Non-invasive imaging technique could lead to improved COPD treatment

2020-09-21T11:36:04-04:00

Lake Medical Imaging introduced CT Lung Density Analysis (LDA) as a quantitative imaging biomarker to assist in the diagnosis and management of COPD. This groundbreaking imaging software analyzes a patient’s lung function as they inhale and exhale and enables physicians to more accurately diagnose and treat the disease. Once again, our radiologists lead the way [...]

Non-invasive imaging technique could lead to improved COPD treatment2020-09-21T11:36:04-04:00

Improving COPD Management with CT Lung Mapping

2020-09-21T11:43:54-04:00

November has been designated National COPD Awareness Month to enhance awareness of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), the third leading cause of death in the United States. AS current clinical research aims at developing diagnosis and treatment methods, quantitative staging and monitoring of the disease have become vitally important. Lake Medical Imaging introduced CT Lung [...]

Improving COPD Management with CT Lung Mapping2020-09-21T11:43:54-04:00

An Innovative Test For Diagnosis Of Recurring Prostate Cancer

2020-10-28T11:17:49-04:00

Lake Medical Imaging offers an innovative test for diagnosis of recurring prostate cancer. Axumin™ (fluciclovine F 18) is a diagnostic agent used to enhance PET (Positron Emission Tomography) imaging in men who have suspected prostate cancer recurrence based on elevated PSA (prostate specific antigen) levels following treatment. Image courtesy of Blue Earth Diagnostics, Inc. [...]

An Innovative Test For Diagnosis Of Recurring Prostate Cancer2020-10-28T11:17:49-04:00

New ACS Guidelines for Colorectal Cancer Screening: Start Earlier

2021-02-11T16:57:06-05:00

CT Colonoscopy: A Recommended Screening Option On May 30, 2018, the American Cancer Society updated its colorectal cancer screening guidelines for people at average risk. The new ACS recommendation states that people of average risk for colorectal cancer should begin regular screenings at age 45, instead of starting at age 50 as recommended in the [...]

New ACS Guidelines for Colorectal Cancer Screening: Start Earlier2021-02-11T16:57:06-05:00

Breast Density: Why is it Important?

2020-09-21T11:45:23-04:00

Breast density notification laws have been passed in 31 states to date (but not yet in Florida), and continue to be on the legislative agenda nationwide. The laws vary, but all are intended to inform women who have undergone mammography about the risks posed by breast density so those with dense breast tissue can decide [...]

Breast Density: Why is it Important?2020-09-21T11:45:23-04:00

What is Interventional Radiology?

2020-09-21T11:45:23-04:00

Interventional Radiology, or IR, is a minimally invasive process to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions throughout the body such as cancer. Most procedures require only a tiny incision or injection. The benefits of using an interventional radiology approach include: Less invasive than traditional surgery Minimal to no side effects Very short recovery time; [...]

What is Interventional Radiology?2020-09-21T11:45:23-04:00

Mammograms Save Lives. Period. End of Story

2021-02-16T15:50:57-05:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_EUlY6hn_g It has taken decades to appreciate how many women are saved because of mammograms, but now, the data is clear: US breast cancer deaths have fallen 34 percent in the past 20 years. And that represents 200,000 lives saved. Lynne Winker, who has yearly mammograms at Lake Medical Imaging, describes how doing so resulted [...]

Mammograms Save Lives. Period. End of Story2021-02-16T15:50:57-05:00

Breast Cancer Screening: Ending The Confusion

2020-09-21T11:45:51-04:00

Recently the Society of Breast Imaging co-hosted a briefing on Capitol Hill with Prevent Cancer to address the USPSTF recommendations.  SBI Immediate Past  President Murray Rebner has written a recap of the briefing.  As a follow up to the SBI is pleased to share the following whiteboard video.  It was developed to address and (hopefully) end the [...]

Breast Cancer Screening: Ending The Confusion2020-09-21T11:45:51-04:00

What is Nuclear Medicine?

2020-09-21T11:45:51-04:00

The word ‘nuclear’ may create an understandable anxiousness in those who hear it. Yet, nuclear medicine is an important component of diagnostic imaging. This innovative way of diagnosing patients can result in the detection of some diseases at their earliest stages, when life-saving treatments are most effective. Here are some things you should know if [...]

What is Nuclear Medicine?2020-09-21T11:45:51-04:00
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