CT Scans for Diagnosing Pancreatic Cancer
The pancreas is an organ located in the abdominal area, behind the stomach. It helps with digestion by producing enzymes and generating insulin hormones to help manage blood sugar and absorb nutrients from food. However, the tissues of the pancreas are susceptible to cancer. A patient may not show symptoms initially but once materialized, your…
Image-Guided Epidural Injections for Back Pain
Doctors started recommending epidural steroid injections (ESIs) for lower back and leg pain management in the 1950s. Injecting a corticosteroid into the lumbar region along the spine helps relieve discomfort and improve flexibility. As technology evolved, doctors turned to imaging-guided procedures using computed tomography (CT) or X-ray technology. Considered a minimally invasive procedure, image-guided epidural…
Using MRI Technology to Diagnose an ACL Injury
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most commonly injured areas in the body. An estimated 200,000 ruptures occur each year, namely among professional athletes. Yet this condition can also affect amateur athletes and weekend warriors. Early signs like decreased range of motion may be dismissed as arthritis. For diagnostic purposes, your doctor…
How Imaging Is Used to Diagnose Mesothelioma
Malignant mesothelioma is a type of cancer related to asbestos exposure. While it forms in the tissues surrounding your body’s internal organs, location influences the symptoms and subsequent diagnostic procedures, which include imaging and imaging-guided biopsy. Understanding Mesothelioma Classification is based on where the cancer starts to grow. Pleural mesothelioma affects the lungs, peritoneal impacts…
How Is Medical Imaging Used to Diagnose Broken Bones?
The average person breaks an estimated two bones in their lifetime. While broken bones are common injuries experienced across all ages, older individuals are at higher risk. Bones become more fragile and porous with age, so less force is needed to break their structure. Medical imaging is used to help diagnose these injuries, so doctors…
Medical Imaging for Stroke Diagnosis
When a blood vessel becomes blocked, blood flow cannot reach the brain and a stroke may occur. This medical emergency can have debilitating consequences affecting quality of life. As a result, early diagnosis and detection are key for determining a treatment plan and lessening the chances of permanent disability. During the diagnostic process, medical imaging…
Midstate Radiology Associates, LLC Earns ACR Prostate Cancer MRI Center Designation
We are proud to announce that Wallingford Imaging has been designated a Prostate Cancer MRI Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology® (ACR®). The ACR Prostate Cancer MRI Center designation is a voluntary program that recognizes facilities that commit to practice safe, effective diagnostic care for individuals at the highest risk for prostate…
Midstate Radiology Associates, LLC Participates In Nuance Webinar
Midstate Radiology Associates, LLC was invited to participate in a webinar hosted by Nuance Communications, Inc. On July 19th, 2023, Katie Bilodeau, MBA, RT (R) (CT), Director, Clinical Integrations at Midstate Radiology Associates, LLC was a guest for the “Coffee and Conversation” webinar series from Nuance Communications, Inc. She discussed how the PowerScribe Follow‑up Manager…
When Is a Breast Biopsy Needed?
A breast biopsy is often recommended when a breast exam identifies a lump, growth or other abnormality. Results can indicate the development of breast cancer or if a benign growth is present. What Is a Breast Biopsy? During a breast biopsy, a sample of tissue is removed for analysis. Imaging often guides the procedure to…
What You Should Know Before a Bone Density Test
Bone density decreases with age, increasing risk of a fracture or break. Your doctor may recommend a bone density test to confirm if you have osteoporosis. This disease causes the bones to thin, weaken and become brittle. X-ray technology determines the percentage of calcium and other minerals in your bones, often focusing on the hip,…
