UNC Chapel Hill, Press Release
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has granted NextRay Inc. an exclusive license to develop and commercialize defraction enhanced imaging (DEI) technology, which creates X-ray images through the defraction instead of the absorption of X-ray beams.
The technology allows images to be made using fewer X-rays, exposing patients to a much lower dose of radiation. Researchers say this could be especially important to patients who are more sensitive to the effects of radiation (babies, children, pregnant women and younger adults) and those who are X-rayed frequently, such as in screening or monitoring the effects of therapy.
In conventional medical X-ray images, the various shades of gray are produced because different tissues absorb different amounts of X-ray energy. In defraction enhanced imaging, scientists look at how beams pass through the tissue and how they bend and scatter. Because these properties vary more subtly between different types of tissue, the resulting images are clearer and more detailed than conventional X-rays.
source: UNC
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Monday, December 22, 2008
C-Arm Imaging Table Receives High Praise from Medical Community to Become Top Seller
New Freedom, Pennsylvania (PRWEB) December 22, 2008 -- Oakworks® Inc., www.oakworks.com, reported the "CFPM400 Medical Imaging Table released in March 2008 has been well received and recognized by pain management physicians and orthopedic surgeons world wide as a great fit and value" to any new or expanding facility, propelling the CFPM400 Medical Imaging Table to be the company's top selling single tower medical imaging table.
As multiple disciplines of medical treatment are being consolidated and promoted in progressive facilities, cost utilization of square footage is imperative to the financial success of these clinics. "Most facilities can no longer dedicate large amounts of space for single use / application products. Multi-function products, serving multiple disciplines are the preferred investment today. The Oakworks CFPM400 C-Arm Imaging Table sets the new standard as the best value in mobile imaging tables." said Rich Elsen, Director - Medical Marketing
source: PR Web
As multiple disciplines of medical treatment are being consolidated and promoted in progressive facilities, cost utilization of square footage is imperative to the financial success of these clinics. "Most facilities can no longer dedicate large amounts of space for single use / application products. Multi-function products, serving multiple disciplines are the preferred investment today. The Oakworks CFPM400 C-Arm Imaging Table sets the new standard as the best value in mobile imaging tables." said Rich Elsen, Director - Medical Marketing
source: PR Web
Sunday, December 21, 2008
ASRT Releases Forensic Radiography Survey Results
ALBUQUERQUE – According to a recent survey conducted by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, nearly 34 percent of all forensic radiography exams are performed by registered radiographers. Additionally, nearly 90 percent of those surveyed rated the images produced at their facility as good or excellent.
The survey also reported that nearly 90 percent of those who perform forensic radiography have access to radiography equipment at their facilities. Forty-four percent of the respondents said the exams were performed by a forensic assistant and 13 percent are performed by a forensic professional such as a medical examiner or coroner.
Developed by former ASRT President and current Chairman Connie L. Mitchell, M.A., R.T.(R)(CT), and the ASRT Forensic Radiography Task Force, the goal of the survey was to gather valuable information about the state of forensic radiography in the United States. "With the devastation of Hurricane Katrina in 2005 still fresh on my mind, I created a task force on forensics," Ms. Mitchell said. "A major goal of the task force was to conduct a survey that would provide insight regarding the roles of forensic-educated registered radiologic technologists."
source: ASRT
The survey also reported that nearly 90 percent of those who perform forensic radiography have access to radiography equipment at their facilities. Forty-four percent of the respondents said the exams were performed by a forensic assistant and 13 percent are performed by a forensic professional such as a medical examiner or coroner.
Developed by former ASRT President and current Chairman Connie L. Mitchell, M.A., R.T.(R)(CT), and the ASRT Forensic Radiography Task Force, the goal of the survey was to gather valuable information about the state of forensic radiography in the United States. "With the devastation of Hurricane Katrina in 2005 still fresh on my mind, I created a task force on forensics," Ms. Mitchell said. "A major goal of the task force was to conduct a survey that would provide insight regarding the roles of forensic-educated registered radiologic technologists."
