February 12, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. Reasons for computed or digital radiography vary, but both do the job -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Most U.S. healthcare facilities have digital imaging technology in the form of either CR or DR. The decision is not when to go digital, but which technology is the most appropriate for each location. Faced with limited budgets and space and other constraints, managers must decide which platform represents the…
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February 12, 2008 Labor bureau predicts end for chronic tech shortage Marjorie Preston -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Workforce projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics suggest the supply of imaging and radiation oncology technologists may exceed demand by 2016, despite a flat school enrollment. A study by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists suggests that, if BLS forecasts are accurate, the industry could be producing…
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February 19, 2008 Ultrasound predicts spontaneous onset of labor and successful delivery in prolonged pregnancies Wendy Despain -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ultrasound assessment of cervical length in first pregnancies past 41 weeks can serve as an independent predictor of the likelihood of spontaneous labor and successful vaginal delivery. Cervical length was shorter in women who experienced spontaneous onset of labor. Dr. P. Vankayalapati…
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February 11, 2008 Ultrasound matches MRI and gold standard tests in detecting extent of Crohn’s disease Wendy Despain -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Color Doppler flow and sonographic wall thickness are as good as — and in some cases better than — contrast MRI for showing the extent of Crohn's disease. Both ultrasound and MRI match clinical results from barium studies, surgery, and colonoscopy. Dr. María J. Martínez and colleagues in the…
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February 11, 2008 Echocardiography society issues new guidelines for carotid ultrasound H. A. Abella -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The American Society of Echocardiography has issued a new consensus statement for interpreting and responding to results of carotid artery ultrasound. The guidelines set carotid artery wall thickness values greater than the 75th percentile as the threshold for aggressive treatment. Carotid ultrasound has been used…
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February 8, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. Study challenges night call ban for first-year residents Change in eligibility requirements to 12 months of residency training could affect smaller programs Sarah Jersild -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The decision may have been made, but the war of words surrounding the Resident Review Committee for Radiology's resolution to change call eligibility requirements from six to 12 month of residency training…
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February 8, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. Roper St. Francis gains advantages from CR/DR Achieving optimal cost and time efficiencies requires proper blending of both systems By Michael Ricciardone and Betty Ward -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Managing CR and DR implementations is a carefully orchestrated effort at Roper St. Francis Healthcare in Charleston, SC. Our healthcare system includes two hospitals in Charleston (Bon Secours St. Francis and…
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February 8, 2008 NightHawk’s Berger donates $1.5 million to RSNA scholarship fund James Brice -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Paul E. Berger, founder and CEO of NightHawk Radiology Services, has donated $1.5 million to the RSNA's Research and Education Foundation to endow the Derek Harwood-Nash Scholar Grant. The donation is the largest gift to the fund by a single member in the 24-year history of the foundation. The Harwood-Nash fellowship…
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February 8, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. MeritCare Health seeks lower dose, faster diagnosis On plains of North Dakota, digital systems make sense, as PACS can transmit to a centralized point By Cathy Holmen, RT(R), and Brent Colby -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The MeritCare Health System is committed to using digital imaging technology to deliver better patient care. Our two hospitals in the Fargo, ND, area have a combined total of 583 beds. We…
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February 8, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. Children’s ATV injuries show consistent patterns -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Researchers have identified patterns to injuries suffered by children in all-terrain vehicles that might help radiologists better diagnose the children's trauma. Dr. Chetan C. Shah, a radiology fellow, and colleagues reviewed the records of 500 consecutive children (six months to 19 years old) admitted to Children's Hospital…
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February 7, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. Three-D techniques showcase the pancreas and biliary Advanced postprocessing aids diagnosis and surgical planning and helps radiologists problem-solve and communicate with referrers By Eric P. Tamm, M.D., Aparna Balachandran, M.D., Priya Bhosale, M.D., and Janio Szklaruk, M.D., Ph.D. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The advent of multislice CT, advanced computer workstations, and 3D and postprocessing…
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February 7, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. Teleradiology laws lag behind growth of modality Clinicians’ concerns include lack of international guidelines for images and readers and appropriate cross-border regulations and accreditation John Bonner ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Teleradiology has matured into a significant and effective element of the healthcare system in Europe. But the legal framework needed to safeguard quality standards in the…
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February 7, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. Sonologists, ER physicians get joint FAST guidelines -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The guideline for the performance of focused assessment with sonography in trauma (FAST) examination describes clinical indications that call for the study. It also lists the qualifications for physicians performing the exam, quality control and safety standards, and technical require;ments for specific tests. According to…
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February 7, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. Siemens prepares x-ray tube to encircle patients Novel volumetric design promises faster scans than traditional mechanical CT gantry approach Greg Freiherr -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Siemens Healthcare is out to change the x-ray tube, which has hardly evolved from the pairing a century ago of anode and cathode inside a bulbous vacuum tube. With Xintek, a small company in Research Triangle Park, NC, the…
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February 7, 2008 Screening tackles hidden cardiovascular disease in retired football pros H. A. Abella -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The colossal linemen of the National Football League and large folks in general may have more in common than their size. Everyone who weighs more than 300 pounds is more than twice as likely as a lighter person to die from a heart attack or stroke, according to a study sponsored by the Living Heart Foundation. The…
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February 7, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. Portable CT KOs doubt of brain injuries in boxers C.P. Kaiser -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Researchers aligned with the Nevada State Athletic Commission have found that use of a portable CT scanner can effectively screen professional boxers for intracranial hemorrhage following matches. Acute subdural hematoma is the most common injury in boxing and the leading cause of boxing fatalities. Early diagnosis of…
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February 7, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. Philips prepares hybrid for digital mammography entry Blend of CR and flat-panel technologies promises Greg Freiherr -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Philips Medical Systems has been noticeably absent in digital mammography, at least in the U.S. This could change as early as the second half of 2008 if the FDA approves the computed radiography component of a novel mammography system in development at the Dutch…
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February 7, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. PET/CT require new criteria to hone treatment -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Integrated PET/CT scanners entered clinical practice in 2001. Their quasisimultaneous acquisition of complementary anatomic and functional information has revolutionized diagnosis and treatment monitoring for many oncological diseases. PET/CT has the advantage of acquiring whole-body examinations in a single step. This enables…
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February 7, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. PACS simulator helps ready residents for rigors of call Approach mimics variety of cases but can also be used to gain competency for new modalities Douglas Page -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Call preparation consists of lectures, case conferences, core rotations, independent reading, and review of teaching files. A simulator developed at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center gives residents practice in…
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February 7, 2008 Diagnostic Imaging. New technologies put the squeeze on us rads Generalists out, rubber stampers in, hours expand, contract—what else is new at RSNA? Bradley M. Tipler, M.D. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- My goals and objectives while attending the annual RSNA meeting have evolved over the years. I used to cram my daily schedule with refresher courses and scientific paper sessions. In recent years, I've found it much more…
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