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AuntMinnie 2020: COVID-19 can be seen on CT scans outside the chest

AuntMinnie

Researchers have found that nonchest CT exams taken in the emergency room for other indications may also capture pulmonary findings suspicious for COVID-19, according to a study published May 11 in Radiology. Topping the list in 2020 was a story on how patients with COVID-19 may initially present with non-respiratory symptoms.

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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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ECR: Green protocols can reduce radiology department energy consumption

AuntMinnie

Substituting less energy-consuming ultrasound for x-ray or CT reduced energy use by as much as 8% during diagnostic radiology processes and 31.2% The group developed a "green imaging review" for patients accessing the emergency room. for total CFCs, while demonstrating an increase in diagnostic activity of 11.8%, Masperi said.

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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 Gets FDA Nod for Naeotom Alpha Class of Photon-Counting CT Scanners

Imaging Technology

By maximizing diagnostic information and accuracy with photon-counting CT, they can make decisions quickly and enjoy optimized workflows. Like all Naeotom Alpha class models, the Naeotom Alpha.Prime uses artificial intelligence and automation to accelerate diagnostic and interventional processes.

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Image IQ Quiz: 45-Year-Old Basketball Player with Acute Shoulder Injury

Diagnostic Imaging

A 45-year-old basketball player presents with an acute injury in the emergency room. What is the most likely diagnosis for the shoulder injury depicted in the image?

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Using AI to Reduce Diagnostic Errors in Stroke Patients

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Diagnostic errors, including missed or delayed diagnosis of vascular events, account for the single largest source of medical harm and death to patients each year. AI’s Role in Addressing Diagnostic Challenges Imaging remains central to the diagnosis and management of all stroke types.