AuntMinnie

APRIL 23, 2024

Radiology departments can take proactive steps to promote environmental sustainability, according to an article published April 23 in Radiology. Carbon dioxide emissions vary by imaging modality and are higher for MRI and CT compared with ultrasound and x-rays. The full article can be found here.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 29, 2024

In an effort to evaluate the appropriateness and outcomes of ultrasound, CT, and MR exams ordered for adult ED patients at a tertiary care urban academic center, the researchers retrospectively reviewed consecutive orders from January to March 2019. of ultrasounds, 29.1% of ultrasound orders, 61.4% of ultrasound orders, 61.4%

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 22, 2024

In addition, they computed the out-of-network rate by imaging modality, with claims categorized as CT, MR, nuclear medicine (NM), ultrasound, radiography or fluoroscopy (XR), and interventional procedures. Of these, five million (6.3%) were out-of-network claims, with the majority for XR (56.8%), followed by ultrasound (15.4%) and CT (14.9%).

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REBEL EM

APRIL 17, 2023

Background: The increased utility and accessibility of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) has allowed clinicians the freedom to rethink their diagnostic approach for many common diseases, including peritonsillar abscess (PTA). Article: Kim DJ et al. Ultrasound has become an extended part of our physical exam. Acad Emerg Med.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Conversely, the most frequently performed study was duplex ultrasound, which was carried out in 50% of all patients. The full article is available here. Among these, 57,674 qualified for inclusion in the study. According to the analysis, only 1,429 (2.5%) of these patients underwent LSG during the study period.

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Ben White

APRIL 3, 2025

If you log into a list and it’s full of plain films, thyroid ultrasounds, and chest CTs, you are logging into an environment where this hasn’t been figured out yet. We touched on this previously in quality, speed, and productivity” –and I didn’t have a magic bullet in that discussion either.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 24, 2024

For example, an article published September 23, 2023, in Nature suggested building in a separate maintenance cost and also comparing a price-per-scan model. This is in addition to their efforts to study AI-based decision support on sonographic breast lesion assessment and AI for triaging breast ultrasound exams.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 2, 2024

In addition, the researchers assessed GPT-4's diagnostic and treatment recommendations and found GPT-4 was significantly less likely to recommend advanced imaging (CT, MRI, or abdominal ultrasound) for Black patients compared with white patients (9% less frequently recommended across all cases). The full article can be found here.

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Imaging Technology

JULY 2, 2024

mtaschetta-millane Tue, 07/02/2024 - 09:50 July 2, 2024 — Delphinus Medical Technologies , a pioneering medical imaging company that developed the SoftVue Breast Ultrasound Tomography (UST), announced today the publication of a study comparing mammography in conjunction with SoftVue UST vs mammography alone in women with dense breasts.

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

A large independent cardiology practice in Salem, Oregon, has filed a $15 million antitrust and defamation lawsuit against local health system Salem Health, according to a September 16 article in the Salem Reporter. The Oregon Heart Center offers a range of cardiac care, including ultrasound, nuclear medicine and x-ray imaging.

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

New articles will be published each Monday until our official anniversary at RSNA 2024. Our top article in 2014 reported on the financial benefits of health information exchanges. The researchers used regression analysis to assess the impact of HIE on the rate of repeat chest x-ray, CT, and ultrasound imaging. of x-ray cases).

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MedImaging Ultrasound

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Ultrasound technology, once primarily used for imaging, is rapidly evolving into a targeted therapy that could significantly affect brain health, as highlighted in a recent article.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 12, 2024

Royal Philips is lauding a joint expert opinion statement that highlights the advantages of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) use in peripheral arterial and deep venous interventions. The full opinion article can be found here. The opinion was authored by a group of multidisciplinary cardiovascular specialists from medical societies.

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AuntMinnie

AUGUST 12, 2024

New articles will be published each Monday until our official anniversary at RSNA 2024. In 2008, our top article shared the story of a $7 million settlement for allegations of fraudulent Medicare billing. A Florida radiologist has paid the U.S. government $7 million to settle allegations of healthcare fraud.

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Imorgon Medical

MAY 31, 2023

” In this article, I discuss the importance of both measurement transfer and electronic ultrasound worksheets in ultrasound reporting software to achieve these efficiency gains. Ultrasound worksheet templates serve as checklists for sonographers, enhancing the quality and consistency of observations during exams.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 25, 2024

He has published more than 1,000 articles, is the author or co-author of 10 textbooks, and member of editorial boards for more than 35 journals. In 2018 he received an endowed professorship from the university.

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Imorgon Medical

MAY 31, 2023

” In this article, I discuss the importance of both measurement transfer and electronic ultrasound worksheets in ultrasound reporting software to achieve these efficiency gains. Ultrasound worksheet templates serve as checklists for sonographers, enhancing the quality and consistency of observations during exams.

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REBEL EM

JANUARY 25, 2024

Background: Point-of-care ultrasound (PoCUS) is a valuable clinical tool in the assessment of acute dyspnea. Article: Arvig MD, Lassen AT, Gæde PH, et al. Impact of serial cardiopulmonary point-of-care ultrasound exams in patients with acute dyspnoea: a randomized, controlled trial. Emerg Med J. 2023;40(10):700-707.

