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The Diagnostic Imaging CT modality focus page provides information, videos, podcasts, and the latest news about industry product developments, trial results, screening guidelines, and protocol guidance that touch on the use of CT across the healthcare continuum, from various cancer screenings, such as lung and colon, to cardiothoracic imaging, to appendicitis, and more.

Diagnostic Imaging's A Look Ahead: April 12, 2021, to April 18, 2021

April 12, 2021

Here's what to expect this week on Diagnostic Imaging.

Age, Location, and Insurance Influence Lung Cancer Screening Adherence

April 08, 2021

Results show screening adherence is low among patients who could benefit most from scans.

Chest CT Accurate in Estimating All-Cause COPD Mortality Risk

April 08, 2021

The use of soft-tissue biomarkers identified on chest CT can be a reliable way to accurately assess risk.

Diagnostic Imaging's A Look Ahead: April 5, 2021, to April 9, 2021

April 05, 2021

Here's what to expect this week on Diagnostic Imaging.

“Safer at Home” Pandemic Order Led to 40-Percent Decline in Imaging Services

April 03, 2021

Impact felt the most in specialties with high screening rates, least in interventional radiology.

Quantitative CT Identifies Airway Changes in Smokers Without Symptoms

April 02, 2021

QCT can pick up on small airway changes in smokers that are not yet visible on CT scans.

Chest CT Shows More Emphysema in Marijuana Smokers

April 02, 2021

Images show greater rates of emphysema in individuals who smoke marijuana than in those who smoke tobacco-only cigarettes or non-smokers.

Diagnostic Imaging's Radiology Product Showcase: Quarter 1 2021

April 01, 2021

The latest products released on the market for Quarter 1 2021.

Diagnostic Imaging's A Look Ahead: March 29, 2021, to April 2, 2021

March 29, 2021

Here's what to expect this week on Diagnostic Imaging.

CTC Usage Jumps 50 Percent with USPSTF Guidance

March 27, 2021

The 2016 recommendation has led to a significant increase in the use of the non-invasive exam.