Biden's Brain Scan Oct 24, 2008
Back in the '60s sometime, I was in the Computerized scanning business, my computer helped developed the Cat Scan. One thing we knew for sure, if there was nothing there, we could not scan it. (Townhall.com)
How to Choose the Right Pet Health Insurance Plan Oct 23, 2008
For example, expensive medical treatments like cat scans, MRIs and chemotherapy -- services once only available for people -- are now being used to help save the lives of pets. Pet owners' beloved four-legged friends can sometimes face unexpected medical emergencies or illnesses, resulting in the difficult decision whether or not to spend thousands of dollars to save the life of their pet. (Pekin Times, IL)
Great SA inventions Oct 23, 2008
What do a Kreepy Krauly, a box of Pratley Putty and a CAT scan have in common ... CAT scans are used to generate three- dimensional images of tissue using a series of two-dimensional x-rays taken around a single axis of rotation. (iAfrica.com)
Breaking the cycle of waste in healthcare Oct 22, 2008
The more CAT scans, EKGs, and MRIs that are taken, the more the system earns. And there must be a societal shift toward prevention and wellness - an emphasis on health rather than healthcare. (Boston Globe)
Injured Tar Heels Have Different Timelines Oct 22, 2008
He said that after not playing for six weeks, the foot was still hurting and that's when the fracture started to show on MRIs and CAT Scans. "It was one of those things where it wasn't necessarily a clear cut decision to make," Ginyard said. (Tarheelblue.com)
Kids And Anesthesia Oct 22, 2008
The study is "provocative," says Sun, "but very preliminary." An estimated 4 million children receive anesthesia every year, Sun says, not just for surgery but for diagnostic procedures like MRI and CAT scans. The new report, not yet published, was prompted by prior studies showing that anesthesia can harm the developing brain in animals. (Newsweek)
Teen crossing Needham Street struck by car Oct 22, 2008
X-rays and a CAT scan showed no broken bones or serious injuries. It s miraculous his injuries were not more serious. (Newton Tab, MA)
"Extraordinary Hope" From New Cancer Drugs Oct 21, 2008
"The tumors went away really quickly," he recalls, "to the point where they're really are not visible in the CAT scans, or very faintly.". Four years after his diagnosis of lung cancer, Vrettos is still going strong. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Trashing Joe the Plumber Oct 21, 2008
8% of the passenger plane cargo is inspected via X-Ray or other imaging means like CAT scans in some airports. This campaign will not go on past November 5 much to Wooten s disappointment but Wooten and his homies will continue to kvetch and delude themselves. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
KPJ poised for more M&As Oct 20, 2008
Siti Sadiah said KPJ allocated RM40mil to RM50mil annually as capital expenditure to upgrade the hospitals equipment such as the magnetic resonance imaging equipment, computed axial tomography (CAT scan) and angiography sets. As for the physical infrastructure, we allocated about RM80mil to RM100mil for renovation, upgrading and expansion, she added. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
What happened on Seaverns Avenue? Oct 19, 2008
THE NEXT MORNING, AFTER CLEANING HIS cuts and running a battery of CAT scans and Xrays of his head and spine, the doctors released Leo. He appeared to be fine; they told the Giards to watch for any peculiar behavior, because head injuries can lie dormant. (Boston Globe)
Cartoonist Bill Leak hurt in fall Oct 19, 2008
He was undergoing tests, including a CAT scan, to check for spinal problems and other internal injuries. "He is undergoing preliminary tests to find out the exact extent of his injuries, but at the moment his condition is serious," the spokeswoman said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Palin, Boortz chat Oct 18, 2008
And for those of you who are giddy about Nationalized healthcare, just ask the Canadians or Europeans what it s like to wait a year for a cat scan or surgery to remove a brain tumor. I m still proud to be an American even with all the hatred being expounded on this blog. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
'Mess with the bull, you get the horn' Oct 18, 2008
"They did a CAT scan, where they could see an artery bleeding behind the chest bone. The doctor on call wouldn't touch me. A heart surgeon was called in to perform the surgery," he said. At 11:45 p.m., he went into surgery. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Convicted felon flees after arrest for child abuse Oct 17, 2008
A CAT Scan revealed Darrion had a serious head injury that required he be flown to St. Francis Hospital, in Wichita, Kan. At Share Medical Center, McDaniel again provided the account that he was the sole person providing care to Darrion and that the child had fallen from the door. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
BYU player stabbed while working as missionary Oct 16, 2008
"It was close enough to his kidney to do a CAT scan but none of the organs were torn or punctured.". Chris Collinsworth was released from the hospital Wednesday and told his parents he was ready to get back to missionary work, his mother, Alisa, said. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Conquering cancer: Firemen tackle the challenge with their moms Oct 15, 2008
