Search Tag: RSNA
Most-patients-in-the-dark-about-what-radiologists-do
2012 28 Nov
The role of radiologists in healthcare has long been a mystery to the general public, but new research presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) shows that even patients who've had imaging exams in the past know little about the profession. Researchers said the study findings highlight an opportunity...Read more
Rsna-14
2014 30 Nov
The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA®) is an international society of radiologists, medical physicists and other medical professionals with more than 53,000 members from 140 countries across the globe. RSNA hosts the world’s premier radiology forum, drawing approximately 55,000 attendees annually to McCormick Place in Chicago, and publishes...Read more
Rsna-2013-zwanger-pesiri-radiology-group-selects-agfa-healthcare-s-dr-solution
2013 21 Nov
Long Island radiology facilities select DX-D 300 DR systems for potential dose reduction and improved image quality with Agfa HealthCare’s MUSICA image processing. Cesium Iodide DR detector technology offers the potential for significant patient dose reduction. Growing imaging center chain looks to add up to six more units in the coming...Read more
Rsna-2013-hologic-to-showcase-its-3d-imaging-portfolio
2013 22 Nov
3D Mammography, Hologic's game-changing breast cancer screening technology, is a major focus at the largest radiology gathering in the world Hologic, Inc., a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium diagnostic products, medical imaging systems and surgical products, with an emphasis on serving the healthcare needs of women,...Read more
Rsna-2013-advanced-cr-readers-to-be-introduced-by-3disc-imaging
2013 25 Nov
Compact FireCR Flash Medical and Veterinary Readers Combine Crystal Clear Image Quality, Speed and Affordability Manufacturer of digital imaging solutions, 3DISC Imaging, will premier its new FireCR Flash Medical and Veterinary Readers at the 2013 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) meeting in Chicago, to be held the first week of December....Read more
Rsna-2013-brain-differences-in-preterm-infants-highlighted-via-mr-spectroscopy
2013 26 Nov
A study due to be presented at next week’s annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America finds that premature birth may trigger developmental processes in the white matter of the brain that could put children at higher risk of problems later in life. Preterm infants, generally considered as those born 23 to 36 weeks after conception...Read more
Rsna-2013-weight-loss-aided-by-embolisation-procedure
2013 26 Nov
Results of a study offering a potential new lead for obesity research will be presented at next week’s annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). The findings show that individuals who underwent embolisation of the left gastric artery for gastrointestinal bleeding experienced a 7.9 percent decrease in body weight in the three...Read more
Rsna-2013-intelerad-blackford-analysis-partnership-to-automate-multi-study-image-comparisons
2013 26 Nov
Blackford’s advanced registration technology to be integrated with InteleViewer to facilitate the comparison of current and prior studies Intelerad Medical Systems™, a leader in medical imaging PACS, RIS and workflow solutions, has begun a technology partnership with Blackford Analysis, a provider of software products that...Read more
Rsna-2013-agfa-healthcare-introduces-cr-15-x-digital-radiography-system
2013 27 Nov
Simple & smart design is combined with proven Agfa HealthCare technology •CR 15-X is ideal for decentralized general radiography environments, private practices, small clinics, general orthopaedic and chiropractic offices. •Highly versatile system thanks to four different cassette sizes: 35x43, 24x30, 18x24, 15x30 •Robust, reliable yet compact...Read more
Rsna-2013-barco-to-present-portfolio-of-imaging-solutions-focused-on-connectivity
2013 28 Nov
Barco, a global leader in healthcare visualisation, will demonstrate a wide array of best-in-class imaging technologies focused on providing an integrated approach to patient care. Barco will present its latest display systems, networked digital OR solution and interactive patient care products at RSNA 2013 from December 1-5 at McCormick Place in...Read more
