AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Who made it to the final round in the 2024 edition of the Minnies, AuntMinnie.com 's event recognizing excellence in radiology? Most Influential Radiology Researcher Erik Middlebrooks, MD, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL Erik Middlebrooks, MD. Most Effective Radiology Educator Francis Deng, MD, Johns Hopkins Medicine Francis Deng, MD.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Radiological societies have mixed views on the U.S. reduction in average Medicare payment rates compared with 2024, the CMS has estimated there will be a 0% change to reimbursement for radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiation oncology. The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) was disappointed in the final MPFS rule.

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Mitigating radiology workforce strain requires revisioning the specialty and adding new roles to manage imaging demand, according to a presentation delivered September 12 at the International Society for Computed Tomography (ISCT) 2024 meeting in Boston.

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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. Benefits Beyond Traditional CT One of XACTs most significant advantages is its efficiency and reduced radiation exposure.

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Professional Radiology

JUNE 15, 2023

Computed tomography (CT scans) plays a critical role in diagnosing and monitoring a wide range of medical conditions. At Professional Radiology , we use state-of-the-art medical machinery to successfully provide patients in El Paso with accurate imaging services. Schedule a CT Scan in El Paso Today!

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Alara Imaging is offering free HIPAA and SOC-II certified software to help physicians and health systems comply with a new radiation dose quality measure included in the U.S. The measure provides a standardized method for monitoring radiation dose across patients and facilities, Smith-Bindman said. CMS published the rule on November 2.

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Medical Xpress: Radiology

JULY 26, 2023

Imaging techniques such as computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, positron emission tomography and ultrasound have become indispensable in the medical world.

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European Society of Radiology: AI

MAY 15, 2023

As computed tomography (CT) sees an increase in utilization, inappropriate imaging has been seen as a significant concern; however, manual justification audits of radiology referrals are extremely time-consuming and carry a heavy financial burden. CDS ensures audit consistency and less discrepancies between human experts.

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AuntMinnie

MAY 9, 2024

X-ray and CT imaging are the go-to exams for trauma, Fritz conceded, but MRI is gaining ground as an effective modality for MSK trauma applications, in part because it does not expose patients to radiation and because it can image soft tissue well. For comparison, a computed tomography image is provided on the right.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

christine.book Wed, 11/08/2023 - 11:38 November 8, 2023 — The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) is encouraging the imaging community to recognize an important date for a vital discovery this week. In addition, it offered there are more than 450,000 registered radiologic technologists in the U.S.,

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Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

milla1cf Fri, 02/23/2024 - 10:22 February 23, 2024 — The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) launched its "Be Seen" campaign today to raise public awareness about the crucial role medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals play in patient diagnosis, intervention and treatment.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 15, 2023

milla1cf Mon, 05/15/2023 - 10:26 May 15, 2023 — GE HealthCare is presenting three new global innovations – Intelligent Radiation Therapy (iRT), Auto Segmentation, and an updated Magnetic Resonance (MR) Radiation Therapy Suite (AIR Open Coil Suite) – that underscore the company’s commitment to enhancing the radiation oncology care pathway.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 22, 2024

Photon-counting CT (PCCT) technology has the potential to revolutionize cardiac imaging, according to a presentation delivered July 20 at the Society for Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT) annual meeting in Washington, DC. Joseph Schoepf, MD, of Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 31, 2025

Imalogix is highlighting a January 30 update regarding the patient safety Excessive Radiation (ExRad) Dose or Inadequate Image Quality for Diagnostic Computed Tomography in Adults electronic clinical quality measure (eCQM). ExRad eCQM was developed to reduce unnecessary radiation exposure while maintaining diagnostic integrity.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Introduction: Step into the world of medical imaging and join us on a fascinating journey through the evolution of Computed Tomography (CT). Chapter 6: Safer and Smarter – Radiation Safety and Dose Reduction: Delve into the crucial aspects of radiation safety in CT imaging.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 2, 2024

1, 2024 — Three years after launching its first photon-counting computed tomography (CT) scanner the Naeotom Alpha, Siemens Healthineers has introduced the Naeotom Alpha class, including a second dual source scanner, Naeotom Alpha.Pro 1 , as well as a source scanner with photon-counting technology, Naeotom Alpha.Prime 1.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 24, 2023

senior physician and specialist in cardiothoracic radiology in the Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology at RWTH Aachen University Hospital in Aachen, Germany. Compared with DSCT technology, PCCT offers higher image resolution and/or reduced radiation doses, which is of particular interest when imaging children.

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European Society of Radiology: AI

AUGUST 25, 2023

The aim of this study was to present an in vivo stability analysis of radiomic features for pulmonary nodules against varying radiation dose levels. Key points The vast majority of commonly used radiomic features are strongly influenced by variations in radiation dose level. Bartholomeus, Wouter A. Willemink, Robbert W.

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Medical Xpress: Radiology

JUNE 4, 2024

Detecting CSIs in a clinical setting often requires imaging such as X-rays and computed tomography (CT) scans, both of which expose children to radiation, which can cause other health issues over time.

