December 22, 2011 — Newly developed computer software combined with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of a fetus may help physicians better assess a woman's potential for a difficult childbirth. Results of a study using the new software were presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

December 22, 2011 — The results of a functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) analysis of long-term effects of violent video game play on the brain were presented at RSNA 2011. The study found changes in brain regions associated with cognitive function and emotional control in young adult men after one week of game play.

Esprit drug-eluting bioresorbable stent

December 21, 2011 — RealTime Medical featured its latest advancements in cross-platform, automated shared workflow at RSNA 2011. It showed software solutions with applicability to workflow orchestration and remote diagnosis applications, including teleradiology, telecardiology, telepathology, teledermatology and teleophthalmology networks.

December 21, 2011 — Varian Medical Systems is introducing a new line of PaxPower X-ray tubes that offer the heat management capabilities of conventional X-ray tubes in a much smaller and lighter package. The tubes are designed to be paired with the company's PaxScan digital detectors for filmless imaging. They will be debuted in Varian's exhibit at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago, Nov 27 – Dec. 1. The company will also display its technologies for treating cancer with targeted radiotherapy and radiosurgery.

December 7, 2011 — At the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) 2011 annual meeting, Sony Electronics announced its entry into the radiology flat panel display space.

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