Rsna-2013-interactive-session-on-benefits-of-innovative-modular-imaging-healthcare-it-systems
2013 28 Nov
Carestream Scientists and researchers from leading medical schools will be presenting scientific papers regarding innovative advances in medical imaging “How to Future-Proof Your X-ray and Health IT Purchases with Modular Systems” is the title of an interactive discussion, which will be held as part of the annual meeting and exhibit of the Radiological...Read more
Rsna-2013-contextvision-premieres-innovative-gopview-mammo2-features
2013 28 Nov
At the upcoming RSNA, ContextVision will introduce new GOPView® Mammo2 features, providing superior digital mammography image quality software for the most recognised medical imaging manufacturers worldwide. Using ContextVision’s GOP technology in combination with optimised mammography algorithms, GOPView Mammo2 makes it easier for clinicians...Read more
Rsna-2013-us-plusview-packages-presented-by-contextvision
2013 28 Nov
At this year’s RSNA, ContextVision will premiere four real-time ultrasound image enhancement packages as part of its US PLUSView portfolio. The packages, optimised for individual application areas will ultimately provide medical professionals with enhanced diagnostic confidence. Elements of the four packages, namely women’s health, general...Read more
Rsna-2013-evena-medical-presents-patient-vein-detecting-smart-glasses-solution
2013 28 Nov
Evena’s Wearable Eyes-OnTM Glasses Vascular Imaging System utilises Epson Moverio Smart Glasses technology platform to detect patient veins for precise IV placement Evena Medical, a leader in the development of high-quality, high-definition imaging for fast, accurate and precise venous access, recently announced the launch of its Eyes-OnTM Glasses...Read more
Rsna-2013-aixplorer-expert-edition-to-be-launched
2013 28 Nov
Ultrasound system that pioneered ShearWave Elastography extends to a full portfolio of applications evolving into the system of choice in radiology. SuperSonic Imagine, the highly innovative medical imaging company, will launch the newest version of its Aixplorer ultrasound system, the Expert Edition, at this year’s RSNA. Featuring Aixplorer’s...Read more
Rsna-2013-ziehm-imaging-shows-first-motorised-c-arm-for-hybrid-ors
2013 01 Dec
Ziehm Imaging is showing a mobile C-arm tailored for hybrid OR requirements: Ziehm Vision RFD Hybrid Edition. Ziehm Vision RFD Hybrid Edition offers a flexible, space- and cost-saving alternative to fixed installed systems. The first fully motorised mobile C-arm is operated with a joystick, and includes a 25 kW generator, various safety functions,...Read more
Rsna-2013-ge-healthcare-premieres-revolutionary-one-heartbeat-ct
2013 03 Dec
Revolution CT to give clinicians a test that gives them outstanding image quality and reduced dose exposure for patients. GE Healthcare, a unit of General Electric Company announced at this year’s Radiological Society of North America's Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois that its 510(k)-pending Revolution CT^ has...Read more
Rsna-2013-kanteron-systems-presents-world-s-first-translational-pacs
2013 03 Dec
Kanteron Systems will launch the world’s first Translational Medical Imaging System (“TMIS”) at this year’s Radiology Society of North America (“RSNA”) annual meeting in Chicago. TMIS is a fully integrated solution for radiology, genetic and pathology workflows that could change the way medicine is practiced. Translational research is an emerging...Read more
Rsna-2013-new-siemens-mammomat-fusion-launched-for-midrange-price-segment
2013 03 Dec
Mammomat Fusion enhances current portfolio of mammography systems New, robust detector for high image quality at optimized dose More efficiency thanks to integrated technologies from premium segment Siemens is presenting the mammography system Mammomat Fusion for screening and diagnostics at the annual conference of the Radiological Society...Read more
Rsna-2013-condoleeza-rice-mobilising-human-potential-in-the-21st-century
2013 03 Dec
As a former Secretary of State and National Security Adviser and a current Professor of Political Science and of Global Business and the Economy, Dr. Condoleeza Rice, Ph.D., brought a global perspective to the Radiological Society of North America annual meeting with her thoughts on mobilising human potential. It was fitting that in a country shaped...Read more
