AuntMinnie

JUNE 2, 2023

New advances in diagnostics can help detect Alzheimer's disease sooner, enablin. Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: CMS to cover Alzheimer's drugs for patients enrolled in registry Will lecanemab approval increase PET scan volumes?

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

An AI algorithm designed for brain PET imaging found a glioblastoma in a patient that had gone undetected by physicians, according to a case reported February 15 in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine. Thus, the clinicians performed an additional PET scan with an amino acid radiotracer (F-18 FET) for further diagnosis of a suspected glioma.

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Diagnostic Imaging

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Two experts review SNMMI (Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging) guidelines for use of PSMA PET scans in prostate cancer detection, as well as awareness about this new modality within the patient community.

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MedImaging General Imaging

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Researchers have found biomarkers that enable doctors to reliably distinguish the two conditions—albeit only with data from a particular imaging technique called positron emission tomography (PET).

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AuntMinnie

JULY 10, 2024

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed a new reimbursement plan July 10 for diagnostic PET scans that would provide separate payments for radiopharmaceuticals, as well as an extra payment for hospitals when they use domestically produced technetium-99m (Tc-99m).

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Diagnostic Imaging

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Experts highlight the use of PSMA PET scans as a recent and accurate imaging method for prostate cancer screening.

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MedImaging Nuclear Medicine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Researchers have found biomarkers that enable doctors to reliably distinguish the two conditions—albeit only with data from a particular imaging technique called positron emission tomography (PET).

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 30, 2024

FDG-PET imaging shows promise for use as a diagnostic criterion for neurosarcoidosis, with a recent case series illustrating the approach was effective when gold-standard approaches were not, according to a group of researchers in Berlin. “To In all three cases, gadolinium-enhanced MRI scans did not show abnormalities.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

PET imaging has revealed brain pathology linked to faster clinical progression of Alzheimer’s disease in patients with ApoE4 gene variants, according to a study published November 6 in JAMA Neurology.

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AuntMinnie

MARCH 6, 2024

Dynamic PET scans acquired in half the time of normal scans appear clinically feasible for patients with lung lesions, according to nuclear medicine researchers in Shenzhen, China. However, longer scan times of may not be suitable for certain patients, such as those with anxiety or mobility issues, the authors noted.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 25, 2024

As part of previous studies, participants had undergone PET/MRI scans, 3D T1-weighted structural MRI to derive grey-matter volume (GMV) in seven brain regions (temporal, cingulate, prefrontal, and parietal regions), amyloid PET scans to assess amyloid positivity, and neuropsychological tests.

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Diagnostic Imaging

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Various organizations have applauded the decision by the CMS to remove National Coverage Determination (NCD) limitations to coverage for amyloid PET scans, including the limitation of Medicare or Medicaid coverage to one PET scan per a patient’s lifetime.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 23, 2025

A better understanding of the association between depressive symptoms and amyloid pathology will strengthen clinical diagnostics and prognosis and is essential for further therapeutic research, the group wrote. The study was published January 22 in JAMA Psychiatry.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 2, 2024

tesla MRI AI body composition analysis Cardiac PET Cryo/thermoablation CT colonography Genicular artery embolization Hyperpolarized xenon-129 MRI PET/MRI Photon-counting CT Radiomics Theranostics Whole-body MRI screening Image of the Year 3D PET/MR image. PET scans predict patient response to Pluvicto.

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Diagnostic Imaging

OCTOBER 11, 2023

In a study of over 25,000 Medicare beneficiaries with mild cognitive decline or dementia, researchers found that obtaining amyloid positron emission tomography (PET) scans resulted in no statistically significant differences upon subsequent hospitalization and emergency department visit rates at one year.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 18, 2023

Experts have drafted new diagnostic criteria for Alzheimer's disease to reflec.

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for its flurpiridaz F-18 radiotracer for PET imaging of coronary artery disease. The radiotracer has a half-life of 109 minutes, which is significantly longer than existing PET MPI tracers, GE HealthCare added. with 695,000 deaths recorded in 20214.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Personal health information (PHI) -- images included -- can be easily accessed on the internet in PowerPoint files, according to a study published October 9 in Current Problems in Diagnostic Radiology. The investigators conducted a study that followed previous work Weadock published 15 years ago.

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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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Diagnostic Imaging

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Experts highlight gallium-based and PyL PSMA-PET scans for use in prostate cancer, commenting on approvals as well as how the agents are made.

