Rebekah Moan

Low-dose PET/CT demonstrates the best sensitivity and specificity for initial staging of lymphoma, according to a study presented on Thursday at the RSNA meeting.

Increased use of CT for pneumonia is unlikely to be the sole cause of increased hospital costs at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, according to a study presented Dec. 5 at RSNA

Breast-specific gamma imaging demonstrates better specificity and sensitivity than mammography, ultrasound, and MRI, according to several studies presented at the RSNA meeting.

Automated breast ultrasound should not replace handheld ultrasound in a diagnostic breast center but rather should be used in conjunction with it or play a role in screening breast ultrasound, according to a study presented at the 2008 RSNA meeting.

While radiologists herald breast tomosynthesis as the hope for the future of breast imaging, several barriers hinder its widespread use. Its very ability to detect benign lesions dilutes the value of such detection, according to a keynote speech at the RSNA meeting.

Noncontrast MR angiography provides an alternative to the more common contrast-enhanced MRA administered with a gadubutrol-based agent, according to a report presented at the RSNA meeting Tuesday morning.

Digital mammography is more accurate than film for diagnosis of breast cancer in women with dense breasts, according to results from the Digital Mammographic Imaging Screening Trial presented at the RSNA meeting.

In Pennsylvania, radiologists 65 and older read significantly more mammograms than any other group, according to an American College of Radiology patterns-of-care study.

Preliminary results from American College of Radiology Imaging Network Trial 6657 show that MRI estimates residual breast cancer disease area better than clinical exams or mammography.

Unexpected findings from a study of Norwegian women who have and have not received routine biennial screening mammography suggest some breast cancers may spontaneously regress.

The RSNA will underscore the unique achievements of Japanese imaging researchers in “Japan Presents,” a presentation of seven scientific papers focusing on diagnostic radiology. On Monday, Dec. 1, each paper will be introduced with the Japanese spin on ideas and concepts.

Themes emerging from breast imaging abstracts at the upcoming RSNA include the increased use of breast MRI, full-field digital mammography versus film-screen mammography, and more.

In a potential breakthrough study, French researchers used SPECT to identify brain abnormalities that present physiological evidence of fibromyalgia. The results quash the idea that diffuse, sometimes debilitating pain from the condition stems from anxiety and depression.

A new eBay-like model for radiologists in which the lowest bid wins a contract has alarmed some people. They cite patient safety and quality as concerns, while others claim this move is the next step for radiology.

Multislice CT chest studies should be routinely performed, especially during follow-up exams, for some head and neck cancer patients, according to a recent study from Taiwan in the Archives of Otolaryngology -- Head and Neck Surgery.

An Italian investigation suggests virtual colonography is a better follow-up test for failed colonoscopy than a double-contrast barium enema.

Conducting colonoscopies for people in their midfifties saves money, but screening in those older than 75 may not be beneficial, according to a government policy group.

An emotional connection between patients struggling with the emotional effects of a life-threatening disease and their physicians is often missing, according to a recent study of physician behavior.

Conventional thinking says younger women with ductal carcinoma in situ are more likely to have cancer recurrences than older women diagnosed with the condition. A new study from Fox Chase Cancer Center, however, is proving this view wrong.

Korean researchers find 3D CT scans offer a comprehensive view of complex varicose veins in the lower extremities, a practice that U.S. doctors find troubling.

The General Accountability Office released a report on Sept. 26 that found reforms mandated by the 2005 Deficit Reduction Act cut Medicare Part B spending on medical imaging by $1.7 billion in 2007.

Radiologists continue to be among the highest paid physicians, and the specialty has the fewest number of vacancies, according to a research letter recently published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Potential candidates for accelerated partial breast irradiation may benefit from pretreatment MRI to ensure no cancer is missed, according to a study conducted by Boston-based researchers.