Radiography
CR System Designed for Smaller Environments
A desktop, compact, and convenient multiapplication computed radiography system is easy to install, use, and maintain. The solution is ideal for decentralized environment and the compact design makes it suitable for smaller facilities or areas where space might be an issue. More...26 Mar 2010
Combined Mammography and Breast MRI Useful for Some Women at High-Risk for Cancer
Yearly breast cancer screening using both mammography and magnetic resonance imaging is expected to be a cost-effective way to improve life expectancy in women with an increased risk of breast cancer. More...24 Mar 2010
Tumor-Tracking Technology Reduces Side Effects from Radiation for Prostate Cancer
A prospective, multisite study is the first outcomes-based study to evaluate the quality of life of high-dose intensity-modulated radiotherapy to the prostate with tightly contoured treatment technically described as "reduced treatment margins.” More...17 Mar 2010
New Cardiac CT Technology Significantly Reduces Patient Radiation Exposure
In a new study, U.S. investigators have determined that an imaging exam of the heart using the latest generation of CT technology exposes patients to as much as 91% less radiation than standard helical CT scanning. More...15 Mar 2010
Split-Course Palliative Radiotherapy Effective for Advanced Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer
Researchers recently assessed the overall efficacy of split-course palliative chest radiotherapy for symptom relief in patients with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer and found that the technology represents a beneficial alternative for patients who cannot tolerate continuous radiation treatment courses. More...15 Mar 2010
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Mammo DR Retrofit Solution
DR Retrofit Mammography
Post-Processing Imaging System
DynaCAD Prostate
Ultrasound Needle Guidance System
SonoSite L25
Mammography System (Analog)
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In Other News
Blocking Development of New Blood Vessels Augments Radiotherapy for Brain Tumors
Genetic Link Found Between Mammographic Density and Breast Cancer
New Tool to Determine CT Scan Need in Children with Minor Head Injury
Three-Pronged Initiative to Reduce Unnecessary Radiation Exposure from Medical Imaging
Perfusion Imaging May Be Better Sign of Blood Vessel Narrowing and Early Coronary Artery Disease
First Image-Guided Radiotherapy School in Australia to Teach Advanced Radiotherapy Techniques
Expanded Uses for Navigation System for Ultrasound and 3D Fluoroscopic X-ray
Project Initiated to Advance Early Detection of Brain Aneurysms
Steps Taken to Assess Any Possible Risk with Low-Dose Radiation Exposure
CT Scans See Increased Use in "Severe” H1N1 Cases
Direct Digital DR System Uses Direct Capture Technology
Innovative Software Creates 3D Views of Cardiac Arteries
Younger Women with Suspected Appendicitis Benefit from Preoperative CT Imaging
Diagnostic Multimodality Breast Imaging Workstation Software Improves Radiologist Productivity
Slovenia Hospital to Utilize Multimodality Radiotherapy/Radiosurgery Technology
Digital Mammography Delivers Considerably Less Radiation than Standard Mammography
Positron Emission Mammography with Image-Guided Breast Irradiation Therapy to Optimize Breast Cancer Treatment
Preoperative Mammogram Reduces the Need for Mastectomy in Women with DCIS
Unexpected Findings Seen on MRI-Enterography Evaluation of Crohn's Disease
SIR Supports Vertebroplasty Treatment for Painful Spine Fractures
CT-Guidance Useful as Alternative Pancreatic Biopsy Method
Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy for Rectal Carcinoma Patient
CT Scanner Intelligently Adapts to Clinical Needs
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.