Diagnostic
imaging is its own world and it changes on a daily basis. Hybrid modalities
are invented and new ways to make procedures safer are brought forward. New
manners of existing modalities are released to the market and there are many
attempts at going ahead and making procedures universally affordable no matter
the region. So what do you know about diagnostic imaging? Here are a few things
that can be told:
- MRI stands for magnetic resonance imaging
- CT stands for computed tomography
- X-Ray is the gold standard and was invented over 100 years ago
- All of the machines are fairly large
Diagnostic imaging modalities all have size and many buttons
in common. When you step in to get a CT scan or you step in
to get an MRI
there’s something of a feeling of intimidation. Knowing that there is also some
risk given the radiation that’s used, you feel a little of the nerves. So with
the latest invention in diagnostic imaging there’s a great deal of surprise.
The latest invention in scanning is a small molecule scanner the world’s
smallest.
This particular invention is fresh and has yet to clear the
massive hurdles that it must clear before being released to the market. Chances
are that before this molecule scanner comes out it will be a few good years but
this is amazing either way. According to the article on the invention it was
stated that “Our
invention allows lines to be 'written' and 'erased' much in the manner that an
Etch A Sketch® toy operates. The only difference is that the smallest feature
is a trillion times smaller than the children's toy, able to create conductive
lines as narrow as two nanometers.” The invention will be small but the
implications are gigantic.
This miniscule fix it all has what a lot of modalities lack, the ability
to go molecule by molecule. The idea that the body can be read in flawless
detail is huge. This could mean a different approach to cancer, heart
conditions, maybe even AIDS. Perhaps
this is all too much, given this invention just came about, but it’s not bad to
hope.
If you have any questions about diagnostic imaging procedures please
feel free to give us a call. We here at Clermont Radiology look forward to
answering any questions you may have.
Charla
Hurst
References: http://www.healthimaginghub.com/news/digital-radiography/4409-worlds-smallest-molecule-scanner-invented.html
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