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News • Nuclear imaging

PET radiotracer reveals inflammation in the brain

Using the COX-2 enzyme, a new PET imaging approach offers a never-before-seen view of inflammation in the brain, opening the door for clinical and research settings for various brain disorders.

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News • Systemic cell rewiring

How midkine helps tumours evade immunotherapy

Researchers discovered a key mechanism by which melanomas and other aggressive tumours prevent the immune system from detecting and attacking them – one of the greatest challenges in oncology today.

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Video • International Medical, Health & Care Expo

See You at Medical Taiwan 2025!

Medical Taiwan 2025, organized by TAITRA, will take place from June 5 to 7 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center (TaiNEX 2). As a leading event in Asia’s medical and healthcare sectors, the…

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Sponsored • Product presentation at radiology congress

United Imaging showcases sustainable, AI-driven innovations at ECR 2025

United Imaging, a global leader in manufacturing advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, showcases a range of cutting-edge technologies aligned with sustainable values. Notably, the company achieves an A rating in the MSCI ESG ratings, highlighting its unwavering commitment to transforming medical diagnostics and patient care worldwide through a holistic, sustainable approach.

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News • Potential for patients with knee pain

Artificial lateral meniscus makes clinical debut

Researchers have designed an artificial lateral (outer) meniscus that could help patients with chronic knee pain. The first patients have already undergone surgery and begun rehabilitation.

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News • Neural network-based assessment

AI calculates biological heart age, cardiovascular risk, from ECG data

By using AI to analyse ECG data, researchers created an algorithm to predict the biological age of the heart. This could be used to identify those most at risk of cardiovascular events and mortality.

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Sponsored • Laboratory automation

Connect, automate and innovate your lab through SMART Automation 

In today’s fast-paced healthcare landscape, efficiency and accuracy are essential in overcoming workload challenges. Pathology laboratories are under pressure to keep up with growing demands, all while ensuring standardised, consistent and high-quality results. 

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Sponsored • Esaote’s approach to innovation

Shaping the future of medical imaging

For Esaote, a leading Italian innovator in medical imaging - ultrasound, dedicated magnetic resonance and medical IT - the mission is to develop new technologies that can help advance diagnosis and improve patient care. Esaote has always leveraged continuous innovation as the key driver of its business strategy. This approach is also embodied in its three business areas.

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News • Study on incidence and risk factors

Many breast cancers are detected between screenings

3 out of 10: Mammography screening has been shown to be effective in reducing breast cancer mortality. Still, many cancers are diagnosed between screening rounds, a new study shows.

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Article • Freezing cancer cells

Cryoablation: A treatment option for low-risk early-stage breast cancer

Cryoablation, the destruction of malignant cancer cells by freezing them, is increasingly becoming an alternative to having conventional lumpectomy for patients diagnosed with early-stage, localised, low-risk breast cancer. Findings from numerous recent clinical trials show that cancer recurrence rates are very low and are comparable to breast conservation surgery (BCS).

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Article • Collection

Focus on environmental medicine

Harmful substances in the soil, water and air also endanger people's health. In recent years, environmental medicine has been increasingly concerned with the consequences of climate change.

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Article • Bacterial defense mechanism

Antibiotic resistance: a global threat to healthcare

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is becoming more prevalent around the world, constituting a serious threat to public health. When bacteria acquire resistance against antibiotics, common medical…

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Article • Workspace, management, research

Women in healthcare

Long time underrepresented in both leadership positions and research design, women have come a long way in restoring gender equality in healthcare settings. Yet, many challenges still remain. Keep…

Diagnostic imaging

Radiology, sonography and beyond: Keep reading to find out how imaging techniques like MRI, CT and ultrasound can be used in the diagnosis of diseases and the guidance of medical procedures.

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Sponsored • Corporate presentation at radiology congress

Bayer at ECR 2025: Less dose, more AI and sustainability

Contrast agents, AI and circular economy: Bayer presented new developments for radiology at the ECR Congress. Particular emphasis was placed on digital assistance systems and sustainability.

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News • Cardiac event marker

Coronary artery calcium score: useful regardless of age

A large new study of more than 40,000 patients finds that a zero coronary artery calcium score continues to be an accurate indicator of a low risk for a coronary heart event even as a person ages.

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News • Alternative to MRI-guided biopsy

Micro-ultrasound to speed up prostate cancer diagnosis

To diagnose prostate cancer, an MRI-guided biopsy is often performed. Now, a study shows that micro-ultrasound is just as effective, cheaper and easier to use. This could help free up MRI capacities.

