Who (or What) is Aunt Minnie?
Nearly every profession has its own trade lingo. Musicians say “one-four-five with a short four” to refer to different notes on a major scale, for example, and a movie director might say “chicken in the gate” at the end of a take. Radiologists also have their own lingo. One of the most famous is Aunt […]
International Coalition of Radiologists Call for Ethics Guidelines on the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Radiology
The healthcare industry is increasingly adopting artificial intelligence (AI), which are powerful computer systems that work and react like humans. AI and other autonomous systems help a number of medical departments and specialties, including administration and radiology, use large amounts of information to reduce errors and improve patient care for all patients. Artificial intelligence is […]
Going in for an Imaging Test? Here’s How to Get the Most Accurate Results Possible
Imaging tests can provide your doctor with valuable information about your condition. Your physician may order an imaging test to diagnose an illness or determine the severity of an injury, for example. Imaging tests can also help your doctor determine if a treatment is working. Getting accurate results from an imaging test is important, of […]
What is Contrast Material and How Does it Work?
If you have ever undergone medical imaging, such as an MRI or CT scan, chances are good that you received contrast. MRIs (magnetic resonance imaging) and CT (computed tomography) are types of medical equipment that creates image of internal organs and structures. Contrast material enhances and improves the quality of these images. Contrast material can […]
