Contrast-enhanced cardiovascular MRI prior to prophylactic implantation of a cardioverter defibrillator identifies patients with increased risk for ventricular arrhythmias, which could prevent adverse events and save money, according to a study presented at the recent meeting of the Society of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance in Orlando, Fla.

University of Washington researchers reported that they have developed a new kind of microscope to visualize cells in 3D, an advancement that could bring progress to the field of early cancer detection.

There is an ongoing debate about the merits of coronary CT angiography (CCTA): whether it delivers better outcomes than current imaging techniques; whether its adoption has outpaced clinical evidence for its efficacy; and of course, there is the concern regarding radiation dose. Despite the questions, the number of cardiologists buying CT scanners continues to increase.

Hiawatha Community Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital in Hiawatha, Kan., has implemented IntelliDOTs Bedside Medication Administration, a handheld, barcode reader point-of-care product.

In just a few short years, the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association (SCAA) has quickly grown to become the nations largest public advocacy organization exclusively dedicated to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) awareness and education. More importantly, its reputation as a useful resource for patients has helped it build an expanding base of supporters among physicians, nurses and hospital administrators.

Heart Imaging Technologies has launched a free websitewhich allowspatients to upload and share diagnostic-quality medical images using a standard web browser.

Nineteenth century novelist and dramatist Victor Hugo is most well known for humanizing the plight of the French Revolutionists, and despite empathizing with the rebellious, he advised caution above all other virtues. A present-day struggle is currentlyroiling cardiac imaging over the utilization of coronary CT angiography (CCTA): both sides claim the mantle of patient advocate; however, those who discourage its preventive use are urging caution.

Calgary Scientific, an advanced visualization technology developer, has released its multi-patent-pending PureWeb Platform, which enables both its ResolutionMD products and third-party applications to be delivered over the web.