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FDA issues guidance on scanning interference with implanted medical devices

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Despite reported issues with CT scanning interfering with certain medical devices, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has said CT is still the preferred imaging modality for patients with medical devices. CT is safer than magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for people with devices of unknown MRI safety status."

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FDA defines 'transparency' for AI medical devices

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“Transparency is the degree to which appropriate information about a device – including its intended use, development, performance, and, when available, logic – is clearly communicated to stakeholders,” the group wrote. The full article is available here.

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Growth Areas in Medical Devices and Hiring For Those Roles

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The need for more remotely accessible services like telemedicine and a range of advanced medical devices is accelerating growth across the industry. Recent reports highlight that the MedTech (medical technology) industry is set to grow to a value of $595 billion in 2024.

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Qure.ai joins forces with Nuance

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has joined Nuance Communication'. secures EU medical device regulation certification Qure.ai Artificial intelligence (AI) software developer Qure.ai Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: Nuance releases new AI healthcare documentation app Qure.ai secures FDA clearance for qER-Quant

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Hyperfine, Inc. Launches AI-powered Brain Imaging Software for Enhanced Image Quality and Ease of Use

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a medical device company that has redefined brain imaging with the world’s first FDA-cleared portable magnetic resonance brain imaging system—the Swoop system—announced the launch of the AI-powered eighth generation of Swoop system software. milla1cf Tue, 01/09/2024 - 11:12 January 9, 2024 — Hyperfine, Inc. ,

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Positron Corporation Enters New Manufacturing & Components Supplier Cooperative with Neusoft Medical Systems Subsidiary for New PET-CT Device

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Through its role as manufacturer, Positron will be able to observe and comply with FDA requirements and perform future device and procedural reviews more efficiently. Going forward Positron will adhere to all FDA requirements, quality systems regulations, and import regulations.

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How imaging AI developers can avoid pitfalls when testing algorithms

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Postoperative changes and medical devices – Previous reports suggest that AI algorithms “are not properly trained” to recognize postoperative changes and how they impact image interpretation, the authors noted. Also, medical devices such as catheters, implants, prosthetics, or pacemakers can impact AI’s performance.

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