MRI

New Brain Research Imaging Center Under Construction in Cardiff University
Cardiff University has begun building an advanced MR imaging technology center, with the help of Siemens Healthcare. The center will use the latest brain imaging and brain stimulation technology to investigate the causes of neurological problems such as schizophrenia, multiple sclerosis, and dementia. More...25 Feb 2015


New Low Cost Specialist Incubator for Transporting Infants to and from Imaging Modalities
A company that designs, develops and manufactures neonatal specialist incubators has released a new incubator that can be used to transport infants for Magnetic Resonance Imaging or Computed Tomography imaging scans. More...23 Feb 2015


Researchers Develop Technique for Noninvasive Diagnosis of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Children
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease occurs when large droplets of fat are deposited in the liver. NAFLD is related to insulin resistance, and risk factors include obesity and diabetes. More...15 Feb 2015

High-Resolution Ultrasound and MRI for Management of Peroneal Tendon Injuries
Diagnosis of patients with chronic lateral ankle pain, from a sprained ankle for example, needs to include investigation for possible damage to the peroneal tendon complex according to research published in the January-February 2015 issue of the Radiological Society of North America RadioGraphics journal. More...09 Feb 2015
Sharp Increase in Advanced Imaging Exams and Referrals for Patients with Headaches
Medical guidelines in the United States recommend lifestyle counseling as preferred treatment for patients complaining of headaches. However, despite this advice, a study published in the January 8, 2015, issue of Journal of General Internal Medicine has found a sharp increase in prescriptions of preventive medications, referrals to other doctors, and for Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. More...04 Feb 2015
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Quantitative, High-Resolution T1 Rho MRI Mapping Scan Reveals Brain Differences in Bipolar Disorder
New Hyperpolarizer Enables Users to Double Polarization Levels for MR Imaging of Lungs
Imaging Test Designed for Autism Spectrum Disorder
Global Research Alliance Conducts Largest Collaborative Study of the Brain's Genetics
Quantitative Diffusion Tensor MRI Technology Diagnoses Head Injuries Not Seen on Standard MRI, CT Scans
PET/MR Imaging Shows First Evidence of Neuroinflammation in Chronic Pain Patients’ Brains
Restriction Spectrum MRI Technique Improves Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer
International Trial Shows Non-Contrast Renal MRA Accurate in Detecting Renal Artery Stenosis
New Approach to Study the Development of Alzheimer's Disease
Novel Prostate Cancer Screening Technique Revealed
New Guidelines on MRI Safety and Compatibility of Medical Devices
MRI Probe Combined with Magnetic Nanostructure and Antibody can Detect Alzheimer’s Disease Early
New Functional MR Technique to Help Improve Understanding of Spinal Cord Injuries and Diseases
fMRI Scanning Shows Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Enhances Motor Learning Ability After Stroke
fMRI Identifies Neural Damage Due to HIV Before Symptoms Present
Scientists Establish New Guidelines for Improved MRI Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
DTI-MRI Shows Brain Alterations in High School Football Players After Only One Season
Diffusion Tensor MRI Reveals Brain Connection Failure in Early Alzheimer’s Disease
Monitoring Cancer and Drug Delivery with Nanoparticles
fMRI Research Locates “Lost” Languages in the Brain
Magnet Displacement and Pain Seen in Patients with Cochlear Implants Undergoing MRI Scanning
Combining PET and MRI to Visualize Development of Alzheimer’s Disease
MedImaging's MRI channel in addition to reporting on MR hardware, informs about the many magnetic resonance applications possible with the technique notably MRI, fMRI, diffusion MRI, MR angiography, MR guided surgery, in addition to industry developments, and safety issues.