AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In 2023, the overall average rating of the priority for implementing or expanding a predictive maintenance program for imaging equipment service is 4.9/7, 7, according to the recently published IMV 2023 Diagnostic Imaging Equipment Service Outlook Report. In relation to location type, urban sites have the highest rating at 5.3/7,

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Professional Radiology

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Diagnostic imaging is an important tool used every day in healthcare to assist doctors in making the most informed decisions for their patients. Over the years, advancements in diagnostic imaging have greatly increased patients’ overall care, quality of life, and outcome when diagnosed with certain conditions.

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Radiology Business

JANUARY 25, 2024

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

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AuntMinnie

JULY 25, 2024

NYU Langone Health spinout Microstructure Imaging (MICSI) has secured U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for its MICSI-RMT AI image enhancement software for brain MRI. Designed to enhance white-matter imaging, MICSI-RMT employs a random matrix theory-based algorithm. Images courtesy of MICSI.

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Radiology Business

JANUARY 15, 2025

The Metairie, Louisiana-based radiology group is acquiring Houston MRI & Diagnostic Imaging, ballooning its center total to 48 across five states.

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AuntMinnie

MAY 22, 2024

Which modality is better for breast cancer diagnosis, contrast-enhanced mammography or dynamic contrast-enhanced breast MRI? Dynamic contrast-enhanced breast MRI has been available since 1984, while CEM was introduced in 2011. Previous research has estimated breast MRI's sensitivity to be up to 100% and its specificity up to 98%.

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Radiology Business

JANUARY 16, 2025

The Metairie, Louisiana-based radiology group is acquiring Houston MRI & Diagnostic Imaging, ballooning its center total to 48 across five states.

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM)-guided biopsy by itself is not a good substitute for MRI-guided biopsy of suspicious breast MRI findings, according to a study published September 18 in the American Journal of Roentgenology. MRI-guided breast biopsy is effective for the workup of suspicious MRI findings.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Middlebrooks' research interest consists of using ultrahigh-field, 7-tesla MRI to plot brain microstructure and develop surgical treatment of brain tumors, epilepsy, and neurodegenerative and movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. Middlebrooks, MD, of the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 30, 2024

Health Canada has approved AIRS Medical 's SwiftMR application for AI-powered MRI for use in Canadian hospitals, radiology centers, and other diagnostic imaging facilities. SwiftMR's reconstruction technology can be used in any MRI scanner, regardless of make, model, and field strength, the company said.

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Professional Radiology

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Mammograms are a crucial diagnostic tool that helps doctors detect early signs of breast cancer and other breast-related issues. Medical professionals take necessary precautions to ensure patient safety and modern imaging technology continues to minimize radiation levels. Call (915) 225-2480 today.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 16, 2024

In 2023, nonhospital sites faced more competition compared with hospital-based facilities for oncology-related diagnostic imaging scans, according to IMV’s recently published 2023 Oncology in Diagnostic Imaging Market Outlook Report. Davin Korstjens. out of 5 rating, compared with hospital sites, which registered a 3.7

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 25, 2024

His research interests include using structural and functional MRI -- particularly ultrahigh-field, 7-tesla MRI -- to map brain microstructure and develop neurosurgical treatment of brain tumors, epilepsy, and neurodegenerative and movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. He served in the U.S.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The team also found that the PPV of malignancy in nodes detected on screening mammography or MRI was significantly lower than those detected by diagnostic imaging, palpation, or CT/PET. PPV of malignancy in nodes detected by modality MRI Mammography Palpation Diagnostic imaging PET/CT PPV 15.8%

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AuntMinnie

AUGUST 23, 2024

While the use of ultrasound for pediatric appendicitis imaging has increased, the modality -- as well as MRI -- remains underutilized in this area, according to research published August 22 in the Journal of Pediatric Surgery. The NSQIP-P aims to improve surgical care for pediatric patients. Ultrasound alone was used in 53.3%

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Vesta Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has approved new MRI standards introduced by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC), focusing on remote scanning and portable imaging technologies. These updates, effective immediately, aim to enhance patient safety and adapt to advancements in MRI practices.

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Diagnostic Imaging

MARCH 11, 2024

In a study of patients who had lumbar spine MRI exams at 0.55T, 1.5T and 3T, researchers found that 0.55T MRI provided acceptable diagnostic quality across all sequences for varying pathologies including degenerative joint disease, compression fractures and osseous metastatic disease.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 21, 2024

A new PET/CT radiotracer that detects insulinomas could eliminate the need for other diagnostic procedures in a vast majority of patients, according to a study published October 17 in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine. Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) was performed in a subgroup of patients when noninvasive imaging was inconclusive.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 27, 2023

In 2023, the top two overall priorities for MR departments are to increase patient satisfaction with their MR imaging experience and improve MRI department workflow and productivity, according to IMV's recently published 2023 MR Market Outlook Report. increase in MRI procedures performed compared to 2022. year over year.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

tim.hodson Mon, 11/25/2024 - 19:15 Nov, 21, 2024 — The Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) recently announced that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved the latest revision to the IAC Standards & Guidelines for MRI Accreditation, paving the way for their release on Nov.

