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Interstitial lung abnormalities linked to respiratory disease risk

AuntMinnie

CT imaging shows that severe acute respiratory disease events can be caused by quantitative interstitial abnormalities (QIA) -- that is, small irregularities that don't necessarily meet diagnostic criteria for advanced pulmonary diseases but show up on CT exams over time, a study published April 30 in Radiology has reported.

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Increase in CCTA exams expected to mirror TAVR growth trend

AuntMinnie

The radiology department must be able to post-process the images, edit them, and make them diagnostically useful at all hours of the day and night. These advances will increase the number of CCTA exams in both outpatient and emergency room settings, amplifying the need for 24/7 reviews.

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Siemens Healthineers Expands Photon-Counting CT Portfolio

Imaging Technology

At lower radiation doses, clinicians can detect and evaluate small structures precisely and with fewer artifacts, maximizing the diagnostic information and accuracy for fast decision-making and optimized imaging workflows.

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Wireless Handheld X-ray Equipment from MinXray Used for Global Health Initiative in Papua New Guinea

Imaging Technology

Rob Liddell, MD, is a diagnostic radiologist who used MinXray’s Impact Wireless system to take radiographic images of patients in the village and screen for common diseases in the region, such as tuberculosis and emphysema. He also used the system to diagnose cancers, infections and various musculoskeletal injuries. “The

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Why ERs Can See an Influx of Patients this Summer

Vesta Teleradiology

Emergency rooms (ERs) play a critical and indispensable role in the healthcare system, serving as the front line of medical care for individuals experiencing urgent and life-threatening situations. During the summer months in the United States, emergency rooms tend to see an increase in patient visits due to various reasons.

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The Crucial Link Between Emergency Department Flow and Overcrowding

Aidoc

Several factors contribute to delays and overcrowding in the emergency department, such as: The increasing demand for emergency services, driven by factors such as population growth, aging demographics and limited access to primary care services. Moreover, increased delays in CT and MRI corresponded with increased hospital costs.

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What It’s Like to Work in Radiology

Mint Physician Staffing

A radiology department is responsible for providing diagnostic studies and radiation therapy. Radiologic techs take diagnostic images of patients and ensure that the images are clear enough for radiologists to interpret. Trauma patients are common, some coming directly from the emergency room.