Rsna-2013-roundup-of-this-year-s-top-five-topics
2013 09 Dec
1. Global Touch With a total of almost 50,000 participants at RSNA 2013 and close to 10,000 international attendees among them, this year’s event had a distinct international flavour. Korea, Japan, Germany and France were just some of the countries presenting their companies, and the RSNA Global Connection Booth provided French, Chinese, Russian,...Read more
Rsna-2015-annual-meeting
2015 29 Nov
RSNA 2015 celebrates RSNA’s 100 years at the forefront of the radiology industry—bringing together the specialty’s professionals for education opportunities and networking, and providing a forum for collaboration on the latest innovations by practitioners and manufacturers alike. Join the celebration for a look back at the evolution of radiology and...Read more
Digital-mammography-lowers-recall-and-biopsy-rates
2014 07 Apr
Findings of a new study associate population-based screening with full-field digital mammography (FFDM) with lower recall and biopsy rates than screen film mammography (SFM). The research, conducted by Solveig Hofvind, PhD, Cancer Registry of Norway and Oslo University College, in Oslo, Norway, and published online in the journal Radiology,...Read more
Study-ct-offers-measurement-tool-for-arterial-plaque-in-diabetic-patients
2014 23 Apr
The journal Radiology has published online the findings of a new multicenter study entitled "Coronary Artery Plaque Volume and Obesity in Patients with Diabetes: The Factor-64 Study." which investigates the role of CT in measuring arterial plaque. It appears that computed tomography (CT) angiography imaging of the coronary arteries provides a precise...Read more
Study-diabetes-impacts-brain-structure
2014 29 Apr
According to the findings of a new study entitled “Effect of Diabetes on Brain Structure: The Action to Control Cardiovascular Risk in Diabetes MR Imaging Baseline Data” and published online in the journal Radiology, there appears to be a link between type 2 diabetes and brain degeneration. The researchers further discovered that diabetes...Read more
Mri-detects-late-preterm-infant-brain-abnormalities
2014 10 Jun
Research on preterm brain development has focused on infants born less than 32 weeks into gestation (very preterm). An Australian investigation, results of which have been published online in Radiology, focused on preterm infants born between 32 weeks up to 37 weeks into gestation. Researchers used magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to show that moderate...Read more
Boston-marathon-bombings-emergency-radiology-response-assessment
2014 15 Jul
A review of the Brigham and Women's Hospital emergency radiology response to the Boston Marathon bombings in April 2013 underscores the vital role medical imaging plays in emergency situations. At the same time, the new study focuses on how radiology departments can improve their preparedness for mass casualty events. As a Level 1 trauma centre,...Read more
Rsna-2014-agfa-healthcare-focuses-on-the-future-of-radiology
2014 29 Sep
Agfa HealthCare recently launched a Fast Forward Digital Radiography Upgrade Program giving its 50,000 digital radiography customers a pathway to the future allowing a dose reduction of up to 60%, which is especially important in neonatal and pediatric environments. Agfa HealthCare will continue to focus on how its imaging IT solutions maximise the...Read more
Rsna-congress-preview
2014 08 Nov
Author N Reed Dunnick RSNA President www.rsna.org RSNA’s centennial celebrations begin at the 100th Annual Meeting and Scientific Assembly, 30 November – 5 December. Centennial Showcase The Centennial Showcase will be presented “virtually” by Wilhelm Roentgen, who will share an account of the events that sparked a...Read more
Rsna14-philips-debuts-new-radiology-solutions
2014 01 Dec
In a major exhibition at the 2014 Radiological Society of North America Annual Meeting (RSNA), Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) revealed a full range of radiology solutions. Visitors to the Philips booth (#6742) will experience Philips’ breadth of diagnostic imaging, informatics and image-guided therapy solutions designed to increase clinical performance...Read more