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3T MRI detects significant number of lesions not found on mammography and sonography

3T MRI, a powerful tool for evaluating patients with a high risk of having breast cancer, can detect a significant number of lesions not found on mammography and sonography, according to a study performed at the University of Toledo Medical Center, Toledo, OH.

5 May 2009

Unique electronic strategy alerts physicians to latest clinical information on H1N1 flu

History was made at 2:30 p.m. (EDT) on Wednesday, April 29, when more than 3,000 physicians in Indianapolis were sent a broadcast alert on swine flu (H1N1 virus) from the Marion County Health Department. The message was of critical importance to patient care; history was made in the way it was transmitted and received.

5 May 2009

A more potent vaccine technology

Virginia Tech virologist Chris Roberts' goal is to develop a platform for a flu vaccine that allows rapid modifications to meet new strains of flu.

4 May 2009

Novel "lab on a tube" monitoring device

The need for improved monitoring of neurotrauma patients has resulted in the development of a prototype of a novel, multitasking "lab on a tube" at the University of Cincinnati (UC).

4 May 2009

Non-invasive wireless technology allows monitoring of fetus and mother

The University of Nottingham spin-out company has developed miniature, wireless technology which can successfully monitor the well-being of a mother and her unborn baby.

30 Apr 2009

Flu vaccine delivered through skin patches containing microneedles proves effective in mice

A team of researchers at Emory University and the Georgia Institute of Technology believes the new microneedle skin patch method of delivering flu vaccine could improve overall seasonal vaccination coverage in people because of decreased pain, increased convenience, lower cost and simpler logistics over conventional hypodermic immunization.

30 Apr 2009

New computer-controlled system to improve the accuracy of blood tests

Blood tests are common procedures in medicine and sometimes several are required over a prolonged period.

30 Apr 2009

Voice response system useful for monitoring anticoagulant patients

Interactive voice response systems may help improve monitoring of patients taking anticoagulants such as warfarin while reducing the workload of clinical staff, found a study by Ottawa researchers in CMAJ.

27 Apr 2009

Nanosensor arrays ''sniff out" cancer

In 2006 researchers established that dogs could detect cancer by sniffing the exhaled breath of cancer patients. Now, using nanoscale arrays of detectors, two groups of investigators have shown that a compact mechanical device also can sniff out lung cancer in humans.

27 Apr 2009

New scan may lead to better treatment for epilepsy

Australian scientists have found that new technology may help in the treatment of epilepsy.

27 Apr 2009

da Vinci robot-assisted technology when used for urothelial cancer of the kidney proves to be beneficial for patients

Robotic trained surgeons at Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia presented a new and novel approach to surgically treat urothelial cancer (in the lining of the bladder or kidney) today at the American Urological Association's Annual Meeting.

26 Apr 2009

New generation of nanotools for ultra-sensitive measurements at the atomic level

As researchers push towards detection of single molecules, single electron spins and the smallest amounts of mass and movement, Yale researchers have demonstrated silicon-based nanocantilevers, smaller than the wavelength of light, that operate on photonic principles eliminating the need for electric transducers and expensive laser setups.

26 Apr 2009

Teleradiology offers CT colonography to rural areas

CT colonography, which is a highly effective colorectal screening test, is feasible in rural health centers with the help of teleradiology, according to a study performed at the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ.

23 Apr 2009

Radiation device in the breast reduces complications for early stage breast cancer patients

A new study shows that the SAVI™ applicator, a small, expandable device inserted inside the breast to deliver partial breast irradiation, carries a low infection risk, a potential complication of such devices.

23 Apr 2009

Breast elastography allows for a more accurate diagnosis of breast cancer

Breast elastography allows physicians to give a more accurate diagnosis of breast cancer, according to a study performed at Singapore General Hospital in Singapore.

23 Apr 2009

T2-weighted BLADE MR sequence helps radiologists more accurately evaluate abnormalities of the uterus and ovaries

A new MR imaging sequence, T2-weighted BLADE, used to image the female pelvis improves image quality and helps radiologists make a more accurate diagnosis, according to a study performed at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore, MD.

23 Apr 2009

Breast density easily determined with new computer algorithm

A new computerized assessment has been developed that can help physicians objectively assess a patient's breast density and monitor it over time to detect any alarming changes that may suggest cancer, according to a study evaluating this technology that was performed at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD.

23 Apr 2009

New automated system designed for the interpretation of coronary CT angiography

A new automated system designed for the interpretation of coronary CT angiography (CCTA), helps radiologists determine which cases are high priority and should be read first, according to a study performed at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA.

23 Apr 2009

Computer-aided detection of early-stage lung cancer

A computer-aided detection (CAD) method may help radiologists identify cancerous lung nodules at an early stage, according to a study performed at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, MD.

23 Apr 2009

Cardiac CT offers a better, cost-effective approach to diagnose low-risk chest pain patients

Using cardiac CT to diagnose low risk patients with chest pain is significantly cheaper - 44% less than the standard of care - and can decrease the length of hospital stay up to 20 hours, according to a study performed at the University of Washington in Seattle, WA.

23 Apr 2009

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3T MRI detects significant number of lesions not found on mammography and sonography

Unique electronic strategy alerts physicians to latest clinical information on H1N1 flu

A more potent vaccine technology

Novel "lab on a tube" monitoring device

Non-invasive wireless technology allows monitoring of fetus and mother

Flu vaccine delivered through skin patches containing microneedles proves effective in mice

New computer-controlled system to improve the accuracy of blood tests

Voice response system useful for monitoring anticoagulant patients

Nanosensor arrays ''sniff out" cancer

New scan may lead to better treatment for epilepsy

da Vinci robot-assisted technology when used for urothelial cancer of the kidney proves to be beneficial for patients

New generation of nanotools for ultra-sensitive measurements at the atomic level

Teleradiology offers CT colonography to rural areas

Radiation device in the breast reduces complications for early stage breast cancer patients

Breast elastography allows for a more accurate diagnosis of breast cancer

T2-weighted BLADE MR sequence helps radiologists more accurately evaluate abnormalities of the uterus and ovaries

Breast density easily determined with new computer algorithm

New automated system designed for the interpretation of coronary CT angiography

Computer-aided detection of early-stage lung cancer

Cardiac CT offers a better, cost-effective approach to diagnose low-risk chest pain patients

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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