The next day the doctor sent her to the breast care center in Tupelo for a CAT scan and a mammogram. The lumps were discovered as a result. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Gynaecologist sentenced for leaving spatula in patient Oct 15, 2008
Her doctors initially attributed the problems to an allergic reaction and gave her medication but a CAT scan subsequently found the missing surgical instrument. The patient had been awarded 50,000 euros ($A98,000) in damages in a prior civil trial. (The Age, Australia -- World)
Rams promote Stanley from practice squad Oct 13, 2008
The additional test was taken to try and rule out an aneurysm after a CAT scan that cleared him from a concussion revealed a brain abnormality. We don t know for sure right now what it is, Looker said. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Retiring president of Johns Hopkins to take over Salk Oct 13, 2008
He chose the field after seeing one of the first CAT scan machines. I said, 'This is going to be a revolution,' and I switched to radiology. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Looker, Atogwe, and Kennison Talk Wednesday Oct 11, 2008
(On if he did not pass a test) It was just something that showed up on the CAT scan that was a concern. I thought I was cleared and then the highest guy in the Neuro department said that he thought it was cause for concern, so they are keeping me out. (GridIronGateway.com)
Gorilla Killed By Its Father At Omaha Zoo Oct 11, 2008
The injured gorilla was taken to an animal research facility at the Nebraska Medical Center for a CAT scan, but the injuries were too severe and she died. Simmons said Samson has never shown signs of aggression. (7 KETV Omaha)
Man claims Harrison shot him Oct 10, 2008
Rams wide receiver Dane Looker will have additional tests designed to rule out an aneurysm after a CAT scan that cleared him from a concussion revealed a brain abnormality. Looker will also be examined today by a neurosurgical consultant. (Boston Globe)
A Democrat not on this blog Oct 10, 2008
He parses the argument, slices it up and down, runs a total CAT scan on the foundations and the logic, and then confronts me with the soft spots in my post. Never calls a name, never disparages a source, scours the internal consistency, and occasionally cites and rejects a foundation premise. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
CLASS B NOTES: Holsteins follow the plan, Hazen football, Beulah volleyball Oct 8, 2008
CAT scans revealed no damage, but a sore lower back kept Sorensen from practicing the whole week. However, Sorensen got clearance to play on Friday afternoon, and wound up being a key player that night in the Bison's 37-22 Class AA West Region victory. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
SDSU Football News Conference Quotes Oct 8, 2008
He had a cat scan that revealed no fracture, but he does have a shoulder sprain and Don Kessler, our athletic trainer, said it might be a lot better than he thought. So he won't throw today, but it will be a day-to-day observation. (Goaztecs.com)
Virtual colonoscopy a less invasive cancer screener Oct 8, 2008
Virtual colonoscopy creates a 3D computer image such as this one, which was produced from a CAT scan at St. Joseph s Hospital in Atlanta ... A patient waits in the ready position before a CAT Scan Colonography is done by a CT 64 slice scan machine at St. Joseph s Hospital. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Southerland Makes His Return Oct 8, 2008
He was one CAT scan away. The doctor walked in with this look on his face, Southerland said. (DawgPost.com)
Derek Hough blacks out after Dancing fall Oct 7, 2008
After a cat scan and many other tests, he received a clean bill of health and we were back at it today as scheduled. With a huge headache, and a little dizziness, the show goes on, Burke added. (MSNBC -- Politics)
School of hard knocks Oct 6, 2008
Concussions are caused by violent shaking or a blow to the head, and trigger a cascade of chemical changes in the brain that is rarely pinpointed by a standard MRI or CAT scan. Because of the lack of diagnostic tools, physicians, trainers and others have long disagreed about how long it takes for the brain to heal. (Boston Globe)
Unlocking the secrets of memory Oct 6, 2008
However, until scientists benefited from a succession of breakthroughs in brain mapping CAT scans and MRIs initially, and diffusion tensor imaging, positron emission tomography (PET) scans, and functional MRI more recently our understanding of exactly what memory is and how it works was more art than science, the product of guesswork and hunches. Even now, a definitive explanation of the process eludes us, although here's what researchers believe is happening: First, you experience... (MSNBC -- Health)
Purina pitches pet insurance for dogs, cats (4) Oct 6, 2008
The company said two plans will be available for dogs and cats, at a time when veterinary care can include costly CAT scans, MRIs or chemotherapy. The insurance will be offered through PurinaCare Insurance Services Inc., a San Antonio-based subsidiary of Nestle Purina PetCare, which has its North American headquarters in St. Louis. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Copper Queen Community Hospital wins teleradiology grant of $184,822 Oct 6, 2008
