Imaging Technology

APRIL 13, 2024

christine.book Sat, 04/13/2024 - 14:41 April 15, 2023 — The American College of Radiology ( ACR ) released an update to its ACR Appropriateness Criteria (ACR AC) just ahead of the American College of Radiology Annual Meeting , ACR 2024 , being held April 13-17 in Washington, DC. The update includes six new and six revised topics.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 21, 2024

Although a contrast-enhanced cardiac CT exam is considered to be the standard of care in patients with aortic stenosis being considered for TAVR, those with a major iodinated contrast media contraindication face increased risk of barriers and delays to care given diagnostic imaging limitations, according to the researchers.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 10, 2024

All topics include a narrative, an evidence table, and a literature search summary.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The American College of Radiology (ACR) has released an update to its ACR Appropriateness Criteria. The update consists of 247 diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology topics and covers 4,000 clinical scenarios, and now includes eight new and 18 revised topics.

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Diagnostic Imaging

OCTOBER 13, 2023

While interventional radiologists can have an impact in a number of clinical areas by offering minimally invasive options for patients, there remains a prevailing lack of awareness about the speciality among referring physicians and patients.

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Imaging Technology

OCTOBER 12, 2023

milla1cf Thu, 10/12/2023 - 12:06 October 12, 2023 — The American College of Radiology ( ACR ) released an update to its ACR Appropriateness Criteria (ACR AC), which includes 233 diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology topics with more than 1,100 clinical variants covering more than 3,000 clinical scenarios.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The newest collaboration includes future plans to develop improved diagnosis and disease management through MRI, CT, ultrasound, interventional radiology, theranostics, and molecular imaging. Over the past decade, UW-Madison and GE HealthCare have collaborated on more than 130 research studies.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 11, 2023

milla1cf Tue, 04/11/2023 - 21:21 April 11, 2023 — The American College of Radiology ( ACR ) released an update to its ACR Appropriateness Criteria (ACR AC), which includes 227 diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology topics with more than 1,080 clinical variants covering 3,000 clinical scenarios.

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TRA Medical Imaging

JANUARY 17, 2025

Residency Training: Following medical school, radiologists enter a four-year residency in diagnostic radiology, where they learn to interpret medical images, perform imaging-guided procedures, and provide accurate diagnoses. TRA Medical Imaging: Where Expertise Meets CompassionClose to Home.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The American College of Radiology (ACR) has released an update to its Appropriateness Criteria, which includes nine new and nine revised topics. The criteria in total include 233 diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology topics with more than 1,100 clinical variants covering more than 3,000 clinical scenarios.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 5, 2023

This blog delves into the captivating realm of radiology and the intricate art of crafting diagnostic images with X-ray precision. The Symphony of X-ray Technology: At the heart of radiology lies X-ray technology, a symphony of invisible waves that unveil the innermost secrets of our physiology.

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Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 3, 2024

In a cohort of over 160 patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA), including grade 4 in nearly half of the cases, genicular artery embolization led to an 87 percent improvement in the quality of life index, according to research presented at the

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Diagnostic Imaging

AUGUST 1, 2024

In a study involving 217 percutaneous cryoablation procedures for treating recurrent or metastatic soft tissue sarcoma in 141 patients, researchers noted an 86 percent rate of local progression-free survival and a 2 percent complication rate.

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Intermountain Medical Imaging

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

With three outpatient imaging locations throughout Boise, Meridian, and Eagle, Intermountain Medical Imaging offers diagnostic imaging procedures in a calm and comforting environment, including MRI, CT, Ultrasound, X-ray, Interventional Radiology, and Mammography. “St.

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AuntMinnie

MAY 15, 2024

For radiology departments and practices, RCM is not just about sustaining operations but about thriving in a complex ecosystem of patient care, billing, and regulatory compliance. Radiology practices face several RCM challenges that are magnified by the specialty's unique requirements, including the following: Billing and coding complexities.

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Diagnostic Imaging

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Noting the challenges of conservative therapy and limitations of total knee arthroplasty, the targeted minimally invasive geniculate artery embolization, performed by interventional radiologists, may be a viable treatment alternative.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 1, 2023

ApliCam matches video of the transducer's position during scanning to the ultrasound clip saved on the system, which allows a remotely-based radiologist to see the anatomy being scanned in combination with the ultrasound-acquired diagnostic images, Canon said.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 24, 2023

“Infants and neonates with suspected congenital heart defects are a technically challenging group of patients for any imaging method, including CT,” said Timm Dirrichs, M.D. It’s essential to carefully map the individual cardiac anatomy and possible routes of surgical intervention using the highest possible diagnostic standards.”