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The Radiology Clinic

APRIL 1, 2024

In the realm of medical imaging, one technology stands out for its ability to provide detailed insights into the human body: the Computed Tomography (CT) scan. However, concerns about radiation exposure have often been a drawback, especially for patients requiring frequent or routine scans.

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Professional Radiology

JUNE 15, 2023

Computed tomography (CT scans) plays a critical role in diagnosing and monitoring a wide range of medical conditions. At Professional Radiology , we use state-of-the-art medical machinery to successfully provide patients in El Paso with accurate imaging services. Schedule a CT Scan in El Paso Today!

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Imaging Technology

MAY 18, 2023

milla1cf Thu, 05/18/2023 - 15:11 May 18, 2023 — Royal Philips , a global leader in health technology, announced the launch of the Philips CT 3500 , a new high-throughput CT system targeting the needs of routine radiology and high-volume screening programs. Today, many radiology departments scan hundreds of patients a day.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 22, 2024

Adding dynamic CT perfusion (DynCTP) to cardiac CT angiography (CCTA) shortens time to diagnosis of coronary artery disease (CAD), according to research presented at the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT) meeting in Washington, DC.

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Imaging Technology

AUGUST 9, 2024

tim.hodson Fri, 08/09/2024 - 15:45 At the annual AHRA (American Healthcare Radiology Administrators) conference in Orlando, Florida, Bayer announced an exploratory collaboration with Alara Imaging, Inc. International variation in radiation dose for computed tomography examinations: prospective cohort study.

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Medical Xpress: Radiology

MARCH 8, 2023

Computed tomography (CT) is one of the most powerful and well-established diagnostic tools available to modern medicine. An increasing number of people have been opting for CT scans, raising concerns about the amount of X-ray radiation that patients are exposed to.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 21, 2023

Interventional radiology – and specifically interventional CT – plays a key role in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Laura Crocetti , associate professor of Radiology, Division of Interventional Radiology, University of Pisa in Italy and deputy chairperson of the European Conference on Interventional Oncology ( ECIO )i. “CT-Navigation

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Future Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

MRI-Scan-Teleradiology Introduction: The advancement of medical imaging technologies has revolutionized healthcare diagnostics, but concerns about radiation exposure persist. Highlight the role of personalized protocols in tailoring radiation doses based on factors such as age, gender, and medical history.

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CurveBeam AI

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Common Indications Scaphoid Fracture A feasible alternative to MDCT for the detection of extremity fractures at a reduced radiation dose. The use of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) in radiocarpal fractures: a diagnostic test accuracy meta-analysis. 3 “ Download PDF (1) Fitzpatrick, E., 2013;3(2):119-121.

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Imaging Technology

JULY 13, 2023

milla1cf Thu, 07/13/2023 - 12:09 July 13, 2023 — New computed tomography (CT) technology allows for a comprehensive, simultaneous evaluation of lung structure and function, something not possible with standard CT, according to a study published in Radiology , a journal of the Radiological Society of North America ( RSNA ).

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Future Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

MRI-Scan-Teleradiology Introduction: In “Trauma Radiology Unveiled: Examining the Emergence of Extraneous Imaging as the New Norm,” we embark on a detailed exploration of the evolving landscape of trauma radiology.

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REBEL EM

APRIL 17, 2023

The neck and thyroid are particularly vulnerable to radiation (Tipnis et al.). Author’s Conclusion: “Ultrasound is an acceptable alternative to computed tomography and incision and drainage for establishing diagnosis of peritonsillar abscess. Are Computed Tomography Scans Necessary for the Diagnosis of Peritonsillar Abscess?

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Imaging Technology

MARCH 11, 2024

christine.book Mon, 03/11/2024 - 14:14 March 11, 2024 — The American Society of Radiologic Technologists ( ASRT ) has announced its members have elected four officers to serve on the 2024-2025 ASRT Board of Directors. Vealé is a professor of radiologic sciences at Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas. Beth Vealé, Ph.D.,

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JVIR

MAY 22, 2024

Continuous-rotation computed tomography (CT) fluoroscopy is an imaging modality widely used in interventional radiology (IR) procedures, facilitating precise punctures even into small lesions and lesions deep within the body by rapid, real-time, and high-resolution tomographic images (1,2).

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Future Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Teleradiology & Radiology data for artificial intelligence (AI) Introduction: Embark on a journey into the world of medical imaging as we unravel the distinctions between two powerful diagnostic tools—Computed Tomography (CT) scans and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scans.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

mtaschetta-millane Fri, 11/17/2023 - 08:39 November 17, 2023 — With the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse 1 , Siemens Healthineers presents a new Dual Source computed tomography (CT) scanner that is more accessible for smaller and rural facilities as well as outpatient diagnostic centers.

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Midstate Radiology Associates

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

A patient may not show symptoms initially but once materialized, your doctor might recommended undergoing a computed tomography (CT) scan for further analysis. Depending on the disease’s progression, your doctor may recommend surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy or a combination of these treatments.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Teleradiology in a flat world Introduction: Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) technology has transcended its role in dentistry, extending its reach into the broader realm of medical diagnostics. This paves the way for even broader applications in medical diagnostics.

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