source: ASRT
Thursday, December 18, 2008
MinXray Awarded U.S. Army Radiography Contract for VERTX
Northbrook, Illinois - December 2, 2008 - MinXray, Inc. has been awarded a contract with the U.S. Army to supply the next generation of Computed Radiography (CR) digital x-ray imaging systems. The iCRco VERTX outperformed the competition during intensive environmental testing at Aberdeen Proving Grounds and Redstone Arsenal. MinXray, Inc. was notified of their contract by the Defense Supply Center Philadelphia after final presentations at Fort Detrick, Maryland. See Photo
The VERTX features True Flat Path Scan™, providing artifact-free images due to the unique design of the cassette and mounting of the phosphor image plate (IP). This scanner only contains one moving part, yielding less complicated service and repair issues. The fast throughput and automatic post processing of the images provide speed in critical situations. The user-friendly software will make training and operation efficient duties.
source: Minxray Inc.
The VERTX features True Flat Path Scan™, providing artifact-free images due to the unique design of the cassette and mounting of the phosphor image plate (IP). This scanner only contains one moving part, yielding less complicated service and repair issues. The fast throughput and automatic post processing of the images provide speed in critical situations. The user-friendly software will make training and operation efficient duties.
source: Minxray Inc.
Monday, December 15, 2008
iPods to help teach X-ray techniques at university
CIARA O'BRIEN
The popularity and power of Apple’s digital media player is being harnessed as an educational tool to help train diagnostic radiography students at a university in Britain.
Thirty-five students at the University of Derby are being supplied with iPods and video tutorials to help them learn radiographic techniques.
Students are under pressure to learn the techniques quickly and accurately, as incorrect positioning could lead to repeat X-rays for patients, and therefore increased exposure to radiation, or could result in an inaccurate diagnosis.
The university hopes the DVD footage and portable player will help students brush up on their techniques when – and where – they can, be it at home, at college, during work placements or even while traveling.
source: Irish Times
The popularity and power of Apple’s digital media player is being harnessed as an educational tool to help train diagnostic radiography students at a university in Britain.
Thirty-five students at the University of Derby are being supplied with iPods and video tutorials to help them learn radiographic techniques.
Students are under pressure to learn the techniques quickly and accurately, as incorrect positioning could lead to repeat X-rays for patients, and therefore increased exposure to radiation, or could result in an inaccurate diagnosis.
The university hopes the DVD footage and portable player will help students brush up on their techniques when – and where – they can, be it at home, at college, during work placements or even while traveling.
source: Irish Times
Thursday, December 11, 2008
FujiFilm's Digital Portable Now Available in the USA and Europe
Chicago, IL - November 30, 2008 - FUJIFILM Medical Systems USA is pleased to announce the commercial availability of the FCR Go™ not only in the United States, but also throughout Europe. The high performance portable digital x-ray system is in demand by facilities around the world that require the efficiency features of the FCR Go combined with Fujifilm’s renowned image quality.
“The FCR Go is quickly becoming the portable of choice for facilities of all sizes because it is a natural fit to address the wide-ranging needs of portable imaging,” said Rob Fabrizio, Fujifilm’s Marketing Manager, Digital X-ray. “Technologists gravitate to its smart features that simplify use, while radiologists appreciate faster access to consistent, higher quality portable images provided by Fujifilm’s on-board image processing and wireless capabilities. Our users are happy to report lower dose requirements, unbelievable improvements in image quality and notable efficiency gains,” he continued.
source: FujiFilm USA
“The FCR Go is quickly becoming the portable of choice for facilities of all sizes because it is a natural fit to address the wide-ranging needs of portable imaging,” said Rob Fabrizio, Fujifilm’s Marketing Manager, Digital X-ray. “Technologists gravitate to its smart features that simplify use, while radiologists appreciate faster access to consistent, higher quality portable images provided by Fujifilm’s on-board image processing and wireless capabilities. Our users are happy to report lower dose requirements, unbelievable improvements in image quality and notable efficiency gains,” he continued.
source: FujiFilm USA
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
GE TiP-TV Courses Now Available at ASRT Store
ALBUQUERQUE – For more than a decade, GE Healthcare's Training in Partnership Television, TiP-TV, has provided quality, continuing education programs for radiologic science professionals. Now, radiologic technologists throughout the world can access GE's TiP-TV programs through the American Society Radiologic Technologists.
