Ultrasound

Ultrasound Application Enhances Visualization of the Baby’s Face
A new ultrasound system includes innovative tools such as 4D imaging technology called spatiotemporal image correlation, which allows clinicians to rapidly notify patients about any rare or intricate heart abnormalities in the fetus. More...22 May 2013


Ultrasound Needle Guidance Technology Provides Real-Time Visual Updates of Needle Location
New ultrasound needle-guidance technology integrates ultrasound with sophisticated magnetics to provide users with real-time visual updates of needle positioning as it moves through tissue to the intended target. More...20 May 2013
Using Microbubbles with High-Intensity Ultrasound Enhances Cancer Therapy
Microbubbles have been shown to decrease the acoustic strength and time of ultrasound scanning that is required to heat and destroy an embedded target. If these new findings can be validated in clinical practice, microbubbles could improve the effectiveness of high-intensity ultrasound treatment of solid tumors. More...16 May 2013
Two Venous Punctures Not Always Required for Intravascular Ultrasound-Guided Inferior Vena Cava Filter Placement
One venous puncture, instead of two, is an effective and safe way to intravascular ultrasound-guided inferior vena cava filter positioning in critically ill patients, a new study revealed. Inferior vena cava filter placement is performed to prevent or treat pulmonary emboli or deep venous thrombosis. More...15 May 2013


In Other News
Prostate Cancer Patient Receives First Treatment of Real-Time Brachytherapy Planning System
Breast Ultrasound Detects Tumors in Women with Dense Breasts Overlooked on Mammography
Tablet Size Ultrasound System Designed for Vascular Applications
Testing Tiles Designed for Ultrasound Treatment of Soft Tissue Injuries
Tablet Ultrasound System Provides Easy Access to Point-of-Care Imaging
Plan to Expand Breast, Obstetric Imaging Programs in Underserved Region of Uganda
Future Breast Cancer Screening Will Need Personalized Approach
Mobile Ultrasound System Designed for a Range of Applications
Gastrointestinal Imaging Advances Improve Speed and Delivery of Diagnostic and Treatment Options
Ultrasound Imaging Technology Enhanced with Golden Nanorods Encased in Polymer
Ultrasound Helps Diagnose Lung Congestion in Dialysis Patients
New Ultrasound Applications Detects Early Response to Pancreatic Cancer Therapy
Ultrasound Reveals Risk of Autism for Newborn Babies
Focused Ultrasound Technology Improves Myocardial Remodeling after Heart Attack
Elastography, the Next Big Thing in Cancer Detection
Intravascular Ultrasound/Optical Coherence Tomography Analysis Software Designed for Clinical Workflow Settings
Ultrasound Screening Effective for Second Trimester Markers for Down’s Syndrome
Women’s Ultrasound Simulator Shows Fetal, Maternal Anatomy Next to Ultrasound Image
Medical Outreach Partner to Educate on the Use of Ultrasound in India
Compression Ultrasound Combined with Doppler Ultrasound Can Rule Out Blood Clots in Pregnant Women
MR-guided, Focused Ultrasound Therapy Company Receives US Approval to Treat Bone Pain
Ultrasound System Treats Neurological Disorders in the Brain
Analysis Software Allows Fast, Precise Review of 3D and 2D Breast Ultrasound Images
MedImaging channel of MedImaging offers comprehensive coverage of medical sonography in its Ultrasound channel dealing with diagnostic and obstetric sonography, palliative applications (MRgFUS), as well as reports on scanners and transducers.