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Diagnostic Imaging

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Radiology experts discuss the current knowledge and use of PSMA-PET screening among colleagues, as well as unmet needs.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Details of a False Claims Act complaint filed against the former co-owner of a mobile cardiac PET scan operation are a reminder for providers to avoid financial conflicts with respect to the Physician Self-Referral Law, known as the Stark Law. In a news release , the U.S.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 10, 2024

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed a new reimbursement plan July 10 for diagnostic PET scans that would provide separate payments for radiopharmaceuticals, as well as an extra payment for hospitals when they use domestically produced technetium-99m (Tc-99m).

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Imaging Technology

MAY 30, 2023

milla1cf Tue, 05/30/2023 - 19:49 May 30, 2023 — Blue Earth Diagnostics , a Bracco company and recognized leader in the development and commercialization of innovative PET radiopharmaceuticals , today announced U.S. Chief Executive Officer of Blue Earth Diagnostics. Gauden , D.Phil.,

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Imaging Technology

MAY 2, 2023

milla1cf Tue, 05/02/2023 - 23:50 May 2, 2023 — Blue Earth Diagnostics , a Bracco company and recognized leader in the development and commercialization of innovative PET radiopharmaceuticals, today announced additional results from its completed Phase 3 SPOTLIGHT trial of 18F-rhPSMA-7.3 Gauden , D.Phil., 18F-rhPSMA-7.3

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 19, 2024

This can only be accomplished with a combination of innovative diagnostic, treatment, and monitoring technology that can enable timely interventions and personalized treatment plans. More accurate diagnostic and monitoring tools can also help manage the high cost of new therapies by preventing the misuse of expensive treatments.

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Medical Xpress: Radiology

JULY 16, 2024

Amyloid PET scans provide in-vivo evidence of Alzheimer's disease (AD) pathology. However, due to their high cost and limited insurance coverage, they are not widely used in clinical settings outside of the VA Healthcare System.

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Medical Xpress: Radiology

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Since many cancers use glucose as a metabolic fuel, they light up on glucose PET scans. However, not all cancers use glucose as fuel, and some normal organs, like the brain and heart, use high amounts of glucose, too, making it difficult to identify some diseases from this type of diagnostic scan.

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TRA Medical Imaging

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

In addition to PSMA PET, we offer theranostic treatment options for patients with PSMA-positive prostate cancer, combining targeted therapy with diagnostic imaging for a personalized approach to treatment. Fast, Local, and Convenient Care We understand the importance of timely results for your peace of mind.

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Imaging Technology

JANUARY 30, 2025

30, 2025 Earlier this month, the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) and the Alzheimers Association released updated appropriate use criteria (AUC) for amyloid and tau PET imaging in patients with mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimers disease and other dementias. tim.hodson Thu, 01/30/2025 - 10:20 Jan.30,

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Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The uptake of 68 Ga-DOTA-Z CAM241 in the paws was analyzed, and after the last PET scan, tissue biopsy samples analyzed for CD69 expression. A second group of mice received PET scans with a nonspecific control peptide.

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Diagnostic Imaging

JANUARY 25, 2024

For patients with recurrent prostate cancer, PET scanning with 18F-flotufolastat led to major changes in treatment for 80 percent of patients and 75 percent of patients with a changed treatment focus to watchful waiting had negative scans, according to new research presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Genitourinary Cancers (..)

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Medical Xpress: Radiology

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Many PDAC tumors in early stage go undetected because they are not found using conventional imaging methods, including fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography (PET) scans.

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Diagnostic Imaging

MAY 30, 2023

Reportedly the first FDA-approved PSMA PET agent with proprietary radiohybrid technology, POSLUMA can be utilized for positron emission tomography (PET) scans of prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) positive lesions in men with prostate cancer and suspected metastasis, and those with suspected prostate cancer recurrence based on an elevated serum (..)

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Imaging Technology

JUNE 24, 2023

The cost-effective technology, presented at the 2023 Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Annual Meeting , uses high resolution add-on detectors that simultaneously scan a patient during a standard whole-body PET scan. Louis, Missouri.

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Open Medscience

AUGUST 11, 2024

Radiopharmaceuticals in diagnostics provide critical insights into disease processes, improving accuracy, patient care, and treatment outcomes significantly. The post The Transformative Power of Radiopharmaceuticals in Diagnostics appeared first on Open MedScience.

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Associates in Medical Imaging

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

As technological capabilities advance across all medical disciplines, so to do the imaging needs that often come with adequate diagnostic capabilities. Doctors can use MRI to get highly refined, detailed scans of the human body's interior portions without needing to perform any form of surgical intervention for diagnostic purposes.

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