July 8, 2008 — Researchers have developed a small portable magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner using strong permanent magnets instead of large superconducting magnets.
July 9, 2008 - Varian Medical Systems was ranked No. 1 in an independent study released by KLAS for Varian’s ARIA software, which received the top scores for ease of use, quality of releases and updates, and compatibility with third party products.
July 9, 2008 - The next in a series of hands-on radiology courses, supported by Confirma, will be held in San Francisco on July 11-12, covering the topic of “Breast MRI Interpretation and Intervention.”
The faculty will be Elise L. Berman, M.D., director of breast MRI and Mary Perrine, RT (NM) (MRI), chief MRI technologist, Fairfax MRI, Fairfax, VA.
July 9, 2008 - The new Visions for Cancer Recovery DVD was created by a Minneapolis nurse and two-time cancer survivor and is intended to provide patients with 20 minutes of rest, relaxation and visualization, as well as a sense of hope and empowerment.
The most powerful aspect of the DVD is visualization of “apoptosis,” the rarely viewed process in which the body's healthy cells attack cancer cells, said the DVD’s creator, Mary Hallman.
July 9, 2008 - InnerSpace has added the V-Series line of heavy-duty cabinets, carts and workstations to its organized storage solutions product offering.
V-Series high density storage products reportedly allow for more storage in less space due to partitioned, full-extension drawers. Movable interlocking steel partitions and dividers are shipped fully assembled and allow drawer compartment sizes to be adjusted to accommodate supplies of varying sizes and shapes. Roll-out shelves are also available for storing instrument trays and other large bulky items.
Summit Doppler Systems upgraded the Vista AVS, a full-featured arterial physiologic exam system, which allows clinicians to perform the ankle brachial index (ABI) exam for the diagnosis of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) in the seated position.
Richardson Electronics released 2MP and 3MP LCDs as part of its Image Systems high bright color series, offering high brightness and contrast ratios, reportedly ideal for diagnostic imaging and clinical applications requiring a fusion of grayscale and color imaging, such as PET, 3D, cardiology and nuclear medicine.
The ACUSON SC2000 volume imaging ultrasound system acquires nonstitched, real-time full-volume 3D images of the heart in one single heart cycle.
This new technology generates nonstitched full-volume imaging of the entire heart with 90 degree pyramids in one second.
VIDAR Systems' ClinicalExpress 4.0 software was created for use with its CAD PRO Advantage that is DICOM-compliant and allows users to connect outlying clinics, departments, film libraries and reading or treatment facilities.
The Core Vision is a digital specimen radiography system for stereotactic core biopsy procedures, designed to eliminate delays and waiting to verify core samples. In one touch of the button, a biopsy procedure is confirmed.
Optimized for detecting fine microcalcifications, the compact and shielded unit can be located in the procedure area. The acquired DICOM images can be instantly sent to multiple destinations over an existing PACS network.
