Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is more effective than electrocardiography (ECG) at identifying "silent" heart attacks, also known as unrecognized myocardial infarctions, according to a study performed by National Institutes of Health researchers and international colleagues.
November 14, 2012 — Two years after the joint launch of Optima MR360 and Brivo MR355, GE Healthcare announced a major milestone with the 500th shipment of these products combined, making the duo one of the fastest in GE MR (magnetic resonance) history to reach this milestone. This GE exclusive combines the speed and high resolution of an ultra-high field system with the breadth of imaging capabilities that increase the versatility of the system.
Fovia Inc., the developer of High Definition Volume Rendering and a world leader in imaging technology, today announced the release of HDVR Mobile, providing anytime, anywhere access to medical and dental 3-D applications. Following the success of Fovia’s HDVR Connect, Fovia’s HDVR Mobile allows original equipment manufacturers to easily integrate and distribute advanced visualization applications on mobile devices.
eHealth Saskatchewan plays a vital role in providing IT services to patients, health care providers, and partners such ...
November 14, 2012 — Belk, the nation's largest privately operated department store, is launching the BelkGives On The Go Mobile Mammography Center in partnership with Charlotte Radiology and Foundation For The Carolinas. This mobile mammography center will bring testing and awareness to all Belk markets, beginning in 116 stores throughout North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.
November 14, 2012 — Philips has launched in China the first ever digital broadband MR, Ingenia. At a launch ceremony themed “Definition of Digital MR, The Future of Imaging” hundreds of foreign and Chinese experts and scholars in imaging and clinical applications gathered together to discuss the digitization trend of MR (magnetic resonance) and the clinical performance of Ingenia in neuro, body and cardiac applications.

SPONSORED CONTENT — EnsightTM 2.0 is the newest version of Enlitic’s data standardization software framework. Ensight is ...
November 14, 2012 — BridgeHead Software announced its file archiving data and storage management system for PACS (picture archiving and communication system) image data protection has been successfully tested by Fujifilm at a leading U.S. hospital.
While most women understand the importance of health screenings, an estimated 72 million have missed or postponed a ...
Flow by Intelerad features a unified interface, intelligent worklists, structured reporting with voice recognition, and embedded subspecialty tools, and is a comprehensive enterprise diagnostic solution. Built on Intelerad’s robust Web-enabled architecture, Flow provides radiologists with high-performance access to studies from any location, empowering teams to deliver quality results smarter, faster.
Imaging Technology News talks to Mark Watson, executive director of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) ...
The somo•v automated breast ultrasound (ABUS) system is the only ultrasound device specifically approved for screening women with dense breast tissue. Used in combination with mammography, the system is clinically proven to increase cancer detection rate in women with dense breast tissue by 30 percent.
Fujifilm’s APERTO Lucent is a 0.4T mid-field, open MRI system addressing today’s capability and image quality needs ...
The new Pixium 3543 EZ is the lightest WiFi portable detector for radiography, designed to facilitate exam conditions. Featuring a standard cassette format, it operates for 8 hours (exchangeable battery). It is intended for use with all systems — table, wall stand or mobile — as well as for transforming analogical or computed radiography (CR) systems into digital.
iNtuition, a client-server solution for advanced image management, has been expanded with three new capabilities, including iNtuition Review. iNtuition Review enables iNtuition to support multi-monitor display and multi-modality review and is especially suited to the review of images related to conditions such as cardiac and vascular, and interventional oncology procedures.
The new Trinias C12 and F12 angiography systems are designed as versatile vascular interventional systems, using the company’s newest 12-inch flat panel detector. The systems feature: SCORE imaging technology, which brings a higher level of intervention, making it possible to reduce patient dose and increase fluoroscopic image quality; SMART design, which allows easy operation with quick response time, and the SMILE concept to provide a safe and comfortable environment to patients and medical staffs.
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The BrightView XCT is a single photon emission computed tomography/computed tomography (SPECT/CT) imaging system designed to provide quality, efficiency and accuracy. Full iterative technology (FIT) in SPECT and CT uses advanced algorithms for the truest picture possible.
PACS 2.0 is an expanded strategy that combines images from all departments with electronic health records (EHRs). Two new products are: MDR Video, a digital video capture product, and Media Server, an integrated platform for capturing, viewing and sharing medical images and results across the enterprise.
The latest release of the Merge Honeycomb Archive cloud-based image archiving application provides a long-term storage option that houses images securely in multiple locations and enables users to view and share archived images via any Web-enabled device.
Volpara breast density measurement software provides an objective, reproducible measurement of breast density designed to improve early detection among women with dense breasts. It is used by radiologists to objectively assess density and help evaluate who might benefit from additional screening.
ULite is a zero-footprint viewer that enables referring physicians to access images and reports via the Web from a PC, Mac or tablet without software installation or plug-ins. ULite uses HTML5 and supports the latest versions of Internet Explorer, Safari, Google Chrome and Firefox.
The eTRAX electromagnetic needle tip tracking system is now available in 18 gauge, offering improved image-guided navigation. eTRAX allows physicians to clearly track the needle tip on screen in real-time or with preacquired 3-D volume datasets, facilitating safe and accurate instrument placement when targeting difficult-to-access lesions.
SkyVue is a customizable cloud-based viewer platform which enables the use of one cohesive viewer within the enterprise and beyond, regardless of role or venue.
Bracco will feature the latest in contrast delivery systems at RSNA. Consistent with the theme of this year’s meeting, “Patients First,” these systems offer cutting-edge technology to impact patient care, workflow and operational efficiencies.