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Welcome to our scientific articles section, where we present the latest research and advancements in the field of medical imaging. This section is dedicated to providing healthcare professionals, researchers, and students with access to cutting-edge studies, innovative techniques, and comprehensive reviews. Our curated selection of scientific articles covers a wide range of topics, from diagnostic imaging and radiology to imaging technology and clinical applications. Join us in exploring the forefront of medical imaging science, staying informed about the latest discoveries, and advancing your knowledge in this dynamic field.

August 18, 2026

Sustainability in pre-registration radiography curricula

This article examines the importance of embedding sustainability into pre-registration radiography and radiation therapy curricula. As healthcare services expand to meet the needs of growing and ageing populations, their environmental impact has increased significantly. Healthcare is a major contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions and generates substantial waste through energy-intensive technologies and single-use materials. Radiology […]

Andrew England, Theresa O'Donovan, Moreno Zanardo, Mark McEntee

University College Cork, Ireland; Link Campus University, Rome, Italy; University of Southern Denmark

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August 19, 2026

Making radiotherapy greener: why taking a greener path matters

This article examines the environmental impact of radiotherapy and argues that sustainability must become an integral part of cancer care. The authors highlight that while radiotherapy is an effective, precise and cost-efficient treatment, it also contributes to healthcare-related carbon emissions at a time when the NHS is committed to achieving net zero targets. The article […]

Michael Wake, Dr Rob Chuter

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester

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August 18, 2026

Hepatobiliary scintigraphy in clinical practice: a protocol-driven approach at King’s College Hospital, London

Hepatobiliary scintigraphy, widely known as the HIDA scan, remains an indispensable functional imaging tool for the assessment of hepatocyte function, biliary patency and gallbladder contractility. Despite the maturity of the technique, day-to-day delivery is anything but uniform: the same radiopharmaceutical is asked to answer very different clinical questions, from suspected acute cholecystitis and biliary dyskinesia […]

Marisa Botelho Cruz, Rosalind Pliszka, A Michael Peters

King’s College Hospital, London

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August 18, 2026

Small bowel imaging in inflammatory bowel disease

In the UK, ongoing delays in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) diagnosis, driven in part by reliance on endoscopy, highlight the need for more efficient pathways. Improved understanding of a treat-to-target approach to the management of IBD aimed at transmural healing further challenges traditional investigative approaches. Advances in intestinal ultrasound (IUS) and magnetic resonance enterography (MRE) […]

Sharad Sinha, Christian Greer, Gauraang Bhatnagar

Dr Sharad Sinha, Dr Christian Greer and Dr Gauraang Bhatnagar

Frimley Park Hospital, Camberley

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July 20, 2026

MRI in bladder cancer staging: from principles to practice

Bladder cancer is a common and heterogeneous malignancy in which accurate local staging is critical, as management differs fundamentally between non-muscle-invasive and muscle-invasive disease. While cystoscopy and transurethral resection of bladder tumour (TURBT) remain central to both diagnosis and treatment, they have recognised limitations in assessing depth of invasion, with muscle involvement underestimated in a […]

Dr Tristan Barrett

Addenbrooke’s Hospital, University of Cambridge

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July 20, 2026

Breast screening in the UK: innovation, trust and the future of early detection

Breast screening remains one of the most effective population-level tools for detecting breast cancer early, when treatment is simpler and outcomes are significantly improved. In the UK, the NHS Breast Screening Programme plays a vital role in reducing mortality, yet its success depends heavily on public engagement at a time when services face rising demand, […]

Miss Cheryl Lobo

St John and St Elizabeth Hospital, London

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July 20, 2026

Beyond plumbing: the multidisciplinary ultrasound assessment of shock and hypotension in the emergency department

The management of shock is a time-critical challenge in emergency medicine and critical care. Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) has revolutionised this paradigm, offering rapid, non-invasive bedside assessments. Recognising its diagnostic power, the Royal College of Emergency Medicine formally mandates ‘ultrasound-assisted shock assessment’ as a core competency. However, shock is a profound systemic derangement requiring more than […]

Dr Nick Mani, Dr Gokul Sagar Bailur

POCUS UK

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July 24, 2026

We are working on it: building a sustainable governance model for point‑of‑care ultrasound

Point of care ultrasound (POCUS) is now used widely across acute, community and primary care settings, supporting earlier clinical decision making and improving patient flow. As its use expands, imaging networks and clinical services increasingly recognise the need for a more consistent, governance led approach that aligns POCUS with wider diagnostic priorities. This is not […]