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New AI-powered robotic system performs heart ultrasounds without guidance
A Concordia-led team of researchers has developed a new AI-driven robotic system that can perform cardiac ultrasound scans autonomously. The researchers say this approach could expand access to cardiac imaging in remote or ...
Apr 30, 2026
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MRI reveals cerebrospinal fluid shifts after mild brain injury
Researchers at University of Tsukuba have found that cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) microdynamic motion shows region-specific alterations after mild traumatic brain injury (TBI). Using a specialized magnetic resonance imaging ...
Apr 30, 2026
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Lung scans can reveal important differences in sarcoidosis severity according to new study
A new study by researchers at National Jewish Health and collaborating institutions has found that different patterns seen on lung scans can signal how severe sarcoidosis may be, and how it affects breathing. The research ...
Apr 29, 2026
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New research signals a promising advance in endometriosis diagnosis
The Nuffield Department of Women's & Reproductive Health at the University of Oxford, together with Serac Healthcare Limited, announces the publication of Phase 2 data in The Lancet Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The findings ...
Apr 29, 2026
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Contrast agents in imaging—do they really harm the kidneys?
"Contrast harms the kidneys"—this belief has been present among patients for years, and sometimes also among physicians. In clinical practice, it may raise concerns about imaging examinations and procedures that use contrast ...
Apr 29, 2026
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Survey finds many women still believe mammograms should start at age 50—experts say age 40
A new national survey reveals many women are unsure about when to start mammogram screening for breast cancer and believe they should start later than doctors recommend.
Apr 29, 2026
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AI model detects normally 'invisible' tissue changes of pancreatic cancer at stage 0
An AI model (REDMOD) can pick up the very early subtle tissue changes of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, the most common form of pancreatic cancer, which conventional imaging and the human eye find difficult to detect, ...
Apr 28, 2026
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Whole-body ultrasound captures full cross-sections in 10 seconds, early tests show
Ultrasounds are a critical part of modern health care, helping to image soft tissue and organs, measure blood flow, and monitor fetal development. But the technique has constraints, including a limited field of view and the ...
Apr 24, 2026
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This routine heart scan sees the danger coming long before symptoms strike
A routine heart scan might soon do more than just check for clogged arteries; it could act as a crystal ball for your cardiac health. Researchers at Kumamoto University have revealed that by combining two specific markers ...
Apr 22, 2026
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PET biomarker outperforms established risk score in predicting survival for large B-cell lymphoma patients
Metabolic tumor volume—a biomarker derived from PET imaging—can more accurately predict progression-free survival for large B-cell lymphoma patients than the widely used International Prognostic Index. By identifying patients ...
Apr 22, 2026
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How glioblastoma spreads its impact across the brain and why that could change prognosis
Glioblastoma, the most aggressive malignant brain tumor in adults, is not an isolated lesion, but a disease that destabilizes the brain's communication network. A new study published in the journal Cancers shows that survival ...
Apr 21, 2026
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Novel 3D brain marker predicts surgical success in dementia-causing hydrocephalus
Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland have identified a new geometric marker of the brain ventricles that could help predict which patients with idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (iNPH) will benefit from ...
Apr 20, 2026
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First international consensus on how to design, test and evaluate robotic systems for stroke treatment
Mechanical thrombectomy is a life-saving procedure used to remove blood clots from the brain. The complex procedure is needed within hours to achieve the best outcomes, but as it requires specialist expertise, access remains ...
Apr 18, 2026
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Real-world MRI data confirm shared brain signatures of mental health disorders
Over 1 billion people worldwide are living with one or more mental health disorders that affect their mood, thinking processes and behavior, impacting their daily functioning to varying degrees. Identifying variations in ...
Why discarded brain 'noise' matters: Overlooked networks may reshape mental health treatment
Scientists who use imaging to understand the brain's complexity often focus on the strongest signals and ignore the rest. But this strategy, researchers warn, may reveal only the tip of the iceberg. A study published in Nature ...
Apr 17, 2026
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Diagnosing dementia: Neuroimaging technique could speed detection
Yale School of Medicine (YSM) researchers have tested a new and potentially more sensitive neuroimaging tool for diagnosing behavioral variant frontotemporal dementia (bvFTD). They reported their findings on April 9 in the ...
Apr 16, 2026
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Ultraprocessed food linked to thigh muscle fat in those at risk for knee OA
For individuals at risk for knee osteoarthritis, high ultraprocessed food (UPF) consumption is associated with higher muscle fat content, according to a study published online April 14 in Radiology.
Apr 15, 2026
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Blast exposure linked to brain aneurysms in U.S. Special Operations Forces
In a large sample of United States (U.S.) Special Operations Forces personnel, researchers found that a higher prevalence of intracranial aneurysms was independently associated with greater repeated blast exposure. Results ...
Apr 14, 2026
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Simple procedure relieves painful complications after deep vein thrombosis
A major multi-site clinical trial co-led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has shown that post-thrombotic syndrome—a common and often painful complication suffered by many people who ...
Apr 13, 2026
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New study shows linens, not equipment emissions, dominate ultrasound's carbon footprint
A new research study published in the Journal of the American College of Radiology (JACR) has found that unlike other modalities, linens and disposable supplies account for the vast majority of ultrasound's annual carbon ...
Apr 12, 2026
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Advanced CT scan analysis may help identify different forms of sarcoidosis
Researchers have identified a new method for analyzing chest CT scans that may help physicians better understand the different forms of sarcoidosis, a complex inflammatory lung disease that affects more than 150,000 people ...
Apr 10, 2026
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MRI technique enables long-term tracking of transplanted stem cell-derived heart cells
Researchers at the Institute of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Toronto have demonstrated a new way to monitor transplanted stem-cell-derived heart cells using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The method allows ...
Apr 8, 2026
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Two-step PET scan may pave the way for improved Alzheimer's diagnostics
A research group at Uppsala University has demonstrated that a new method for PET imaging of Alzheimer's disease is effective. The study was conducted in collaboration between the Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences, ...
Apr 8, 2026
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Smart MRI molecules developed to detect and treat cancer
Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have developed smart molecules that can both detect and treat cancer, offering a safer and more precise approach to care. The research, published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, ...
Apr 7, 2026
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A new AI model could help doctors detect lung cancer earlier
Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, accounting for nearly one in five cancer deaths—around 1.8 million lives lost each year. One of the main reasons is late diagnosis: in its early stages, ...
Apr 7, 2026
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