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Radiology is the medical specialty directing medical imaging technologies to diagnose and sometimes treat diseases. Originally it was the aspect of medical science dealing with the medical use of electromagnetic energy emitted by X-ray machines or other such radiation devices for the purpose of obtaining visual information as part of medical imaging.

New study to address causes and risk factors of ovarian cancer in African American women

University Hospitals Case Medical Center and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine are conducting an important new study addressing the lack of knowledge about causes and risk factors for ovarian cancer in African American women. The five-year study is funded by the National Cancer Institute through Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.

2 Feb 2011

Microbubble contrast- enhanced ultrasound improves identification of sentinel lymph node in breast biopsies

Using "microbubbles" and ultrasound can mean more targeted breast biopsies for patients with early breast cancer, helping to determine treatment and possibly saving those patients from undergoing a second breast cancer surgery, a new study in shows.

2 Feb 2011

Oncology experts to discuss latest developments in head and neck cancers

The European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ESTRO), the European Head and Neck Society (EHNS), and the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) in collaboration with other European partners, have the pleasure of inviting you to report on the 3rd International Conference on innovative approaches In Head and Neck Oncology that will be held in Barcelona (Spain) on the 24th -26th February 2011.

1 Feb 2011

FDA approves 'Cornell Dots' for first clinical trial in humans to diagnose cancer

"Cornell Dots" - brightly glowing nanoparticles - may soon be used to light up cancer cells to aid in diagnosing and treating cancer. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first clinical trial in humans of the new technology.

1 Feb 2011

MRI screening for breast cancer delivers fewer false-positive results over time

MRI screening for breast cancer delivers consistent rates of cancer detection and fewer false-positive results over time, according to a new study published online and in the April print edition of Radiology.

1 Feb 2011

Widespread screening or ultrasound for blocked neck arteries not necessary to determine stroke risk

Widespread screening or routine ultrasound for blocked neck arteries to determine stroke risk isn't necessary, according to new guidelines from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, American College of Cardiology and other groups.

1 Feb 2011

Radiologists should provide first-rate physiology education for medical students

In order for medical students to ultimately provide quality patient care medical schools should turn to radiologists to help them teach physiology, one of the core disciplines of medicine, according to a study in the February issue of the Journal of the American College of Radiology (www.jacr.org). Physiology is the science of the function of living systems.

1 Feb 2011

FDA approves Boston Scientific's Renegade HI-FLO Fathom Pre-Loaded System

Boston Scientific Corporation today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved its Renegade HI-FLO Fathom Pre-Loaded System for selective access and delivery of diagnostic, embolic and therapeutic materials into the peripheral vasculature.

1 Feb 2011

FDA approves ultrasmall silica inorganic nanoparticle INDA for targeted molecular imaging of cancer

Researchers at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center's Nanotechnology Center, along with collaborators at Cornell University and Hybrid Silica Technologies, have received approval for their first Investigational New Drug Application from the US Food and Drug Administration for an ultrasmall silica inorganic nanoparticle platform for targeted molecular imaging of cancer, which may be useful for cancer treatment in the future.

31 Jan 2011

Radia announces diagnostic imaging services partnership with Jefferson Healthcare

Radia, is proud to announce a diagnostic imaging services partnership with Jefferson Healthcare commencing on January 1, 2011. Jefferson Healthcare, located in Port Townsend, WA, is a comprehensive healthcare center providing services for the more than 29,500 residents of Jefferson County.

31 Jan 2011

Published paper suggests some orthodontists may expose young patients to unnecessary radiation

Some orthodontists may be exposing young patients to unnecessary radiation when they order 3-D X-ray imaging for simple orthodontic cases before considering traditional 2-D imaging, suggests a paper published by University of Michigan faculty.

29 Jan 2011

NIH awards CCTSI $2.2 million grant to advance personalized medicine

A federal grant totaling $2.2 million shows how the University of Colorado School of Medicine and Anschutz Medical Campus are using technology to advance the cutting-edge field of personalized medicine -- tailoring treatments to the individual based on their genetic make-up.

