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Y-90 TARE improves survival in patients with large liver tumors

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Despite efforts to improve surveillance for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), more than half of patients are diagnosed at an advanced stage with large tumors that are difficult to remove surgically without permanently damaging the liver, the authors explained. The mean tumor size of patients who underwent TAE (n = 44) was 10.4

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The rise of theranostics: Part 1 -- Gaining momentum

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Photo courtesy of UT Health San Antonio Department of Radiology) "Until about 2013, only a few radiopharmaceutical agents were used to help treat cancer patients," Vroman explained in an interview with AuntMinnie.com. Since 2013 we've had several more radiopharmaceutical therapies get FDA approval.

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CT reveals autoimmune features linked to indeterminate pneumonia

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The study included 210 patients with UIP confirmed by lung biopsy between January 2013 and February 2020. The team diagnosed patients with IPAF according to current guidelines; assessed CT patterns that could indicate CTD (anterior upper lobe, straightedge, and exuberant honeycombing signs); and evaluated patients' overall survival.

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Philips Strengthens its Leadership in Digital Pathology as its Philips IntelliSite Pathology Solution Receives 510(k) Clearance

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mtaschetta-millane Fri, 07/12/2024 - 11:00 July 12, 2024 — Diagnosing cancer and providing the personalized therapy it often requires, is a collaborative effort more than in any other area of medicine. This seamless integration helps pathologists deliver accurate diagnoses, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

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Deep-Learning Chest Radiograph Model Predicts Mortality for Community-Acquired Pneumonia

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“The deep learning (DL) model may guide clinical decision-making in the management of patients with CAP by identifying high-risk patients who warrant hospitalization and intensive treatment,” concluded first author Eui Jin Hwang, MD, PhD, from the department of radiology at Seoul National University College of Medicine in Korea. Hwang et al.

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Radiation Oncology Physician Groups Unite to Ensure Patient Access to Cancer Care

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Medicare payments for radiation therapy services have been cut by 23% since 2013, threatening patient access to cancer care in communities across the country, with further cuts likely in coming years. ACR Board of Chancellors Chair Jacqueline A.

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Serial PoCUS for ED Patients with Acute Dyspnea: Is More Actually Better?

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Thus, PoCUS is an important facilitator that can narrow differential diagnoses and guide treatment plans with better predictive value than traditional clinical practice [6]. In many emergency departments (ED), US machines are readily available and can be used to rapidly assess and monitor patients with acute dyspnea at the bedside.