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AuntMinnie 2020: COVID-19 can be seen on CT scans outside the chest

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Researchers have found that nonchest CT exams taken in the emergency room for other indications may also capture pulmonary findings suspicious for COVID-19, according to a study published May 11 in Radiology. Topping the list in 2020 was a story on how patients with COVID-19 may initially present with non-respiratory symptoms.

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Interstitial lung abnormalities linked to respiratory disease risk

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CT imaging shows that severe acute respiratory disease events can be caused by quantitative interstitial abnormalities (QIA) -- that is, small irregularities that don't necessarily meet diagnostic criteria for advanced pulmonary diseases but show up on CT exams over time, a study published April 30 in Radiology has reported.

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Increase in CCTA exams expected to mirror TAVR growth trend

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The growth began shortly after the American College of Cardiology (ACC)/American Heart Association's (AHA) committee on clinical practice guidelines issued its Guideline for the Evaluation and Diagnosis of Chest Pain in October 2021. In fact, a review 3DR Labs conducted in August showed a 44% increase in CCTA cases over 12 months.

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Siemens Healthineers Gets FDA Nod for Naeotom Alpha Class of Photon-Counting CT Scanners

Imaging Technology

Since 2021, the Naeotom Alpha has been the only commercially available system with this technology for clinical use, and more than 1 million patients have been scanned worldwide. By maximizing diagnostic information and accuracy with photon-counting CT, they can make decisions quickly and enjoy optimized workflows.

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Using AI to Reduce Diagnostic Errors in Stroke Patients

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Diagnostic errors, including missed or delayed diagnosis of vascular events, account for the single largest source of medical harm and death to patients each year. It is not surprising that ineffective education toward complex neurovascular patients improperly prepares caregivers to apply their knowledge and skills to clinical practice.

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Siemens Healthineers Expands Photon-Counting CT Portfolio

Imaging Technology

Since 2021, the Naeotom Alpha has been the only commercially available system with this technology available for clinical use, and more than a million patients have already been scanned worldwide. This not only improves clinical workflows, but also the patient experience. tim.hodson Mon, 12/02/2024 - 13:38 Dec.

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Qure.ai's AI-Driven Chest X-ray Solution Receives FDA Clearance for Enhanced Lung Nodule Detection

Imaging Technology

Tailored for use in the incidental adult population, this innovative device is a game-changer in diagnostic technology. In the second pivotal study, a landmark clinical evaluation of qXR-LN was conducted through a multi-reader, multi-case clinical validation study. stands at the forefront of diagnostic advancement.

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