Medical Imaging
Partnership Initiated for Development, Production of Healthcare Products in Russia
Philips Healthcare and Electron, a leading Russian medical equipment manufacturer, announced a partnership for the development and production of innovative products specifically designed to serve the needs in the Russian healthcare market. More...22 Jun 2010

Whole-Body MRI Shown Very Accurate in Early Detection of Breast Cancer Metastases
Whole-body MRI should be the imaging modality of choice for the detection of breast cancer metastases because it is highly accurate and can identify bone metastases while a patient is still asymptomatic, according to new findings. More...21 Jun 2010
PET Probes Provide Clues into Immune Cellular Function
A commonly used probe for PET scanning and a new probe developed by researchers reveal different functions in diverse cells of the immune system, providing a noninvasive and much clearer outlook of an immune response in action. More...17 Jun 2010
In Other News
Mergers and Acquisitions on the Rise in the European Medical Imaging Market
fMRI, Optogenetics Research on Brain Activity Yields Clues into Neural Circuitry
Unlike CT, Conventional X-Rays Do Not Detect Most Pelvic Injuries
Digital Radiography Detector Technology Improves Workflow and Image Quality in Europe
Ireland's Leading Private Hospital Chooses RIS, PACS, and DR Technology for Optimizing Radiology Workflow
Data Integration Agreement to Improve Workflow in PET Imaging
Contrast-Enhanced 3D Ultrasound Used for Differentiating Focal Liver Lesions
CT and MRI Helpful as First Line Detection of Duodenocaval Fistula
Lensless Imaging of Whole Biologic Cells Developed Utilizing Soft X-Rays
RIS/PACS Features Simplified Installation, Performance, and Broad Range Display
Integrated Proton Therapy System Features Pencil-Beam Scanning Technology
Ultrasound Technology Provides Greater Insights for Pediatrics
MRI Reveals Brain Development Differences in Children with Fragile X
Oral Contrast Administered During CT Scans for Diagnosis of Acute Appendicitis Offers Slight Benefit
SonoSite Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire VisualSonics
Modified Chest CT Technique Reduces Patient Radiation Exposure
2x Estimated Radiation Risks with Abdominal/Pelvic CT Scans in Younger Patients
FDG-PET/CT Plays Significant Role in Detecting Colorectal Cancer Recurrence
Ultrasound System Has EMR Connectivity
Medical Directive Initiated to Reduce Energy Use of Ultrasound Technology
New Gated Radiotherapy Technology Has Advanced Motion Management
Digital Radiography Technology Provides Instant Image Previews and Fast Cycle Times
Computer-Based System Designed to Track Radiation Exposure from CT Scans
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