Archive for February 2024
Fetal MRI: Insights from a specialist
When an unborn baby has an abnormality, decisions about the delivery and neonatal care can often be planned in advance – with help from an MRI. Image acquisition can be tricky, however, and quality reporting is an acquired skill. Dr Lauren Raubenheimer is an expert in the field and has recently joined SCP Radiology as…
Read MoreTricky terms explained: Bone Densitometry
Have you ever been referred for a scan or medical imaging procedure not knowing what the words on the referral note mean, or what to expect from the scan? We are here to help and to explain some of the tricky terms of radiology. First up, bone densitometry or dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA). What does…
Read MoreRadiology’s pivotal role in the detection of lifestyle diseases
Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) indicates a notable increase in Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, diabetes and cancers. These diseases are major contributors to global morbidity and mortality. In fact, three years ago, the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) and the Medical Council described the increase in NCDs as…
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