28 Jan 2011

Annual mammogram screening at younger age reduces breast cancer deaths

A new study questions the controversial U.S. Preventative Service Task Force recommendations for breast cancer screening, with data that shows starting at a younger age and screening more frequently will result in more lives saved.

28 Jan 2011

Major changes at Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology

The Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology-the monthly, peer-reviewed flagship publication of the Society of Interventional Radiology-announced several major changes for 2011-all directed at highlighting the global impact of this minimally invasive medical specialty and its lead journal.

27 Jan 2011

IDEV announces release of SUPERA stent data from Leipzig Registry

IDEV Technologies, Incorporated, an innovative leader in the development and commercialization of minimally invasive medical technologies, today announced the release of two-year European data from the prominent Leipzig Registry, which tracks patients treated with the SUPERA wire interwoven nitinol stent.

27 Jan 2011

First cases using Concentric Medical's Trevo System for ischemic stroke performed in Canada

Marking a major milestone toward expanding the use of Stentriever™ technology for stroke patients, Concentric Medical, Inc., the global leader in acute ischemic stroke intervention, today announced that the first cases have been performed using its Trevo™ System in Canada.

27 Jan 2011

East Liverpool City Hospital, Foundation Radiology Group enter imaging services agreement

Foundation Radiology Group, the premier provider of diagnostic imaging professional services for community hospitals, is pleased to announce its exclusive imaging services agreement with East Liverpool City Hospital located in East Liverpool, Ohio.

25 Jan 2011

TU Delft receives EU grant to diagnose and monitor Crohn's disease using MRI scans

Colonoscopy is the standard intestinal examination for diagnosing and monitoring Crohn's disease. It is a stressful procedure in which a flexible tube fitted with a camera is passed into the large intestine. MRI scans are therefore often used as an alternative to monitor the course of the disease and how it is responding to treatment.

25 Jan 2011

EU awards 3 million euros for improving assessment of MRI scans for Crohn’s disease

24 Jan 2011

CT scans can help physicians to diagnose abdominal pain, reduce health care costs

The use of CT scanning to evaluate abdominal pain in emergency departments can help physicians arrive at a diagnosis quickly and decisively. A study conducted at Massachusetts General Hospital and appearing in the February issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology also finds that information provided by CT scans changed treatment plans for almost half the patients studied and significantly reduced probable hospital admissions.

24 Jan 2011

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New study to address causes and risk factors of ovarian cancer in African American women

Microbubble contrast- enhanced ultrasound improves identification of sentinel lymph node in breast biopsies

Oncology experts to discuss latest developments in head and neck cancers

FDA approves 'Cornell Dots' for first clinical trial in humans to diagnose cancer

MRI screening for breast cancer delivers fewer false-positive results over time

Widespread screening or ultrasound for blocked neck arteries not necessary to determine stroke risk

Radiologists should provide first-rate physiology education for medical students

FDA approves Boston Scientific's Renegade HI-FLO Fathom Pre-Loaded System

FDA approves ultrasmall silica inorganic nanoparticle INDA for targeted molecular imaging of cancer

Radia announces diagnostic imaging services partnership with Jefferson Healthcare

Published paper suggests some orthodontists may expose young patients to unnecessary radiation

NIH awards CCTSI $2.2 million grant to advance personalized medicine

Annual mammogram screening at younger age reduces breast cancer deaths

Major changes at Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology

IDEV announces release of SUPERA stent data from Leipzig Registry

First cases using Concentric Medical's Trevo System for ischemic stroke performed in Canada

East Liverpool City Hospital, Foundation Radiology Group enter imaging services agreement

TU Delft receives EU grant to diagnose and monitor Crohn's disease using MRI scans

EU awards 3 million euros for improving assessment of MRI scans for Crohn’s disease

CT scans can help physicians to diagnose abdominal pain, reduce health care costs

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