Improved functional near infrared spectroscopy enables enhanced brain imaging
In an article published today in the peer-reviewed, open-access SPIE publication Neurophotonics, “High density functional diffuse optical tomography based on […]
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) visualizes internal body structures, often with the help of contrast agents to enhance sensitivity. A Belgian […] Theranostics is an emerging field of medicine whose name is a combination of “therapeutics” and “diagnostics.” The idea behind theranostics […] A newly developed endoscope could give doctors a better view of intestinal changes caused by Crohn’s disease. This additional information […] Cancer presents an ongoing challenge for physicians, particularly in the diagnosis and treatment of the disease. This is, amongst other […] Researchers have identified two new nuclear medicine tracers that make it easier to diagnose and potentially treat cancer. A proof-of-concept […] In recent years, kratom has become popular as a treatment for chronic or acute pain as well as mood conditions […] Large differences in radiation doses used for CT scans are mainly due to how the scanners are used by medical […] Stanford University School of Medicine scientists have developed a noninvasive way of delivering drugs to within a few millimeters of […] Augmented reality (AR), a technology that superimposes computer-generated information on a user’s view of the real world, offers a new […]Medical Imaging
Two-in-one contrast agent for medical imaging
On the way to nanotheranostics: Diagnosing and treating diseases simultaneously
Photoacoustic endoscopy could improve Crohn’s disease treatment: Better view of intestinal changes could lead to targeted treatments and fewer adverse effects
Inside a tumor: Purple bacteria visualize ‘big eaters’
New ‘tracers’ improve diagnosis of cancer and may be useful for treatment
Study finds increase in calls to US Poison Control Centers for kratom exposure: Researchers push for FDA regulation and warn consumers about the dangers associated with its use
Radiation doses from CT scans should be more consistent, say experts: Large variation in doses mainly due to how scanners are used by medical staff
Ultrasound releases drug to alter activity in targeted brain areas in rats
Augmented reality may assist cardiologists plan and perform complex procedures