Currently, 17 TiP-TV programs are available on the ASRT Store. Customers can access the courses at www.asrt.org/store. The initial course offerings include a wide variety of topics in six content areas including computed tomography, leadership, magnetic resonance imaging, mammography, ultrasound and radiography.
Additional TiP-TV courses will be added to the ASRT Store throughout 2009. Initial plans are to add a significant number of courses each quarter through 2009 so radiologic technologists can access the high-quality programs.
ASRT
Currently, 17 TiP-TV programs are available on the ASRT Store. Customers can access the courses at www.asrt.org/store. The initial course offerings include a wide variety of topics in six content areas including computed tomography, leadership, magnetic resonance imaging, mammography, ultrasound and radiography.
Additional TiP-TV courses will be added to the ASRT Store throughout 2009. Initial plans are to add a significant number of courses each quarter through 2009 so radiologic technologists can access the high-quality programs.
ASRT
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Carestream Health Shows New Tabletop Laser Imager For Mammography, General Radiography Applications
CHICAGO, Nov. 30 — Carestream Health, Inc., announced a new tabletop, low- to mid-volume laser imager that will provide healthcare professionals with 508 pixels-per-inch (ppi) output— ideal for mammography and general radiography applications. The CARESTREAM DRYVIEW 5850 Laser Imager, currently a work in progress, is scheduled to be available worldwide in the first half of 2009.
The new laser imager will address the need for affordable laser-quality film output from full-field digital mammography (FFDM) and CR-based mammography systems. The imager, with two on-line film trays, will support DICOM printing for mammography and general radiography onto five film sizes: 20 x 25 cm, 25 x 30 cm, 28 x 35 cm, 35 x 35 cm, and 35 x 43 cm. It will offer a D-max up to 4.0 with proven DRYVIEW laser imager quality and platform reliability.
source: Carestream
Friday, December 5, 2008
Toshiba to Showcase New Options for RADREX-i System
CHICAGO, Dec 02, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- To help meet the versatile needs of high-volume medical facilities, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will unveil new options for the RADREX(TM)-i Dual Detector Radiographic system, including the option for a mixed detector system (works-in-progress) and Auto-stitching capabilities. These RADREX-i options will be showcased at this year's Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting held in Chicago, Nov. 30 - Dec. 5 (Booth #3429, South Hall).
"Medical centers today are focused on improving patient care and increasing workflow, especially in high-volume settings that treat a variety of patient needs," explained Robert Micer, director, X-ray Vascular Business Unit, Toshiba. "The new options available on the RADREX-i are poised to meet such demands by offering greater imaging versatility of patients on and off the table, as well as better coverage of long leg and spine studies."
source: Toshiba Medical
"Medical centers today are focused on improving patient care and increasing workflow, especially in high-volume settings that treat a variety of patient needs," explained Robert Micer, director, X-ray Vascular Business Unit, Toshiba. "The new options available on the RADREX-i are poised to meet such demands by offering greater imaging versatility of patients on and off the table, as well as better coverage of long leg and spine studies."
source: Toshiba Medical
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Siemens Next-Generation of C-Arms Demonstrate Precision Imaging and Ease of Use
CHICAGO, Dec. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Siemens Healthcare (http://www.siemens.com/healthcare) will highlight its family of next-generation ARCADIS® C-Arm systems, featuring outstanding image quality, streamlined workflow, and enhanced precision in the OR, at the 94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) from November 30 to December 5 at McCormick Place (Booth #922, East Building/Lakeside Center, Hall D) in Chicago.
"The next ARCADIS generation continues the pace-setting tradition of achieving a new level of clinical excellence," said Anders Steiner, vice president, Special Systems, Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. "Focused on improving everyday practice and solely led by the customers' needs, ARCADIS incorporates numerous unique to-the-point solutions. From image quality to operability, from versatility to efficiency, the groundbreaking features of our ARCADIS family set benchmarks -- with outstanding functionalities that make perfect imaging a snap and an overall ergonomic concept that redefines clinical workflow in many fields of practice."
