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Image: Transverse (a) T2-weighted, (b) unenhanced T1-weighted, and (c) gadolinium-enhanced T1-weighted MR images in an 82-year-old man. The left ICA wall shows no plaque or significant wall thickening. The right ICA shows plaque with a lipid core (arrow). ICA = internal carotid artery, ECA = external carotid artery, IJ = internal jugular vein (Photo courtesy of the Radiological Society of North America).

Carotid Artery MRI May Predict Probability of Heart Attack, Stroke

Noninvasive MRI of carotid artery plaque can effectively forecast future cardiovascular events such as strokes and heart attacks in individuals without a history of cardiovascular disease, according to a new research.  More...
17 Mar 2014

Varian to Acquire Software Platform for Data-Driven Clinical Decision Making in Cancer Centers

Varian Medical Systems has signed an agreement with Velocity Medical Solutions to acquire specific assets of Velocity, a privately-held developer of specialized software for cancer clinics.   More...
17 Mar 2014

PET Imaging Reveals Cognitive Impairment Predicted from Plaques

Molecular brain imaging using a radioactive dye has been found to identify early evidence of Alzheimer’s disease that may predict future cognitive decline among adults with mild or no cognitive impairment, according to a 36-month follow-up study.  More...
17 Mar 2014
Image: Esaote’s CrystaLine range of ultrasound systems (Photo courtesy of Esaote).

Ultrasound Technology Enhancements Provide Imaging at Greater Depths

New ultrasound technology’s precise technical capabilities enable high quality images to be captured at greater depths in the body.  More...
13 Mar 2014
Image: Perkin Elmer XRpad 4336 wireless flat panel detector (Photo courtesy of Perkin Elmer).

Wireless, Cassette-Sized Flat Panel Detector Designed for Digital Radiography

A wireless cassette-sized flat panel detector component has been developed for digital radiography applications.  More...
13 Mar 2014

Limiting Radiation to Major Salivary Glands in Head and Neck Cancer Patients

Avoiding the salivary contralateral submandibular gland during radiation therapy is feasible and safe with advanced stage, node-positive head and neck tumors and base of tongue lesions, according to new research.  More...
12 Mar 2014
Image: PET scans showing the differences between a normal older adult\'s brain and the brain of an older adult afflicted with Alzheimer\'s disease (Photo courtesy of the NIH).

Earlier Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease Attained with New PET Tracers

New nuclear imaging techniques are helping to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease much earlier than ever before.  More...
11 Mar 2014
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