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Topic of the Month June: Radiology & Nuclear Medicine

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Topic of the Month June: Radiology & Nuclear Medicine

The hand of his wife. That was the first object that Conrad Röntgen x-rayed. It was the beginning of a rapid development of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine giving rise to treatments that are indispensable for modern medicine.

In June, MEDICA.de presents information about Radiology & Nuclear Medicine. Recent research and innovations of this division make up this month's medical topic.

In a pilot study of gadobenate dimeglumine (GD-BOPTA), the new contrast agent has yielded improved diagnostic imaging of brain tumours in MRI compared to standard contrast media. - New Contrast Agents for Enhanced Brain Tumour Diagnostics

A study shows that a combination of clot busting drugs infused directly into the clot is an effective interventional radiology technique to treat deep vein thrombosis by breaking up the clot. - Treating Deep Vein Thrombosis

Positron emission tomography (PET) imaging has recently been shown to aid in the diagnosis of particular neurological syndromes associated with cancer. - Diagnosing Cancer-Related Neurological Disorders

When a fast diagnosis is crucial, radiologists can use computed tomography (CT) with contrast to quickly and accurately identify and assess internal damage from gunshot wounds or other trauma to the torso. - Depicts Internal Injury from Gunshot and Stab Wounds

New articles (currently added): - New CT-Based Classification Proposed
- MRI Better than Mammography in Breast Cancer
- With Tiny Beads Against Liver Cancer
- PET Provides Index of Carotid Plaque Inflammation