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Laboratory/pathology

From clinical chemistry to digital pathology: Read more about how modern medical laboratories and procedures in pathology play a vital role in the detection and prevention of diseases and in medical research.

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News • Machine learning analysis

Breast cancer: AI predicts metastasis from recurrence

The location and timing of breast cancer recurrence may allow AI to predict the risk of metastasis, a new study shows. This is an essential step towards developing personalised treatment strategies.

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News • HBV point-of-care identification

Hepatitis B: rapid diagnostic test to halt mother-to-child transmission

A new rapid diagnostic test can identify pregnant women at elevated risk of transmitting hepatitis B to their babies. This could help prevent mother-to-child transmission during childbirth.

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News • Electrochemical biosensing

Nanotube sensors enhance accuracy in continuous health monitoring

Researchers have succeeded in producing sensors from single-wall carbon nanotubes that are suitable for detecting even minute changes in specific substances in the body, such as female hormones.

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Treatment

Medical innovations are rapidly expanding therapy options for many diseases. Keep reading to find more information on new therapies, surgical techniques, effective medication and patient care.

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News • Therapy innovation

Four advances that could change tuberculosis treatment

World TB Day raises awareness about tuberculosis and commemorates the discovery of the source bacterium M. tuberculosis. More than a century later, scientists still refine anti-TB strategies.

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News • Plasma vs. whole blood resuscitation

Trauma surgeons propose ‘precision transfusion’ approach

Giving separated blood plasma improves outcomes in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) or shock, whereas unseparated or “whole” blood may be best for patients with traumatic bleeding.

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News • Behavioural intervention study

Want to boost bowel cancer screening response? Add a deadline

Screening for colorectal cancer has proven effective for reducing mortality, but response rates are lacking. A new study finds that putting on the pressure can provide the necessary encouragement.

Management

Time to bring out the white collars: Read more about the economy and politics of health as well as optimised hospital and patient management.

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News • Threat to medical device availability

Cardiologists call for urgent MDR revision

While the Medical Device Regulation was designed to enhance safety and quality, its complexity and certification costs threaten the availability of vital devices. Cardiologists urge for revision.

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News • Neonatal intensive care

Flexible nurse deployment to mitigate NICU capacity challenges

When a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) runs out of capacity, babies often have to be moved, creating health risks. Researchers investigate how flexible deployment of nurses can prevent this.

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News • Trade show preview

Medical Japan 2025 Osaka: Global innovations and networking opportunities

The countdown has begun for Medical Japan 2025 Osaka, Western Japan’s leading medical and healthcare trade show, taking place from March 5-7, 2025, at INTEX Osaka, where industry professionals,…

IT/Tech

From AI-based image analysis to virtual therapies: Find out how digitalisation and cutting-edge IT solutions advance the medical landscape.

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Video • Oloid-shaped magnet-driven probe

Virtual biopsy: tiny robot wobbles its way through the gut

Engineers developed a robotic probe that can generate high-resolution 3D ultrasound images from deep inside the gastrointestinal tract. The robot reaches its target with a unique kind of movement.

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News • Cybersecurity protocol

Protecting wireless medical implants from being hacked

Cyberhealth threats such as the hacking of a medical implant are of real concern as technology moves toward smart, wirelessly connected implants. A new security protocol aims to protect these devices.

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News • Physicians' dilemma

Who is to blame for errors of medical AI?

Assistive AI systems are designed to ease the workload of physicians. However, implementation of the technology could actually worsen challenges related to error prevention and burnout, experts warn.

Research

When scientific curiosity paves the way for improved healthcare: Read more about promising studies and trials that lead to more effective drugs, procedures as well as medical guidelines.

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News • Alleviating inflammatory skin disorders

Microneedles to speed up diabetic wound healing

Researchers have developed ‘sponge-like’ microneedle patches that deliver bioactive ingredients and reduce inflammation in slow- and non-healing diabetic wounds.

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News • Mortality, CVD, cancer, and more

Weight loss protects (even when it's regained)

Losing weight is a great way to improve one's overall health. But, are these benefits gone once a person is gaining weight again? Not necessarily, a new study points out.

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News • Extracellular microenvironments

Advancing diabetes treatment with 3D bioprinting

Leveraging bioink from pancreatic tissue and 3D bioprinting, researchers developed a structure closely mimicking the structure of a pancreas, in which cultured cells can resume insulin production.

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