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Imorgon Medical

OCTOBER 17, 2023

This article examines several features available in new ultrasound reporting software to significantly improve reporting efficiency. Surprisingly, a minority of Radiology departments have implemented simple automation efforts i.e.: ultrasound DICOM SR data transfer into Powerscribe or other Radiology Reporting software [ link ].

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 23, 2024

They outlined their action plan in a Radiology in Focus article, published today in Radiology , a journal of the Radiological Society of North America ( RSNA ). Carbon dioxide equivalent, or CO2e emissions, vary by imaging modality and are higher for MRI and CT compared to ultrasound and X-rays.

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Cassling's MRI

DECEMBER 14, 2023

It’s why we remain honored to help you celebrate your teams with free resources for National Rad Tech Week and Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month, and it’s why we strive every day to find solutions that will make your lives easier as imaging professionals. We’ll continue to bring you these insights and many more in 2024.

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Coming up fourth was our coverage of a study that described how ultrasound indicates that vaping -- lauded by some as a healthier alternative to smoking -- affects young people's lungs , lowering their exercise capacity.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 7, 2024

New articles will be published each Monday until our official anniversary at RSNA 2024. Our top article from 2003 shared results from our SalaryScan survey, one of AuntMinnie's most popular editorial features. Their average base salary was $341,358, up 11.3% compared to U.S.

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Imorgon Medical

OCTOBER 17, 2023

This blog explores how modern ultrasound reporting software significantly impacts reporting efficiency and, ultimately, enhances patient care. Three features illustrate the potential of modern ultrasound reporting software and structured reporting to significantly improve reporting speed and accuracy.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 19, 2024

The full article is available here. The study highlights “the importance of how a one-week radiology boot camp can impact both future radiology and non-radiology clerkship experiences,” the group concluded.

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JVIR

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The excellent article by Oguslu et al (1) on the role of the ultrasound (US)-guided popliteal sciatic nerve block (PSNB) for pain control during endovascular treatment of critical limb ischemia was read with great interest.

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European Radiology Experimental

APRIL 22, 2020

The authors examined how different input parameters of the ultrasound devices influence the final results of quantitative perfusion analysis using microbubble-based contrast agents.

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REBEL EM

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Background: The use of ultrasound is well established for trauma patients in the emergency department, with almost every patient receiving a FAST (Focused Assessment with Sonography in Trauma) examination as part of the “ABC’s” of trauma. Not so FAST- Chest ultrasound underdiagnoses traumatic pneumothorax. PMID: 34932040.

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Aidoc

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

This article explores breast density, its implications for cancer screening, the FDA’s new rule and how Aidoc’s partnership with ScreenPoint supports clinicians in meeting these standards through the Transpara Breast Density solution. However, many women remain unaware of an important aspect of breast health: breast density.

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JVIR

AUGUST 9, 2023

The authors of this letter read with interest the article authored by Oguslu et al (1) and would like to highlight a few concerns regarding the techniques and methodology.

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J Gershon Breast Imaging

MAY 6, 2022

Jan was instrumental in the passage of a 2019 CT bill mandating insurance coverage for screening breast ultrasounds in women who have dense breast tissue. Please take the time to read the article in today’s Hartford Courant… Hartford Courant Article

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REBEL EM

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Background: Point of care ultrasound (POCUS) has a demonstrated sensitivity of 89.8% Article: Hilsden R, Mitrou N, Hawel J, Leeper R, Thompson D, Myslik F. Point of care biliary ultrasound in the emergency department (BUSED) predicts final surgical management decisions. and specificity of 88.0% Trauma Surg Acute Care Open.

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AuntMinnie

JUNE 24, 2024

New articles will be published each Monday up until our official anniversary at RSNA 2024. Our top article from 2001 reported on the role radiologists played in responding to the terrorist attacks on 9/11 and was published on October 31, 2001. Patients who needed CT scans were transported to radiology on the hospital’s third floor.

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Vesta Teleradiology

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Advancements with 5G Ultrasound and telehealth technology has advanced this year with 5G technology, particularly with people who live in remote locations without easy access to hospitals, says Radiology Business. Having a wider pool of practitioners to perform these tasks is proof that 5G has a promising future in the healthcare community.

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Imorgon Medical

APRIL 15, 2023

DICOM SR The most common reporting automation tool in radiology is measurement transfer from the imaging modality to the reporting package, with ultrasound and DEXA being the most common modalities. Ultrasound Worksheets Another reporting automation strategy is electronic sonographer worksheets and templates.

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Imorgon Medical

APRIL 15, 2023

DICOM SR The most common reporting automation tool in radiology is measurement transfer from the imaging modality to the reporting package, with ultrasound and DEXA being the most common modalities. Ultrasound Worksheets Another reporting automation strategy is electronic sonographer worksheets and templates.

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Imorgon Medical

APRIL 15, 2023

Automation tools present in ultrasound reporting software transfer measurements and findings from imaging modalities into a reporting package, resulting in fundamental improvements in reporting efficiency, accuracy, and quality. We estimate that only about 1/3 of ultrasound departments utilize measurement transfer.

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