2023 Article Archive
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November/December 2023
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To Screen or Not to Screen
Raising awareness of the importance of lung cancer screenings and breaking down barriers to access is crucial, as participation rates remain low.
Building the Pipeline
Expanding outreach to medical students could be the way to combat ongoing workforce shortages within the field of medical imaging.
Out of This World
Radiology could play a significant role in maintaining health aboard spaceflights as space travel becomes more common and imaging technology becomes more accessible.
Light and Sound
By combining optical tomography and ultrasound, a new imaging modality called QPAT can provide high-resolution images of various complex systems within the human body.
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Editor’s Note
Something to Look Forward To
Interventional News
Office-based labs offer a profitable alternative to hospital-based settings, but what does it take to set one up?
Women’s Imaging
Researchers have high hopes for ablating breast tumors with MRgFUS.
RSNA Highlights
News Scan
On the Case
Radiologists discover a case of IgA vasculitis enteritis.
MRI Monitor
A recent study demonstrates the promising results of an AI enhancement algorithm that improves MRI image quality and reduces scan times.
Second Opinions
October 2023
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Help or Hindrance?
AI has demonstrated effectiveness in reading mammograms, but more data are necessary before it receives endorsement within the field.
Center Stage
A partnership with GE Healthcare has propelled St. Joseph’s Health Care London and the Lawson Health Research Institute in Ontario, Canada, forward, bringing state-of-the-art, personalized care to patients.
In Sync
Safer, more efficient, noninvasive procedures are becoming a reality, thanks to a new augmented reality platform combining live imaging with 3D X-ray vision.
The Price of Accuracy
Radiologists are developing new ways of diagnosing and treating Alzheimer’s that relieve the financial burden patients typically encounter.
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Editor’s Note
Attention to Detail
Women’s Imaging
AI can assist radiologists with interpreting the increased volume of digital breast tomosynthesis images.
Ultrasound News
A wearable breast ultrasound patch could revolutionize breast cancer detection.
Reporter’s Notebook
News from SNMMI 2023
MRI Monitor
Researchers have discovered a new use for copper as a contrast agent that provides clear images at lower doses.
On the Case
Radiologists discover a case of colitis cystica profunda.
Second Opinions
August/September 2023
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Inside the Algorithm
Rather than asking how an AI algorithm works, it is in the best interest of radiologists to ask how often these algorithms work and assess the value they add to radiology departments.
Uncommon Insight
Radiologists are advocating to make radiomics a staple of their practices for its ability to help identify medical conditions sooner.
Scaling the Learning Curve
Staff shortages and physician burnout complicate the increasing demand for chest X-rays. The good news is that AI has the potential to solve both problems.
Relaxing Time?
High-relaxivity contrast agents provide high-quality imaging at lower doses, potentially reducing patients’ exposure to gadolinium.
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Educated Guess?
Women’s Imaging
Additional breast cancer screening is a necessity for women with dense breast tissue, but high costs and a lack of Medicare coverage puts many women at risk of forgoing this much needed screening.
MRI Monitor
Emerging trends in MRI show a move toward lightweight, comfortable scanners and affordable pediatric imaging.
Imaging Informatics
Incorporating imaging into clinical trials is challenging, but with the emergence of more advanced AI technology, its operational viability has never been higher.
On the Case
Radiologists discover a case of placenta previa and accreta.
Second Opinions
June/July 2023
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Battling Burnout
The impact of burnout from the COVID-19 pandemic lingers, even while the pandemic’s protocols dwindle. Experts discuss burnout symptoms and how to combat them.
On Target
Prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment was once an arduous process, but thanks to technological advancements and developments in nuclear medicine, it is becoming easier than ever to detect and treat.
Breaking the Silence on Bone Conditions
Bone disease often remains “silent” until it causes noticeable issues such as bone fractures. Radiologists are making themselves loud and clear when it comes to diagnosing and treating.
Making the Most of It
Physicians providing nonprocedural services receive less pay—interventional radiologists fall into this category. Experts have advice on how interventional radiologists can increase revenue without sacrificing patient satisfaction.
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’Tis the Season
MRI Monitor
The latest MRI news.
Dose Safety
New and emerging trends in nuclear medicine have radiologists considering best practices for safe dosing and diagnostic efficiency.
Molecular Imaging News
Increased understanding of brain biology is advancing the diagnostic capabilities of radiologists, allowing them to catch neurodegenerative diseases sooner.
