Search Tag: RSNA 2015
RSNA15: Study Shows Link Between Early-Stage Brain and Heart Disease
2015 03 Dec
Researchers in the Netherlands studying thousands of healthy adults have found a connection between very early stages of brain and heart disease, according to a study presented on Wednesday, 2 December, at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America. The finding provides more insight into the heart-brain connection, which is important... Read more
RSNA15: Patient Mood Can Affect IR Procedures
2015 03 Dec
Feeling high levels of distress, guilt and fear before undergoing an angioplasty or other interventional radiology procedure may lead to a poor outcome, according to a new study to be presented on Thursday, 3 December, at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). The study examined data from 230 patients who underwent image-guided... Read more
Samsung Electronics Unveils an Expanded Portfolio of Medical Imaging Solutions at RSNA 2015
2015 03 Dec
Featured product debuts include the NExCT 7 CT scanner and the RS80A with Prestige ultrasound system Samsung Electronics is strengthening its commitment to delivering fast, reliable, smart and innovative diagnostic solutions for healthcare providers by debuting the newest additions to its portfolio, on display at the Radiological Society of... Read more
RSNA15: Conjoined Twins - Role of CT, 3D Printing
2015 03 Dec
In a first, researchers have used CT imaging and 3D printing in the surgical planning for separation of conjoined twins, according to a study presented on Wednesday, 2 December, at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). The 3D models proved to be an excellent source of information, as there were no major discrepancies... Read more
RSNA15: Knuckles that Snap, Crackle and Pop
2015 02 Dec
While it's common for joints to crack, pop and snap, little is known about what really causes a knuckle to "crack" out loud. To learn more, researchers at UC Davis examined 40 healthy adults with ultrasound imaging as they attempted to crack the knuckle at the base of each finger — or metacarpophalangeal joint (MPJ). Ultrasound images revealed what... Read more
RSNA15: Getting to the Heart of Archaeology
2015 02 Dec
Modern imaging techniques (CT and MRI) have enabled researchers to investigate hearts more than 400 years old found at an archaeological site, helping them learn about the health conditions of the people buried there. Of the five hearts examined, one heart appeared healthy and showed no signs of disease. Three of the hearts did show signs of disease,... Read more
RSNA15: Study: Breast Density Alone Not a Risk Factor for Cancer
2015 02 Dec
Breast density may not be a strong independent factor for increased breast cancer risk, according to a new study to be presented on Thursday 3 December at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Natasa Katavic, MD, from the Department of Radiology at Health Center Osijek in Osijek, Croatia and colleagues analysed data... Read more
RSNA15: Free Diving Heart Changes Shown on MRI
2015 02 Dec
Significant cardiovascular changes occur in divers who hold their breath while descending hundreds of feet below the surface of the ocean, according to a new study presented on Tuesday, 1 December, at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). These changes can pose potential dangers, particularly to inexperienced or cardiac... Read more
RSNA15: Gastric Artery Embolisation Shows Promise in Treating Obesity
2015 02 Dec
An interventional radiology technique may be effective in treating obesity, according to the preliminary results of a study presented on Tuesday, 1 December, at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). The initial patient in the study represented the first use of left gastric artery embolisation in the Western Hemisphere... Read more
TeraRecon Introduces Overlay PACS Viewing at RSNA 2015
2015 01 Dec
TeraRecon ( www.terarecon.com ), a leader in advanced visualization, enterprise medical image viewing and image sharing solutions, highlights a new strategy for enterprise imaging called Overlay PACS™ Viewing at RSNA15 Annual Conference, held at McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois, November 29th-December 3rd, 2015. Booth #6713. RSNA15 attendees will... Read more