We already have teleradiology in place for CAT scans, but this system is all modalities, to include ultrasound and flat plates. With this new PAC system, we ll have the ability to digitally transport our radiographs and have them read immediately. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Taking time for empathy Oct 3, 2008
After examining her father, I stepped out of the room to join the other surgeons viewing his CAT scans. As we crowded around the pictures, the tumor emerged a dark circle in the middle of the man's liver. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Brevard killer's death sentence tossed Oct 3, 2008
A CAT scan performed after his arrest revealed brain damage to his frontal lobe, a psychiatrist testified. Contact Flemming at. (Florida Today)
Medical Intuitive in Vegas Event Sep 25, 2008
Ritberger says that when she diagnoses people she sees " . . .patterns of energy and colors that tell me if there are specific parts of the body that are malfunctioning." She compares her "sight" with that of an MRI or CAT scan. "It's as if I am an X-ray machine, viewing the person. I can identify where there are energy imbalances that are affecting the physical body.". (Suite101.com)
COURAGEOUSTEEN Sep 25, 2008
After some testing and CAT scans, doctors realized he had a tumor the size of his mother's hand on the back of his skull. "They told us to go home and pack," Jill said. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Biden Claims His Helicopter 'Forced Down' in Afghanistan... Sep 23, 2008
Andy; when was the last time you had a cat scan. Palin the real Mccoy, LOL.. (The Drudge Report)
Web site provides comfort, hope without intrusion Sep 22, 2008
When a CAT scan was performed the last week of June, we learned there was no hope for surgery or chemo because the cancer had spread to his liver. Jimmy wanted to go home with Hospice. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Science museum curator has a flair for animals Sep 21, 2008
As the live animal curator at the Museum of Science Boston, Bunny Watson's duties are as varied as making sure a bobcat gets a CAT scan to kennel training an opossum. Watson oversees the care and feeding of some 50 species, including an alligator, great horned owl, boa constrictor, and a poison dart frog. (Boston Globe)
Cool in the clutch: Griz come through in ‘do or die' situation (26) Sep 21, 2008
I had some X-rays and a CAT scan, and didn't have any fractures, so they just figured it was a bruise. You can play with a bruise. (Missoulian, MT)
Costly victory Sep 20, 2008
Weiss reportedly had a tingling sensation in his fingers before having a CAT scan performed. Any kid in the program is my concern, Roosevelt head coach Brent Deboer said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Dr. Jack Eck, Visionary Physician for the Vail Valley Medical Center, to Assume New Position as Executive Vice President Clinical Program Development and Community Outreach for Medical Center He Helped Build Sep 18, 2008
Dr. Jack Eck accepts new position at Vail Valley Medical Center. (PRNewsFoto/Vail Valley Medical Center) VAIL, CO UNITED STATES. (PR Newswire)
Virtual reality takes big step Sep 18, 2008
There are a number of medical applications such as CAT scans and brain imaging, he said. It's much easier for non-experts to understand a 3-D medical image than a 2-D image. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Using images to understand how the brain works Sep 17, 2008
How did the idea of using CAT scans and MRIs as a research tool come to you. Today in Health & Science. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Bisbee hospital a virtual medical facility Sep 16, 2008
We re able to ask patients how they re doing, along with seeing the vital signs and CAT scans. As we practice in this manner, we feel as though we re right there at the foot of the patient s bed. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Using Imaging to Look at Changes in the Brain Sep 16, 2008
Q. YOU PIONEERED THE USE OF IMAGING TECHNOLOGY FOR LEARNING ABOUT THE PHYSIOLOGY OF THE BRAIN. HOW DID THE IDEA OF USING CAT SCANS AND M.R.I. S AS A RESEARCH TOOL COME TO YOU. A. My first patient was a schizophrenic. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Tech skills bring way to cash in on a career Sep 14, 2008
Health-care employers need speech and physical therapists, laboratory technicians, pharmacy assistants and imaging technologists, such as those who use X-rays, CAT scans and ultrasounds. Some jobs require associate degrees, and some don't. (AZCentral -- News)
Up, up and unweigh Sep 12, 2008
Day 1: Basic orientation and medical tests, including a CAT scan and a possible ride in a centrifuge. Day 2: An introductory test flight aboard WhiteKnightTwo, whose two fuselages exactly mimic the interior of SpaceShipTwo. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Hospital chain's credit lowered Sep 10, 2008
"They also face significant competitive pressure, with a large volume decline in out patient services such as MRIs, CAT scans, and other diagnostics.". Many of those lucrative procedures are now being performed at stand-alone walk-in centers on the Cape. (Boston Globe)
