Search Tag: computed tomography

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Contrast-agent-shortage-sends-ripples-through-radiology

2022 23 May

Radiology departments react to a shortage of iodinated contrast media from GE Healthcare, caused by an unexpected COVID-19 lockdown in Shanghai, China. GE Healthcare’s manufacturing plant in Shanghai produces the iodinated contrast media, Omnipaque (iohexol) and Visipaque (iodixanol), which are used to enhance computed tomography and other imaging...Read more

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Contrast-agent-pooling-on-ct-predicts-imminent-heart-attack

2022 20 May

Researchers in New Taipei City, Taiwan, recently published evidence in  BMC Emergency Medicine  showing that venous pooling of contrast agent (CAP) predicted an imminent cardiac arrest.   The study evaluated all emergency department patients from 1 January 2016 to 31 December 2018 who received contrast computed tomography and then experienced cardiac...Read more

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Ct-lung-cancer-screening-reduces-deaths

2021 21 Dec

Most physicians agree that discovering lung cancer early is critical to saving lives. Over 200,000 people receive lung cancer diagnoses annually and this remains a leading causes of U.S. cancer deaths. For the first time, a large retrospective population study, conducted by researchers at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, demonstrated this.  The study...Read more

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Worlds-first-photon-counting-ct-scanner-launched

2021 17 Nov

This week, Siemens Healthineers (Erlangen, Germany) launched Naeotom Alpha, the world’s first photon-counting computed tomography (CT) scanner, following US and EU regulatory approval for clinical use. For their role in developing the photon-counting CT scanner, Siemens Healthineers employees, Professor Thomas Flohr, Dr Björn Kreisler, and Dr Stefan...Read more

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Dark-field-x-ray-detects-emphysema-earlier-with-less-radiation

2021 10 Nov

German researchers recently published a study in Lancet Digital Health showing that clinicians can use dark-field x-ray to diagnose emphysema in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients.   Routine chest X-ray imaging as a lung disease diagnostic tool lacks the sensitivity needed to detect emphysema. Until now, detailed diagnostic...Read more

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Cancer-screening-drops-after-diagnostic-ct

2021 09 Nov

Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (Boston, MA) recently published a study in the Journal of the American College of Radiology showing that patient retention in a lung cancer screening (LCS) programme drops after diagnostic chest computed tomography (CT) examinations. Lung cancer is the leading cause of US cancer-related death, and screening...Read more

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Us-fda-approves-worlds-first-photon-counting-ct-system

2021 06 Oct

On September 30, the US FDA approved the Siemens Naeotom Alpha, the world’s first photon-counting computed tomography (CT) scanner through the 510(k) premarket clearance pathway. 510(k) clearance establishes that a medical device is equivalent to a legally marketed predicate device. FDA and CT experts consider this a revolutionary shift in CT scanner...Read more

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Uk-cardiac-ct-course-2020

2020 06 Sep

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Fight-against-cancer-ge-healthcare-collaborates-with-nigeria-sovereign-investment-authority-nsia

2019 28 Feb

  GE Healthcare has partnered with the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) to supply latest technology in computed tomography (CT), Discovery RT, to Lagos University Teaching Hospital   Partnership will ensure provision of latest technology to enable early diagnostics and better treatment...Read more

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Ct-radiation-doses-vary-more-than-50-due-to-scanner-settings

2019 08 Jan

CT radiation exposure is associated with increased risk of cancer development in patients, as ionising radiation is a known carcinogen agent. Radiologists know it is crucial to limit medical imaging exposure and are increasingly adamant on finding ways to avoid unnecessary testing and reduce CT doses.  In a new study published in the BMJ , researchers...Read more

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Ct-based-abdominal-aortic-calcification-can-predict-heart-attack

2018 03 Oct

Computed tomography (CT) is commonly used to measure calcium, a component of plaque, in the coronary arteries. CT can also measure calcium in the abdominal aorta, the large vessel that carries oxygenated blood to the lower extremities.  New research published in the journal Radiology finds that CT-based measures of calcification in the abdominal...Read more

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Managing-incidentalomas-disclosure-of-cancer-history-useful

2017 25 Jul

Technological advancements and the ever-increasing use of computed tomography (CT) have greatly increased the detection of incidental findings, including tiny pulmonary nodules. The management of many "incidentalomas" is significantly influenced by a patient’s history of cancer. However, new research shows a significant number of CT requisitions do...Read more

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Radiation-dose-reduction-for-common-ct-examinations

2017 27 Jun

Opportunity exists for substantial radiation dose reduction using existing computed tomography (CT) technology for common diagnostic tasks, according to a new study reported in the journal Academic Radiology. CT is widely used in medical practice and can provide images with high spatial and temporal resolution that cover large regions of the body,...Read more

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Ultrasound-recommended-for-intussusception-diagnosis

2017 20 Jun

The best available evidence recommends ultrasound as the diagnostic modality of choice for the diagnosis of ileocolic intussusception in children, according to new research published in the journal Academic Radiology. The study assessed the diagnostic performance of radiography, ultrasound, and computed tomography (CT) in the detection of intussusception....Read more

