Ben White
DECEMBER 17, 2024
It is because doctors are understood to place patients interests above commercial ones that they have long enjoyed professional autonomy and public trust. The history of medicine is too littered with incompetence and immorality to believe that doctors have always been worthy of this status. Still, something profound is lost when we submit to the jaundiced view that medicine is a business like any other.
AuntMinnie
DECEMBER 16, 2024
F-18 fluorothymidine (FLT) PET can identify early acute gastrointestinal graft versus host disease (GVHD) after patients undergo bone marrow transplants, according to a study published December 13 in Radiology: Imaging Cancer. The finding is from a clinical trial in patients with blood cancers and suggests the method can locate specific areas of the disease that are difficult to biopsy, noted lead authors Jennifer Holter-Chakrabarty, MD, and Lacey McNally, PhD, of the University of Oklahoma Heal
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Health Imaging
DECEMBER 17, 2024
The healthcare giant announced an update related to how it delivers some of its widely used imaging products.
Radiology Business
DECEMBER 18, 2024
We are deeply disappointed that Congress failed to fully remedy the looming 2025 Medicare payment cut to physician practices," the MGMA said Tuesday.
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Amidst rising cancer prevalence and soaring costs, new cancer technologies and innovations are emerging to support the early detection, treatment, and surveillance of cancer. Read this guide to understand how to evaluate these solutions for your employees and members – and to learn more about the current state of coverage, clinical and cost effectiveness, and impact on quality and outcomes.
ScienceDaily
DECEMBER 19, 2024
There are several strategies for the early detection of prostate cancer. The first step is often a blood test for prostate-specific antigen (PSA). If PSA levels exceed a certain threshold, the next step typically involves taking a tissue sample for analysis. Another option is to use magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to search for signs of a tumor before deciding whether a biopsy is necessary, reserving biopsies only for cases where abnormalities are detected.
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AuntMinnie
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Ingesting cannabidiol (CBD) before diagnostic scans can reduce anxiety in women with advanced breast cancer, according to research published December 16 in JAMA Network Open. A team led by Ilana Braun, MD, from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA, found that anxiety levels significantly decreased two to four hours after ingesting CBD in patients and that orally ingested CBD is safe.
Health Imaging
DECEMBER 19, 2024
The new data mark a positive change amid years of healthcare staffing woes amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Radiology Business
DECEMBER 18, 2024
More than 100 plaintiffs have now sued the Marlborough, Massachusetts-based mammography-maker, claiming they suffered injuries and emotional distress stemming from implantation of the BioZorb radiographic marker.
ScienceDaily
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Infertility affects an estimated 186 million people worldwide, with fallopian tube obstruction contributing to 11%-67% of female infertility cases. Researchers have developed an innovative solution using a magnetically driven robotic microscrew to treat fallopian tube blockages. The microrobot is made from nonmagnetic photosensitive resin, coated with a thin iron layer to give it magnetic properties.
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Patient-centric scheduling can only be achieved through optimized radiology workflows, effective communications between staff and physicians, and, of course, through specialized schedulers. In this guide, we’ll take you through a step-by-step process to transform your radiology center into a high-performance hub of medical imaging.
Imaging Technology
DECEMBER 19, 2024
tim.hodson Thu, 12/19/2024 - 11:54 Computed tomography (CT) has long been a cornerstone of modern imaging, providing detailed 3D insights into the human body and other materials. However, conventional CT requires hundreds of X-ray projections from multiple angles, exposing patients to significant radiation doses and relying on large, immobile systems.
AuntMinnie
DECEMBER 17, 2024
African American men with metastatic castrate-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) appear to respond more favorably than white men to treatment with radium-223 (Ra-223) dichloride, according to a study presented at RSNA. Researchers at the University of Mississippi noted the findings are paradoxical and call for further studies, given that African American men face more significant barriers to care.
Health Imaging
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Use of the new tracer could improve outcomes by enabling providers to adjust treatment regimens much earlier than they have been able to previously.
Diagnostic Imaging
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Ten-minute and five-minute knee MRI exams with compressed sequences facilitated by deep learning offered nearly equivalent sensitivity and specificity as an 18-minute conventional MRI knee exam, according to research presented recently at the RSNA conference.
