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Breast Imaging February 19, 2026
Mammo Screening Saves Lives – Even in Late-Stage Cancer February 19, 2026
A new study confirms that not only does breast cancer screening save lives, but it also improves survival in women with late-stage disease. Researchers found that women with stage IV breast cancer had a survival rate over three times higher if their disease was detected with screening, thanks largely to its role in driving treatment. […]
Artificial Intelligence February 16, 2026
Simpler Radiology Reports from LLMs February 16, 2026
Can large language model AI algorithms write simpler radiology reports for patients than clinicians? A study published in European Radiology found that LLM-produced reports were more readable, but there are areas of concern that will require fine-tuning. Patients are taking greater interest in managing their own healthcare, requesting direct access to medical information like images […]
Artificial Intelligence February 12, 2026
VC Funding Bounces Back in 2025 February 12, 2026
After a long slide, venture capital funding for medical imaging AI companies bounced back in 2025. That’s according to the latest report from market intelligence firm Signify Research. VC funding of AI startups has declined steadily since 2020, when cheap money fueled by low pandemic-era interest rates spurred a boom in both the total dollar […]
CT Scanners February 9, 2026
CT Supports Better Stroke Care February 9, 2026
When it comes to stroke, time is brain. And the faster stroke patients can be diagnosed, the sooner brain-saving treatment can start. Researchers in Germany found that sending stroke patients to hospitals equipped with CT scanners and telemedicine connections might be more effective than transferring them directly to specialized stroke centers. CT is critical for […]
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Radiology Education February 5, 2026
Residency Push Skips Radiology February 5, 2026
A federal push to alleviate the U.S. physician shortage by adding more resident training slots appears to have skipped radiology. Of the more than 400 residency programs awarded funding so far, only two diagnostic radiology programs got funds. The ongoing doctor shortage has become a major issue in U.S. healthcare, as physicians face rising patient […]
Artificial Intelligence February 2, 2026
More Positive News on Mammo AI from MASAI February 2, 2026
The latest results from the landmark MASAI study of AI for mammography screening show a favorable trend toward reducing the rate of interval cancers, or breast cancers that appear between screening rounds. The new findings – published Friday in The Lancet – also confirm mammography AI’s sharp workload reduction and trend toward higher sensitivity. MASAI […]
Lung Cancer Screening January 29, 2026
Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers Creates Questions January 29, 2026
Behind the growing enthusiasm for CT lung cancer screening is a nagging question – should we be screening people who have never smoked too? It’s a dilemma that’s addressed in a new paper in Radiology that offers some insight. CT lung screening is the only major cancer screening test that’s exclusively targeted at high-risk individuals, […]
Artificial Intelligence January 26, 2026
Doctors Adopt ‘Shadow AI’ for Efficiency Gains January 26, 2026
Doctors under pressure to work more efficiently are looking for help from “shadow AI” – artificial intelligence applications adopted outside a formal hospital approval process. A new survey of U.S. healthcare personnel found that many administrators have encountered unauthorized AI tools in their organizations, including some used for direct patient care. U.S. healthcare providers are […]
Breast Imaging January 22, 2026
Risk-Based Mammography Screening Returns January 22, 2026
The idea of risk-based mammography screening is back with the publication of a new study in JAMA Network Open claiming that some risk-based strategies averted more breast cancer deaths with fewer false positives than age-based criteria. But like a previous paper on risk-based screening, the new findings raise concerns. The idea behind risk-based screening is […]
Breast Imaging January 15, 2026
Breast Density’s Impact on Mammography January 15, 2026
Breast density has a well-known effect on the accuracy of mammography screening – and it’s not a positive one. But a new study in Academic Radiology sheds light on density’s impact thanks to a massive patient population and its use of digital breast tomosynthesis, the most current breast screening technology. Breast density is known to […]
Radiologists January 12, 2026
Some Rads Are Working Harder – But Not All January 12, 2026