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Lake Medical Imaging

AUGUST 14, 2023

At Lake Medical Imaging, our mission is to create the ultimate patient experience while providing services in diagnostic and interventional radiology.

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Diagnostic Imaging

MARCH 21, 2024

For men with prostate cancer, the use of MRI-guided transurethral ultrasound ablation (TULSA) led to a 92 percent decrease in median prostate volume at one year, according to new research to be presented at the upcoming Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) conference.

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Aidoc

JANUARY 17, 2025

Medical imaging teams around the world are using the technology to make faster, more accurate decisions that enable better patient outcomes.

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Diagnostic Imaging

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

In a recent interview at the annual RSNA conference in Chicago, Richard Heller, MD discussed the impact of reduced reimbursement rates in radiology, the projected CMS conversion factor for 2024, the severity of payment cuts in interventional radiology and the importance of radiologist advocacy.

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Diagnostic Imaging

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Thirty-five percent of the interventional radiology malpractice cases involved vascular procedures and 26 percent of overall malpractice cases that went to trial resulted in plaintiff judgments with the average award being over $2 million.

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JVIR

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) awarded primary medical specialty status to interventional radiology (IR) in 2012. Residents who graduate from accredited programs are eligible for American Board of Radiology dual certification in both IR and diagnostic radiology (DR).

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JVIR

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Interventional radiology (IR) was recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) as a unique primary specialty in 2012. The 3 pillars of the IR domain were established as diagnostic imaging, image-guided procedural expertise, and periprocedural patient care.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Benefits of Teleradiology to Telehealth Introduction: “Behind the Beams” is an intriguing journey that delves into the intricate world of X-ray technology, uncovering the perfect fusion of art and science that powers this essential diagnostic tool. How X-rays are generated, interact with matter, and produce diagnostic images.

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Future Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Introduction : Radiology philanthropy is playing an increasingly vital role in global healthcare, transforming the way diagnostic imaging and radiological services are delivered. Training Radiology Professionals: Diagnostic radiology relies on skilled professionals who can interpret images accurately.

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Future Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Introduction: This blog post pays homage to the remarkable contributions of women in the field of imaging, recognizing the trailblazers who paved the way and the modern innovators who continue to shape the landscape of diagnostic imaging. Discuss their advancements in minimally invasive procedures and improving patient outcomes.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 4, 2023

From its discovery by Wilhelm Roentgen to modern applications, we will illuminate the shadows to provide a deep understanding of this essential diagnostic tool. Chapter 1: Introduction to X-ray Imaging An overview of the importance of X-ray imaging in healthcare. Real-life case studies showcasing the diagnostic power of X-rays.

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Mint Physician Staffing

DECEMBER 20, 2021

In January Diagnostic Imaging Newsletter had a report on the Six Trends to Watch in 2021. Artificial intelligence and 3D printing behind that – it will be interesting to see how those play in the radiology world. Interventional radiology is an area that is always growing. Dr. Mina S.

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The British Institute of Radiology

MAY 4, 2023

As a previous imaging director in the NHS for many years he developed a range of new services, most recently as lead radiologist for Royal Brompton Hospital Diagnostic Imaging Centre, opened in 2022. This facility incorporates one of the only combined interventional bronchoscopy and radiology facilities in the country.

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MRI Online

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

In addition to diagnostic imaging, radiology also plays a role in the treatment of heart disease. Interventional radiology procedures, such as angioplasty and stenting, can help open blocked coronary arteries and improve blood flow to the heart.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 9, 2025

A looming crisis Data from IMV Medical Information Division and the American College of Radiology indicates that, in 2022, about 34,000 (range 30,000 to 37,000) radiologists in the U.S. interpreted around 650 million imaging studies per year. Diagnostic Imaging. Society of Interventional Radiology.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 10, 2025

Diagnostic Imaging. Artificial Intelligence in Radiology: The State of the Art and Future Directions J Am Coll Radiol. The Future of Radiology: Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technologies. Society of Interventional Radiology. J Am Coll Radiol. 2021;18(4):511-519. Kulkarni S, et al. 2023;20(1):146-154.

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