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Prebiopsy prostate MRI use increased substantially across US hospitals between 2017 and 2026, reflecting broader uptake of guideline-supported imaging, although a substantial proportion of patients still undergo biopsy without MRI evaluation.

The American Thoracic Society updated guidance for childhood interstitial lung disease in infants, emphasizing genetic testing, chest imaging, biopsy indications, and transplant referral. Recommendations formalize evaluation priorities for rare pediatric lung disorders.

New data suggests that the Galleri blood test’s sensitivity for early-stage cancers may be lower than initially reported, potentially limiting its utility as a screening tool.

Recent research suggests that transperineal prostate biopsies can be safely performed without antibiotics, potentially offering an alternative to traditional transrectal biopsies for cancer detection and monitoring.