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Siemens-healthineers-somatom-go-ct-platform-offers-radiology-customers-an-excellent-roi

2016 29 Nov

The Somatom go.Now and Somatom go.Up CT scanners are equally suited to newly established radiology departments and to expanding successful institutions Standardized workflows and multi-year service packages provide radiology providers high financial reliability and a foundation for successful growth Unique single-room concept drastically...Read more

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Imaging-detects-prosthetic-heart-valve-complications

2016 05 May

Multimodality imaging can be used to detect and diagnose prosthetic heart valve complications, where a dysfunction is rare but can be life threatening, according to the first recommendations published on this subject. When a dysfunction does occur in heart valve replacement using mechanical or biological prostheses, it is crucial to determine...Read more

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Advanced-3d-applied-for-first-time-to-deadly-ipf-lung-disease

2016 21 Apr

Researchers at the University of Southampton have used advanced 3D X-ray imaging technology to give new insight into the way IPF, an aggressive form of lung disease, develops in the body. Originally designed for the analysis of substantial engineering parts, such as jet turbine blades, the powerful scanning equipment at Southampton’s µ-VIS...Read more

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Surge-in-ct-for-minor-injuries-in-california

2016 19 Jan

A new study shows increased use of CTs in patients with non-serious injuries, such as fractures or neck strain, treated in emergency departments at California hospitals. The UCSF-led study, which tracked the use of the imaging from 2005 to 2013, found that CTs were more likely to be ordered in hospitals that were designated high-level trauma centres....Read more

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Ruling-out-ct-for-minor-head-trauma

2015 29 Dec

Combinations of history and physical examination features in clinical decision rules can identify patients with minor head trauma at low risk of severe intracranial injuries, and for whom head CT may not be necessary. The findings are based on a systematic review conducted by Joshua S. Easter, MD, MSc, of the Department of Emergency Medicine, University...Read more

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Spectral-ct-transforms-shades-of-grey

2015 27 Dec

Radiographic images, such as x-rays, mammograms and computed tomography (CT), help detect diseases like cancer in its early stages when treatment can be most effective. As these images are in black and white, detecting the difference between healthy tissue and abnormalities can be difficult.  Now, a new technology called spectral (colour) computed tomography...Read more

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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

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Trial-to-compare-ct-cardiac-catheterisation

2015 20 Oct

A new European randomised study ( DISCHARGE ) aims to determine whether computed tomography (CT) can replace cardiac catheterisation in evaluating patients with suspected coronary artery disease (CAD). Marc Dewey, Heisenberg Professor of Radiology at the Charité University Hospital in Berlin, coordinates the study, taking place at 25 clinical...Read more

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Study-ct-can-change-er-physicians-diagnoses

2015 14 Oct

In emergency department settings, CT scan results can substantially change physicians' diagnoses, diagnostic confidence, and admission decisions, according to a new study from the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Institute for Technology Assessment. The finding, reported in the journal Radiology , adds important information to health policy debates...Read more

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Ct-follow-up-after-lung-cancer-surgery-improves-survival

2015 01 Oct

A Danish study finds improved survival rates in lung cancer patients after surgery if their management includes a follow-up programme based on computer tomography (CT) of the chest. The findings were presented at the ERS International Congress 2015 in Amsterdam. "Our results show a significant improvement for survival rates for patients post-surgery...Read more

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Samsung-awarded-premier-inc-contract-for-general-radiography-computed-tomography-ultrasound

2015 15 Sep

Samsung has been awarded a group purchasing agreement for General Radiography, Computed Tomography, & Ultrasound with Premier, Inc., a leading healthcare improvement company, effective October 1, 2015. The new agreement allows Premier members, at their discretion, to take advantage of special pricing and terms pre-negotiated by Premier for Digital...Read more

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Oesophageal-cancer-pet-does-not-improve-treatment

2015 08 Sep

Positron emission tomography (PET) is increasingly being used to assess the effectiveness of chemo- or radiotherapy in patients with cancer of the oesophagus. Now researchers say that no robust evidence exists to show that PET improves the treatment for these patients. Their finding is reported in the journal Deutsches Ärzteblatt International . Cancer...Read more

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Diagnostic-imaging-can-rule-out-cad-in-low-risk-patients

2015 17 Aug

According to Dutch researchers, coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) combined with calcium scoring can noninvasively rule out coronary artery disease (CAD) in about half of women with atypical chest pain who are at relatively low risk for CAD. Their study, published in Journal of Women's Health , shows that the combined method is a good...Read more

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40-years-at-the-cutting-edge-of-technological-development

2015 23 Jul

Siretom, the first Siemens computer tomograph, began series production in 1975  Siemens shaped image-based diagnostics through innovations such as Spiral, Multislice, and Dual Source CT Somatom Force, the latest top-of-the-range model, proves Siemens Healthcare’s technological leadership  40 years after the launch of its first series model,...Read more