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Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Utilizing a deep learning-based AI algorithm to differentiate between diagnostic and non-diagnostic quality of prostate MRI facilitated a 10 percent higher specificity rate for diagnosing extraprostatic extension on multiparametric MRI, according to research presented at the recent RSNA conference.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 9, 2024

The hospital's three CT scanners, one MRI system, and one linac (linear accelerator) device appear to be unaffected, but several mobile x-ray and ultrasound units were struck, and a full assessment of imaging equipment located in two different buildings is now underway, he explained. Most of the offices were destroyed or damaged.

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Diagnostic Imaging

JUNE 6, 2024

As ongoing advances continue to redefine and elevate the diagnostic capabilities of MRI, ensuring the safety of patients and operators through effective signage, training and regular safety audits is of paranount importance.

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Radiology Business

JANUARY 15, 2025

The Metairie, Louisiana-based radiology group is acquiring Houston MRI & Diagnostic Imaging, ballooning its center total to 48 across five states.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Gutberlet described how he came to cardiac imaging early in his medical career. At the time, there was little training for, say, cardiac MRI. Imaging was so important [for cardiac indications], that I decided to become a radiologist," he said. Since Gutberlet was starting out, training for cardiac imaging has improved.

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Imaging Technology

JULY 9, 2024

Campione also joins the Blue Earth Diagnostics Ltd. Board of Directors and will serve as Vice Chair of the Blue Earth Diagnostics Inc. Board of Directors and will serve as Vice Chair of the Blue Earth Diagnostics Inc. Blue Earth Diagnostics, an indirect subsidiary of Bracco Imaging S.p.A., Bracco Imaging S.p.A.,

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Diagnostic Imaging

JULY 31, 2023

Through automated processing of diffusion-weighted magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans, the Advanced Neuro Diagnostic Imaging (ANDI) software performs detailed analysis of white matter microstructure.

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Open Medscience

MARCH 14, 2025

Diagnostic Imaging in Sports Medicine helps accurately diagnose injuries, guiding effective treatment and optimising athlete recovery timelines. The post The Role of Diagnostic Imaging in Sports Medicine and Injury Recovery appeared first on Open MedScience.

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AuntMinnie

AUGUST 26, 2024

Increased PVS volume suggests higher risk of cognitive effects from repetitive brain injury, and can be tracked using structural MR imaging. Jung and colleagues explored whether PVS volume measured on MR imaging is associated with RHI exposure in former football players.

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Professional Radiology

JUNE 15, 2023

By producing interior images of the coronary arteries, CT scans help identify blockages, aneurysms, or other abnormalities that can lead to damaging issues like a heart attack or stroke. This non-invasive procedure is ideal for patients who experience chest pains or heart conditions, offering an alternative to invasive diagnostic techniques.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) released revised standards and guidelines for MRI accreditation on November 20, following Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approval. Notably, a majority of IAC's revisions surround the addition of standards for portable and remote MRI technology, the accreditor said.

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Diagnostic Imaging

MARCH 17, 2025

While DCE MRI was deemed helpful in over 67 percent of cases in which it was used, researchers found that monitored prostate MRI exams, which facilitated a 75 percent reduction of DCE MRI sequences, had comparable sensitivity for prostate cancer as non-monitored exams.

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TRA Medical Imaging

DECEMBER 3, 2024

At TRA Medical Imaging, we’re here to help you understand how diagnostic imaging can aid in identifying and treating these cold-weather ailments. Common Winter Conditions, Who to See, and How Imaging Can Help Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections Winter increases the risk of respiratory illnesses, including pneumonia.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 7, 2023

Do primary care providers (PCPs) appropriately order diagnostic imaging fo. Swing away, study confirms ISMRM: Portable MRI effectively classifies knee joint injury ISMRM: How can AI improve musculoskeletal MRI? FLASH MRI improves detection of lumbar spine disease

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AuntMinnie

MARCH 29, 2024

The investigators sought to assess imaging spending among the ESI population via a study that consisted of information from the 2010 to 2021 Merative MarketScan Commercial Database that included 33.9 million individuals; they used the Neiman Imaging Types of Services (NITOS), version 4.0 Nuclear medicine 2.7%

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 17, 2025

Capitol Imaging Services has acquired the seven freestanding MRI and diagnostic imaging locations of Houston MRI & Diagnostic Imaging in Texas. Clearview Capital acquired Capitol Imaging Services in October 2020. Clearview Capital acquired Capitol Imaging Services in October 2020.

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Imaging Technology

JANUARY 24, 2024

milla1cf Wed, 01/24/2024 - 19:20 January 24, 2024 — Whole Body MRI , a private clinic committed to delivering accurate and comprehensive diagnostic solutions that empower patients and physicians to make informed decisions about their health, today released new data that shows a concerning gap in Canadians’ understanding of MRIs.

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