Clerk battles cancer: Mizell says she has not time for pity party, will win the war Sep 10, 2008
After the mammograms, she underwent more ultrasounds, MRIs, bone and CAT scans. From this, the doctors learned Mizell s breast cancer had spread to her bones. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Man dies in hospital bed wait Sep 8, 2008
Now(this month) i have been told i have a Terminal Brain Tumour thanks to a cat scan done by a private doctor that wore the cost. He is putrid with the health system, almost cries when he talks about it. (Courier Mail)
Done with that X-ray machine? Auction it off on the Web Sep 4, 2008
But eventually, stationary pieces of large equipment such as MRI and CAT scan machines, as well as furniture and computers, will be offered. Aurora officials are anticipating the recycling program, which started in fall 2007, will have a return of $1. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Computed Tomograpahy - CT Scan Aug 31, 2008
Also known as CAT, Computer Axial Tomography. Brief history of the computed tomography (CT) or computed axial tomography (CAT) scan, a giant leap from the conventional X-ray that preceded it. (Suite101.com)
Urban medical schools feel weight of uninsured Aug 29, 2008
"Smitherman said Wayne State's Medical School faculty is working hard to keep up with the waves of uninsured who often go through hospital emergency rooms for treatment. That route is the most expensive for hospitals, but allows people who can't afford to pay upfront to get treatment, he said.Payments through the federal Medicaid program help recover some of the costs of primary care for the poor and uninsured, Smitherman said, "but there is no mechanism at the federal, state, county or city... (MSNBC -- Health)
How to Choose the Right Pet Health Insurance Plan Aug 29, 2008
For example, expensive medical treatments like cat scans, MRIs and chemotherapy -- services once only available for people -- are now being used to help save the lives of pets. Pet owners' beloved four-legged friends can sometimes face unexpected medical emergencies or illnesses, resulting in the difficult decision whether or not to spend thousands of dollars to save the life of their pet. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Tigers option Lambert to recall Larish Aug 28, 2008
Guillen underwent an MRI exam and CAT scan on his lower back on Wednesday morning, and he was diagnosed with inflammation. Team medical staff will try to quiet the inflammation, and then get him on a path back to playing again. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Officer taken to hospital following accident Aug 26, 2008
Priestly will undergo a CAT scan to determine the extent of his injuries. Doyle said the accident is under investigation and could not say if charges would be filed against the driver of the truck. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
A total stranger’s totally selfless act Aug 24, 2008
I did an EKG test, CAT scan, MRI, blood work, she says. In addition, Gotay had to talk to a psychiatrist and a social worker. (New Haven Register, CT)
US beats China in physical 9-1 game Aug 21, 2008
Matt LaPorta was taken to the hospital for a precautionary CAT scan Monday night with dizziness only three days after Jayson Nix fouled a ball off his left eye and needed microsurgery. LaPorta has a mild concussion and will be monitored daily, according to the USOC.. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Oscoda woman undergoes new CyberKnife treatment for tumor Aug 20, 2008
A tingling in her upper lip began in October 2004, prompting a sinus CAT scan and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain that did not show any abnormalities, according to physicians. She remembers experiencing mild headaches five days out of seven, that were treated by medication, and wondering if her constant looking at medical monitors at work contributed to the migraine manifestations. (Oscoda Press, MI)
Faith healing: Most believe God intervenes to save dying Aug 19, 2008
You have to respect that and try to show them X-rays, CAT scans and other medical evidence indicating death is imminent, he said. Relatives need to know that it s not that you don t want a miracle to happen, it s just that is not going to happen today with this patient, he said. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
U.S.-China baseball game turns ugly Aug 19, 2008
Johnson said LaPorta told him he was OK, but the manager had LaPorta taken to a nearby hospital for a CAT scan. Chen was ejected. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
U.S. not counting out Nix's return Aug 19, 2008
" Johnson, speaking after a game in which six batters were hit by pitches -- including Matt LaPorta, who was hospitalized and given a CAT scan in case of concussion -- has been pleasantly surprised by Nix's progress. "I'm not gonna rush him out there," Johnson said. "But if he keeps progressing the way he has been, I might use him. I understand his vision is good. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Editor's mailbag (Aug. 16) Aug 16, 2008
They need the x-rays and cat scan. Next problem: Getting them there. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
