Dear AuntMinnie Member,
A study published today offers statistical evidence illustrating the torrid pace of growth in teleradiology services in the U.S.
Many radiology practices have turned to teleradiology in recent years for off-hours or subspecialty image interpretation, fueling the rise of a sizable industry segment. In fact, a study in the American Journal of Roentgenology indicates that the U.S. teleradiology market nearly tripled from 2003 to 2007, according to an article in our PACS Digital Community.
But the researchers added that the once-hot market could also be showing signs of slowing down. Find out why by clicking here, or visit the community at pacs.auntminnie.com.
CT vs. V/Q
In other news, check out our Molecular Imaging Digital Community for a new article on how CT has largely replaced nuclear medicine ventilation/perfusion (V/Q) scans for diagnosing pulmonary embolism at most U.S. hospitals.
The study cites a number of reasons for the shift, including CT's greater availability and recent clinical studies highlighting its diagnostic effectiveness. Find out more by clicking here, or visit the community at molecular.auntminnie.com.
CEUS and atherosclerosis
Finally, a study to be presented this week at the Advances in Contrast Ultrasound: ICUS Bubble Conference 2009 indicates that contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) can spot a condition that can be an early sign of atherosclerosis.
In the study, Spanish researchers compared a group of diabetic patients to healthy controls and found that the diabetics were at higher risk of cardiovascular disease. The researchers believe that the contrast technique could help them pinpoint patients at risk before other warning signs develop.
Learn more by clicking here, or visit the Ultrasound Digital Community at ultrasound.auntminnie.com.
