Does COPD show up on an X-ray?
Diagnosing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can involve an X-ray, which may show enlarged lungs and diaphragm problems. Doctors may order X-rays and other tests when
Category: MRI / PET / Ultrasound
What to know about head and brain MRI scans
A doctor may use a head and brain MRI scan to check for a range of injuries and abnormalities. Here, gain a detailed understanding of
Atherosclerosis: Scans spot inflammation in arteries before they harden
Using advanced imaging to scan people with some atherosclerotic plaques, scientists detected inflammation in arteries that had not yet developed plaques.
Mediterranean diet nutrients tied with healthy brain aging
A study of older adults links blood markers of certain nutrients that are present in the Mediterranean diet to better cognition and brain connectivity.
MS: High-strength MRI may predict disease progression
New research suggests that a powerful MRI scanner may help predict the progression of multiple sclerosis by analyzing cortical lesions on the brain.
Stimulating brain with ultrasound can influence decisions
A study in macaques reveals that targeting a brain region with noninvasive, low-intensity ultrasound can alter a specific decision-making process.
What to know about a blood clot in the arm
A blood clot in the arm can be a dangerous health problem. If the clot dislodges and travels to the lungs, it can block the
Why does insomnia worsen distress of unpleasant memories?
Brain activity differences may help explain why distress from bad memories grows stronger in people with insomnia but fades in those without insomnia.
What does autism look like in the brain?
A new study offers a fresh perspective on how autism works in the brain. Symptoms, the authors say, may be linked to persistent connections in
Brain scans could help predict whether antidepressants will work
New research reveals how MRI scans and artificial intelligence can help identify brain patterns that predict responsiveness to certain antidepressants.
