The technique highlights differences in how water molecules move through cancerous tissue in comparison to healthy tissue.

“These findings raise the question of whether insurance reimbursement impacts referral patterns for other conditions and specialties, and the extent to which it may outweigh evidence-based care decisions."

The use of DLR also provides greater flexibility with protocols in comparison to conventional single-shot echo-planar imaging.

New research provides detailed insight into how specific factors that impact hormone levels, such as breastfeeding, contraception, medication and menopausal status, alter BPE on CEM. 

Diagnosing endometriosis often requires laparoscopy, as ultrasound and MRI frequently fail to detect the painful, sometimes debilitating condition, especially in its early stages.

Experts involved in the algorithm's development believe its time-saving potential could help improve both radiologist workflows and patient outcomes. 

New research suggests more women with late-stage breast cancer may develop brain metastases than previously believed.