Cardiac MRI on the Leading Edge
The modality brings functional imaging to the world of cardiac care, enabling clinicians to assess a patient’s condition after a cardiac event and guiding further treatments and diagnostic tests.
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3D Wall-Motion Tracking Offers Quantitative Data
A proprietary tool for cardiac ultrasound helps quantify the function of the left ventricular wall in 3D, potentially enabling early detection of coronary-artery disease.
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Clinical Case of the Month: Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)
ASD is a congenital heart defect that is ideally suited for evaluation using cardiac MRI. Cardiac [...]
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The Drive for Efficiency in Imaging
With customers facing new pressures for efficiency, Toshiba responds with unique product offerings. At this year’s RSNA, Toshiba showcased the ways its products are focused on helping customers achieve their goals.
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AHRA and Toshiba Announce 2009 Putting Patients First Grant Recipients
Recipients selected for programs focused on quality and safety in pediatric and adult imaging. Meet the six new Putting Patients First recipients and learn how they plan to put their grant monies to use.
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Clinical Case of the Month: Congenital Heart, Double Aortic Arch
CTA of the chest to evaluate congenital heart defect in a 9 month old infant with respiratory distress noted at birth. 3D volume rendered and MPR views clearly demonstrate this double aortic arch causing stenosis of the left main stem bronchus, most likely causing the infants continued respiratory distress.
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Challenges and Solutions in Imaging Children
Dose, speed, and safety represent challenges in imaging the youngest patients, but the right technology can help address these concerns while providing meaningful, clinically valuable images.
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Keeping Kids Comfortable During Exams
When imaging is less threatening, children are more cooperative, resulting in faster and fewer scans, as well as superior image quality.
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MRI and Ultrasound Gain Ground in Breast Imaging
Recent studies validate both modalities as powerful tools in the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of breast cancer. Ongoing clinical trials validate the use of elastography in assessing breast cancer; early results are positive.
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New Technologies and Applications Enhance Breast Ultrasound
The addition of MicroPure, and Precision Imaging to ultrasound technology lead to faster, more accurate breast-cancer diagnosis.
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