Scientists have made a big leap in medical imaging. They've found a way to use super-strong magnets to look inside the body like never before. These magnets, called 7 Tesla MRI machines, are like superheroes. They can take pictures of the insides of the body and also measure important stuff, like sodium levels in tissues. This new method combines two types of MRI sc...
Hip abductor tendon tears are a significant issue, especially among older women. These injuries can vary widely, from being an unexpected finding during imaging to a gradual, painless deterioration over time. Sometimes, they even happen as a result of hip replacement surgery. Doctors use X-rays and MRI scans to figure out what's going on. Treating these injuries is t...
Digital tomosynthesis is a game-changer in the world of medical imaging. It is a technique that creates 3D images of the body. It has come a long way since its early days. This journey is marked by significant advancements and growing importance in medical fields. The story of digital tomosynthesis begins with its humble origins. It started as a simple idea to impro...
In the battle against prostate cancer, knowing if it has spread beyond the prostate is key. This spread, known as extracapsular extension, can make surgery more complicated and increase the risk of cancer coming back. A new AI tool, AutoRadAI, is stepping up to help doctors make this call. AutoRadAI is not your average AI. It's a smart system that looks at MRI scans...
In the world of medicine, there is a big push to use computers to predict how diseases will behave. One area where this is happening is with a type of cancer called nasopharyngeal carcinoma. This cancer starts in the upper part of the throat, behind the nose. Doctors often struggle to tell if it has spread to the lymph nodes in the neck. This is where dual-energy com...
Lung scans are crucial for spotting issues in the lungs. Doctors often use a method called CT pulmonary angiography (CTPA) to get a clear view. This method involves radiation and contrast dye, which can have side effects. Two hospitals wanted to see if they could improve this process. They tested a new technique that combines deep learning reconstruction (DLR) and co...
Squamosal synostosis is a condition that affects the skull's growth. It happens when the squamosal suture, a seam in the skull, fuses too early. This can lead to different issues depending on whether one or both sides of the skull are affected. The condition is not common, so there is a lot to learn about it. A recent study looked at 18 patients with this condition....
Artificial intelligence has been a hot topic in the medical field. Many people thought it would take over radiology jobs. However, at the Mayo Clinic, AI has become a helpful tool rather than a threat. It has made radiologists more efficient. It has not replaced them. The idea of AI taking over jobs is not new. It has been a concern in many industries. But i...
Breast cancer is a scary thing. But doctors have tools to fight it. One tool is called the Medical Imaging Projection System. It shows special pictures of lymph nodes during surgery. These nodes are important because cancer can spread to them. The system uses a dye called ICG to make the nodes light up. This helps doctors see them better. Doctors wanted to see if th...
The Collab-CXR dataset is a big deal in the world of medical imaging. It's a collection of data that shows how radiologists work with AI to read chest X-rays. This isn't just any old data. It comes from 227 radiologists who looked at 324 old cases. They did this under different conditions. Sometimes they had AI help. Other times, they had patient history. And sometim...