source: Siemens
"The next ARCADIS generation continues the pace-setting tradition of achieving a new level of clinical excellence," said Anders Steiner, vice president, Special Systems, Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. "Focused on improving everyday practice and solely led by the customers' needs, ARCADIS incorporates numerous unique to-the-point solutions. From image quality to operability, from versatility to efficiency, the groundbreaking features of our ARCADIS family set benchmarks -- with outstanding functionalities that make perfect imaging a snap and an overall ergonomic concept that redefines clinical workflow in many fields of practice."
source: Siemens
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
3D X-ray Orthopedic Imaging System EOS Better Image Quality That CR
Biospace med announced today that data from a clinical study of its FDA-cleared 'EOS' 3D x-ray orthopedic imaging system conducted by a Montreal-based hospital-"EOS: A New Breed of X-Ray Imager Using Low-Dose Slot-Scanning to Achieve High-Quality Images"-showed that the EOS ultra-low-dose orthopedic imaging system makes possible "better image quality" than CR (Computed Radiography) imaging while using nearly 10 times less radiation."
EOS is designed to capture head-to-toe images of patients in a standing, weight-bearing position while reducing up to 90% of the radiation dose compared to a conventional x-ray and up to 1000 times less radiation than a conventional CT scan. Additionally, EOS 3D reconstructions provide remarkable detail, enabling physicians to better diagnose and plan an effective course of treatment.
source:Medical News Today
EOS is designed to capture head-to-toe images of patients in a standing, weight-bearing position while reducing up to 90% of the radiation dose compared to a conventional x-ray and up to 1000 times less radiation than a conventional CT scan. Additionally, EOS 3D reconstructions provide remarkable detail, enabling physicians to better diagnose and plan an effective course of treatment.
source:Medical News Today
Patient Photos Spur Radiologist Empathy and Eye for Detail
CHICAGO — Including a patient's photo with imaging exam results may enable a more meticulous reading from the radiologist interpreting the images, as well as a more personal and empathetic approach, according to a study presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
"Our study emphasizes approaching the patient as a human being and not as an anonymous case study," said lead author Yehonatan N. Turner, M.D., radiology resident at Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem, Israel.
Many radiologists have limited contact with patients. A referring physician will order imaging exams, such as MRI or computed tomography (CT), and the radiologist interprets the results, never having met the patient.
Technological advances have further distanced the radiologist from interaction with the patient. With the advent of teleradiology, radiologists are now able to view images from remote locations via the Internet or satellite.
source: RSNA
"Our study emphasizes approaching the patient as a human being and not as an anonymous case study," said lead author Yehonatan N. Turner, M.D., radiology resident at Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem, Israel.
Many radiologists have limited contact with patients. A referring physician will order imaging exams, such as MRI or computed tomography (CT), and the radiologist interprets the results, never having met the patient.
Technological advances have further distanced the radiologist from interaction with the patient. With the advent of teleradiology, radiologists are now able to view images from remote locations via the Internet or satellite.
source: RSNA
Monday, December 1, 2008
Regius Digital Imaging Suite Delivers Digital Radiography In A Cost Effective Solution
In response to hospitals' need for a digital X-ray environment that is flexible, efficient, and cost-effective, Konica Minolta is showcasing the REGIUS Digital Imaging Suite at the 94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). The REGIUS Digital Imaging Suite offers a complete digital radiography solution by combining a cassette-less upright receptor combined with a cassette-based system that is cost-effective, easy-to-use and reliable.
"A conservative spending atmosphere in health care combined with lower reimbursement rates are leading many facilities to seek digital solutions that offer high value through optimizing workflow efficiency and capital expense," says Darren Werner, Marketing Manager for Digital Products at Konica Minolta. "The REGIUS Digital Imaging Suite offers highly effective workflow at an affordable price to the end user. This solution will allow more facilities to go digital earlier than they could have using traditional DR offerings in the market."
source: Medical News Today
"A conservative spending atmosphere in health care combined with lower reimbursement rates are leading many facilities to seek digital solutions that offer high value through optimizing workflow efficiency and capital expense," says Darren Werner, Marketing Manager for Digital Products at Konica Minolta. "The REGIUS Digital Imaging Suite offers highly effective workflow at an affordable price to the end user. This solution will allow more facilities to go digital earlier than they could have using traditional DR offerings in the market."
source: Medical News Today
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