Based on the available medical literature, the CBR, through its Department of Thoracic Radiology recommends: Computed tomography should NOT be used as a screening or for the initial imaging diagnosis of COVID-19; Its use should be reserved for symptomatic hospitalized patients in specific clinical situations. CT findings do not influence outcomes; When … Continue lendo
1. Minimize the chance of exposures: When scheduling tests and appointments for routine medical care (preventive, elective) instruct patients to discuss the possibility of rescheduling, especially if they have symptoms of a respiratory infection (such as cough, pain sore throat, fever). If the patient needs to undergo tests, establish a triage and ask that … Continue lendo
The Brazilian College of Radiology and Image Diagnosis (CBR) started press relations work with the main communication vehicles in the country to disseminate relevant information about health and emphasize the importance of the radiologist in the detection, diagnosis and prevention of diseases. See CBR highlights in the media: 11/09/2019 – … Continue lendo
With the slogan “Radiology is stronger with your presence”, the campaign, launched on January 2, draws attention to the appreciation of the specialty, showing that the union of radiologists strengthens the category. And the CBR, as an entity that represents the specialty, has developed a series of actions and activities in … Continue lendo
In addition to having the sixth largest delegation at RSNA 2019, Brazil was also featured in the scientific part, in the presentation of papers, at the largest international event in Radiology, held from November 30 to December 6. CBR recognizes the effort and congratulates everyone for the achievement, which demonstrates the strength of Brazilian Radiology … Continue lendo
Represented by its President, Dr. Alair Sarmet Santos, CBR participated in the Ceremony of 110 years of the Radiology Service of Santa Casa de Misericórdia do Rio de Janeiro, which is headed by Dr. Hilton Augusto Koch, former president of CBR. On the occasion, Dr. Hilton Koch, who is the third head of service across … Continue lendo
Imaging leaders around the world have an extremely positive view of the next ten years, according to a recently published BIR World Partner Network report, but highlight the key challenges that will need to be overcome to seize the opportunities that are emerging. The report titled “The Global Future of Imaging” features interviews … Continue lendo
Highlight in 2019, the “CBR Visiting Professor” Program, launched last year during the celebrations of the entity’s 70th anniversary, is one of the most important educational initiatives of CBR and aims to promote the exchange of knowledge and experiences from the visit of a teacher for educational activities in … Continue lendo
Last Wednesday (11), CBR participated in the Bem-Estar section of the program “Encontro com Fátima Bernardes”, on TV Globo, in the category of consultant for the broadcaster’s production on a dermatology agenda, which addressed the topic of tattoos . The CBR clarification was about: “Can anyone with a tattoo undergo an MRI?” Spokesperson for… Continue lendo
Last Sunday, the 24th, the newspaper O Estado de S. Paulo published in its print and web versions an article about a cancer study that revives the debate on periodic mammograms. The study was conducted by the Latin American Group of Cooperative Oncology (LACOG), a non-governmental organization that brings together 147 researchers from … Continue lendo
