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Current Concepts with Advances in Photon-Counting Computed Tomography

Diagnostic Imaging

Photon-counting computed tomography (PCCT) offers a number of salient advantages over conventional CT, including improved image resolution and contrast-to-noise ratio, enhanced denoising capability and inherent spectral sensitivity.

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Computed Tomography Study Finds Nearly 44 Percent of Interstitial Lung Abnormalities Are Not Reported

Diagnostic Imaging

percent of computed tomography (CT) scans, researchers found that 43.9 While a large retrospective study found that interstitial lung abnormalities (ILAs) were evident on 1.7 percent of ILAs, including fibrotic ILAs, were not reported.

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Artificial intelligence: Algorithms improve medical image analysis

ScienceDaily

The seven best autoPET teams report on how algorithms can detect tumor lesions in positron emission tomography (PET) and computed tomography (CT). This is the result of AutoPET, an international competition in medical image analysis.

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Five High-impact Advancements in Computed Tomography

Imaging Technology

In the ever-evolving landscape of medical imaging, computed tomography (CT) stands out as a cornerstone technology. Since its inception, CT has revolutionized diagnostic capabilities, offering detailed cross-sectional images of the human body.

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Medicare to more than double reimbursement for CCTA, likely spurring greater demand

Radiology Business

1, CMS will up the rate for cardiac computed tomography angiography from $175 to $357.13, "encouraging broader use for better patient outcomes.” Beginning Jan.

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Mobile CT unit helps Field Museum experts gain new insight into ancient history

Health Imaging

Using computed tomography allows researchers to study these individuals in a more sensitive, person-centered approach.

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Nearly half of patients surveyed believe MRI exposes individuals to ionizing radiation

Radiology Business

Another 36% think that both magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography use the same technology to create diagnostic images.