Interventional News
Securing central vascular access devices is crucial to ensuring positive patient outcomes, and until now, there has been little discussion about effective securing methods.
On the Case
Radiologists discover a case of nonkeratinizing squamous cell carcinoma.
Second Opinions
May 2023
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Radiology for a Healthy Planet
Radiologists are looking critically at the environmental impact of their practice and ways to mitigate advancing climate change.
Real-Time Reassurance
Intraoperative MRI is changing the field of pediatric neurological care, giving parents hope and patients better outcomes.
The Density Debate
Dense breast tissue poses issues when attempting to diagnose or detect cancer. Experts discuss the best ways to address it.
Handy With Tools
The ultrasound modality is booming—there is a slew of new tools emerging, promising faster imaging, convenience, and ease of use.
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Global Guidelines
Imaging Informatics
Federated learning is making key changes to radiology practices that lead to increased efficiency and improved workflow.
CT Slice
AI Insights
AI solves age old problems with pulmonary embolism diagnoses and, if utilized correctly, could save countless lives.
Managing to Succeed
With medical imaging challenges looming, there are emerging trends that seek to address these challenges and ensure the successful future of radiology practice.
On the Case
Radiologists discover a case of cecal bascule.
Products and Services
Second Opinions
April 2023
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Golden Opportunity?
Opportunistic imaging, the process of retrieving additional data from imaging scans, stretches the value of imaging techniques such as CT and is catching the attention of radiologists for its perceived low risk and high reward.
Flexible Fluoroscopy
Experts are making fluoroscopy more efficient than ever, with lower doses, faster speeds, and more functionality.
FLASH Forward
A new type of radiotherapy boasting faster speeds at higher dose rates is being researched, and the results are promising.
Opening Windows
New medical displays offer a variety of benefits, from remote reading to virtual reality compatibility and even tools to improve workflow. Radiology Today discusses how these upgrades are improving radiology departments.
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Value-Added Imaging
AI Insights
AI is going above and beyond in assisting, and sometimes taking the place of, medical writers.
Imaging Ergonomics
Ergonomically designed systems benefit patients and clinicians alike; innovations are making mammography and ultrasound systems more ergonomic.
Reporter’s Notebook
News From SIR 2023
Molecular Imaging News
The latest news on a new radiotracer for pancreatic cancer and more.
On the Case
Radiologists discover a case of posttraumatic superficial temporal artery pseudoaneurysm.
Products and Services
Second Opinions
March 2023
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Multiple Realities
Augmented and virtual reality technology is making diagnostic decisions easier for clinicians.
Incidental Contact
Incidental findings pose a challenge for health care providers. Making sure radiologists’ findings are communicated to referring physicians and followed up in a timely manner has significant implications for patient outcomes.
Watching the Detectors
The robustness and reliability of X-ray detectors are driving the trend of health care clinics searching for optimized workflows and reduced downtimes.
Good Time
Faster MRIs are proven to be better for patients’ comfort and radiologists’ workload, and they do not diminish imaging quality.
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New Views
AI Insights
AI offers help for radiologists’ workloads by cutting backlogs.
Imaging Informatics
Experts share the best practices for sharing imaging data with patients while also protecting their data.
Ultrasound News
The emersion and advancement of extended reality technology provides a plethora of benefits for sonographers and extends access to health care for the betterment of all patients.
News Scan
Products and Services
On the Case
A rare occurrence of gallstone ileus leads to an interesting case.
Second Opinions
January/February 2023
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Signs of Trouble
Often, imaging can reveal signs of intimate partner violence. Radiologists and physicians must work together to diagnose and address the issue when they see it.
Developing Trust
AI is being used to automate and standardize image interpretation tasks, improving read times and lessening radiologist workload.
A Better Option
Dense breast tissue makes detecting cancer on mammograms difficult; however, innovative breast ultrasound systems are improving cancer detection for patients with dense breast tissue.
5 Things to Watch in 2023
Check out our annual review of the RSNA conference.
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A Bigger Picture
Molecular Imaging News
A new PET/CT machine is improving scan times and reducing radiation exposure, especially in pediatric patients.
CT Slice
3D imaging technology used for facial reconstruction may prove useful for radiology departments.
Billing and Coding
Changes to E/M guidelines may offer more opportunities for inpatient billing.
MRI Monitor
An expert weighs in on ways to improve MR imaging going forward.
On the Case
Radiologists discover a case of ablation-related atrioesophageal fistula.
