Ultrasound

The Diagnostic Imaging ultrasound 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 ultrasound across the healthcare continuum, from cardiovascular, breast, abdominal, neurological imaging, and more, including point-of-care ultrasound.

Diagnostic Imaging's A Look Ahead: April 19, 2021, to April 25, 2021

April 19, 2021

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

Renal Transplant Biopsy Risk Threshold Greater When Based on Combined BP Values

April 19, 2021

Using systolic, diastolic, and mean arterial blood pressure values together results is a greater threshold for risk.

Clinical- and Self- Breast Exams Are Vital for Breast Cancer Detection

April 11, 2021

Although these tests are controversial, they are highly effective in identifying lumps that lead to breast cancer diagnoses.

10 Years Later: Dense Breast Notification Letters Result in Higher Supplemental Ultrasound Screening

April 09, 2021

After a decade, roughly 75 percent of women with dense breasts seen in one department now undergo screening whole-breast ultrasound as a supplemental imaging service.

For Pediatric Breast Pain -- Choose Reassurance, Not Imaging

April 09, 2021

Pediatric breast ultrasound use should be minimized for patients with breast pain but not a palpable mass.

Deep Learning AI Improves Breast Lesion Classification on Ultrasound

April 07, 2021

Algorithms outperformed providers in accurate, quick detection and classification.

“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.

Diagnostic Imaging's Radiology Product Showcase: Quarter 1 2021

April 01, 2021

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

Colorectal Cancer: Next Generation Technology for a New Generation of Patients

March 30, 2021

Advanced technology solutions are key to helping providers detect colorectal cancer faster and sooner.

Bedside Renal Ultrasound: What the Non-Radiologist Needs to Know

March 24, 2021

Knowing what to look for, what protocols to use, and what mistakes to avoid can be vital to capturing diagnostic images.