If you feel like you’re working harder than your colleagues, you might not be wrong. New data on changes in imaging volume in the U.S. before and after the COVID-19 pandemic show that while volume grew faster than the supply of radiologists, those reading the most imaging exams shouldered most of the burden. Medical imaging […]
Radiology January 8, 2026
Top 2026 Radiology Trends January 8, 2026
As we did in 2025, The Imaging Wire asked key opinion leaders in medical imaging to provide their predictions on the technologies, clinical applications, and regulatory developments that will shape the specialty for the next 12 months. Here’s what they said… 3 Key Radiology Trends for 2026: Three fundamental trends will drive the radiology industry […]
CT Scanners January 8, 2026
Canon Celebrates 50 Years of CT Innovation: Redefining Healthcare with Meaningful AI January 8, 2026
This year marks a historic milestone for Canon – five decades of pioneering CT innovation that has transformed the landscape of healthcare. From introducing industry-first technologies to setting new standards in diagnostic imaging, Canon continues to lead the way in delivering solutions that matter. Canon’s legacy is built on breakthroughs such as its three-time award-winning […]
Radiologists January 5, 2026
VC Radiology Funding Drops January 5, 2026
Venture capital investment in radiology peaked in 2021 at just over $2B and has been on a slow decline since then. That’s according to a study in JACR that documents the ebb and flow of VC investment, in particular its shift to companies developing AI algorithms. VC investment is the lifeblood of any industry built […]
Medical Imaging December 18, 2025
Top 10 Radiology Stories of 2025 December 18, 2025
What were the top 10 radiology news stories of 2025 in The Imaging Wire? This year’s top 10 list as measured by reader views is as follows… The Takeaway The Imaging Wire top 10 radiology news stories for 2025 shows that our subscribers remain interested in bread-and-butter issues like the radiologist shortage, but also found […]
Medical Imaging December 15, 2025
Top 10 Radiology Videos of 2025 December 15, 2025
If a picture tells a thousand words, then how much more does a video tell you? Here at The Imaging Wire, we believe there’s nothing like having healthcare professionals and industry executives tell you in their own words what’s really going on in radiology. That’s why video has been an important part of our story […]
Breast Imaging December 15, 2025
Risk-Based Mammo Screening – Ready for Prime Time? December 15, 2025
Is mammography screening based on patient risk ready to take over for age-based screening? Results from the WISDOM study presented at last week’s San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium and published simultaneously in JAMA suggest that while risk-based screening has its merits, more work may need to be done. Cancer screening exams like mammography have reduced […]
Artificial Intelligence December 11, 2025
FDA AI Approvals Surge Past 1k for Radiology December 11, 2025
The number of AI-enabled medical devices granted FDA marketing authorization for radiology surged past the 1k mark in the latest update from the agency. The numbers show that radiology’s share of authorizations remains stable at just over three-quarters of total approvals. The FDA regularly releases the list in what’s become a closely watched barometer of […]
Medical Imaging December 9, 2025
RSNA 2025 Video Highlights December 9, 2025
RSNA 2025 is a wrap, and this year’s meeting offers an intriguing look at the forces that are shaping radiology – especially AI and imaging informatics. It’s no secret that AI has come to dominate recent RSNA conferences, with its promise of fundamentally reshaping how radiologists do their jobs. But that dream has been a […]
Contrast December 8, 2025
Risks of Rising Contrast Use December 8, 2025
The use of contrast media in medical imaging procedures has been rising steadily in recent years, a trend that creates environmental risks. So says a new study in JAMA Network Open that documents growth in contrast use over the past 13 years. Contrast is an essential part of many imaging exams, helping radiologists better visualize […]
Medical Imaging December 4, 2025
Snow Doesn’t Slow RSNA 2025 December 4, 2025
RSNA 2025 is wrapping up this week in what’s been a cold and snowy Chicago. While many attendees experienced travel delays getting into the show on Sunday, the disruptions didn’t slow the blistering pace of radiology innovation on display. As has been the case all year in radiology, AI has been a hot topic at […]
CT Scanners December 1, 2025
CT Lung Screening Leads RSNA’s First Day December 1, 2025
Day 1 of RSNA 2025 is in the books, and new research into CT lung cancer screening dominated the scientific sessions at Chicago’s McCormick Place. Lung cancer screening is drawing attention as screening programs go into effect internationally. Some highlights from Sunday (with handy session numbers to help you follow along) include… The Takeaway RSNA […]