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About 40% of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime, and patients are getting younger. At the same time, the cost of treatment continues to rise, with employers spending 8.5% more on cancer care for each employee than they did last year. The best thing employers can do for their employees and business tomorrow is to invest in cancer detection and care today.
Intelerad
DECEMBER 16, 2024
A PACS is one of the most critical assets within a healthcare organization, housing sensitive patient records, diagnostic images, and other Protected Health Information (PHI). With the increasing prevalence of cyber threats and stringent regulations around data privacy, securing this information is more important than ever. While high-quality PACS are equipped with built-in security features that prevent unauthorized access and data breaches, there are additional steps organizations can take to
Radiology Business
DECEMBER 17, 2024
When it comes to managing and storing clinical videos and images captured with visible-light scope devices, the best option is still the box. Connected, integrated, vendor-agnostic, efficient. The box that stands apart as the top choice among imaging leaders is the PACSgear MDR Video Touch 4K capture device from Hyland Software. Here are five reasons why the MDRwhich merges hardware and softwareoutperforms software-only options in the GI lab and others.
AuntMinnie
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall of Hologics BioZorb 3D bioabsorbable radiographic markers, with 252 injuries reported to date. The recall follows a warning by the FDA to consumers, healthcare providers, and healthcare facilities not to use the markers as well as a voluntary recall by Hologic, both issued in October. This recall involves removing the devices from where they are used or sold, as the devices may cause serious injury or death with continued use, the F
Health Imaging
DECEMBER 18, 2024
With this signal about the publics preference for notification, the question for health systems and policymakers is not whether to notify patients but when and how.
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Discover how Color's comprehensive care solution is revolutionizing cancer screening adherence and knowledge. Through an in-depth case study, Color's unique approach to comprehensive cancer care has shown significant benefits in increasing screening rates and enhancing patient knowledge. Participants reported a 2-3x increase in adherence to screening guidelines over just 8 weeks, with 84% of participants increasing their familiarity with timing and frequency of cancer screening.
Diagnostic Imaging
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Does our pattern recognition expertise in imaging extend to our impressions of tells in the work of our colleagues?
REBEL EM
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Bottom Line Up Top: There doesnt appear to be a morbidity or mortality benefit to treating fever in sepsis and fever may have a protective effect. Only treat fever if it causes the patient distress. Clinical Scenario: A 45-year-old woman presents with cough and shortness of breath. Vitals are BP 114/42, HR 138, T 102.1, Sat 93% on RA. The patient is alert and oriented and has no other complaints.
Imaging Technology
DECEMBER 19, 2024
tim.hodson Thu, 12/19/2024 - 11:49 Dec. 12, 2024 Lunit, a provider of AI-powered solutions for cancer diagnostics and therapeutics, recently announced the publication of a new study in npj Precision Oncology detailing the development of its Universal Immunohistochemistry (uIHC) AI model. The study demonstrates how the model excels at analyzing diverse cancer types and IHC stains, including datasets it had never encountered before, due to a novel training approach.
Atlantis Worldwide
DECEMBER 18, 2024
An X-ray collimator is an essential component of medical imaging equipment that directs and shapes X-ray beams to ensure precise targeting during radiographic procedures.
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Explore the latest insights from the American Cancer Society's “Cancer Statistics 2024” report, which unveils multiple alarming trends in cancer data. Cancer is on the rise among young adults, and diagnoses for 6 of the 10 most common cancers are escalating. With over 2 million new cancer cases projected in the U.S. this year, employers face increased challenges when it comes to supporting employees.
AuntMinnie
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Navigating early career options presents more choices for radiology trainees than in the past. A special session at RSNA 2024 helped them prepare for decisions ahead. Private equity ownership has been much talked about over the past few years for its role in changing the private practice landscape. However, private equity ownership accounts for only about 10% of the radiology market year over year, explained Eric Rubin, MD, who led the panel discussion.
Radiology Business
DECEMBER 17, 2024
The cardiac radiologist and associate professor at the University of Toronto offered insights into key themes from the conference.
Diagnostic Imaging
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Catch up on the most well-viewed magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) content from 2024.
Imaging Technology
DECEMBER 16, 2024
tim.hodson Mon, 12/16/2024 - 10:05 Dec. 16, 2024 FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation has announced that its ASPIRE Cristalle Acquisition Workflow System (AWS), the workstation that is used in conjunction with the companys 3D mammography system, has been granted a Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) on U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) networks.
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As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?
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