CT Angiography
An analysis of 180-row CT angiography studies performed using a 320-detector row scanner found that a contrast media protocol based on 60 mL of iopamidol,“had sufficient enhancement in more than 96% of coronary segments.” More...20 Oct 2011
Breast and Lungs Should Be Considered When Determining Thoracic Imaging Protocols
Physicians are urged to prudently take in account the radiation dose to the breast and lungs before deciding which CT protocol to use for thoracic imaging of individual patients, a new study cautioned. More...19 Oct 2011
In Other News
CR Readers, Software Receive FDA Clearance
Novel Tilting Table Performs All Radiography and Fluoroscopy Procedures on a Single System
Radiation Therapy Technology Provides Simultaneous MRI Scanning, Treatment
Reducing Planning CT Dose Lowers Dose of CT Fluoroscopy for Spine Injections
Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy Has Less Harmful Rectal Side Effects
Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Cardiovascular Care Presented
Enhancements Designed to Make Radiotherapy and Radiosurgery Faster, Easier, More Accurate, and Cost Effective
Ultra-Low Dose CT Technology Provides Extreme Image Clarity
Unnecessary Lung Cancer Surgery Could Be Prevented Using Diffusion-Weighted MR Imaging
Digital Radiography Detectors Provide Increased Sensitivity for Higher Image Quality
Improved “Magic Bullet” Designed for Cancer Detection, Radiotherapy
Mobile C-arm Opens the Way for Hybrid ORs
Imaging Technologies Evaluate Effectiveness of Heart Drug
X-Ray Protein Probe May Lead to Potential Anticancer Treatment
Spinal Digital Subtraction Angiography Deemed to Be Safe and Effective
Computed Radiography Systems Provide Versatility, Convenience for Increased Workflow Efficiency in Orthopedic Practices
Computed Radiography Upgrade Generates Productivity Gains, Cost Savings
Angiographic Navigation System Provides Reduced Radiation Dose for Catheter Interventions
Ceiling-Mounted Imaging Systems Provide Improved Imaging Quality
Optimizing Radiation Dose in Chest CT Discussed in New Report
Carbon Dioxide Insufflation System for CT Colonography approved in Japan
Imaging Reveals Calcified Plaque in Arteries May Pose Dementia, Stroke Risk
New Heart Scan May Speed up Diagnosis with Less Radiation
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