Nuclear Medicine

Covidien Integrates RFID in Contrast Delivery System

The existing contrast delivery system from Covidien was updated to incorporate radio frequency identification (RFID) technology. The goal of adding this functionality is to reduce the potential for medical errors. more...

July 31, 2008 Related topics: Product Launches, Imaging, Quality, Safety, Errors, Nuclear Medicine, Standardization

Ultrasound May be Alternative to Assess Osteoporosis Risk

Findings from a multi-center trial suggest that ultrasound of the heel may be an effective tool to identify women who are at higher risk for developing osteoporosis. One benefit of this approach versus conventional screening with dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) exams is minimized radiation during screening. The study was published in the journal Radiology. more...

July 1, 2008 Related topics: Diagnostic, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine

Isotope Shortage Motivates AMIC

The shutdown of Nordion’s atomic reactor has dramatically reduced the availability of molybdenum-99. This is the isotope that...

Mayo and IBM Improve Image Processing

Using memory bandwidth and parallel computer architecture, researchers at IBM and The Mayo Clinic expedited the time required...

Gamma Detection System Introduced

An enhanced gamma detection control unit, the new Neoprobe GDS, was recently introduced (pdf) by Neoprobe Corporation. The...

New FDG Infusion System Cleared

The new Intego PET Infusion system was cleared for launch in the US by the FDA. MEDRAD, Incorporated...

Radiolabeling Technology License Completed by Bayer

Bayer Schering Pharma completed a licensing agreement with FutureChem for the international rights to fluorine-18 (F-18) radiolabelling technology....