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AAPM: CMS measure for reporting CT radiation dose riddled with 'ambiguities'

AuntMinnie

Radiation dose and image quality performance measures for CT imaging accepted by the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in 2023 are "ambiguous" and need to be reconsidered, according to theAmerican Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM). Last month, the association convened what it called "an intersocietal panel of CT experts" -- which included representatives from academia, industry, and professional societies -- to assess a CT data collection/reporting measure that too

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New PET imaging method could improve our understanding of long COVID

Health Imaging

Researchers have developed a new radiotracer that targets one of the virus spike proteins, allowing them to track it longitudinally.

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Aikenist secures 510(k) clearance for AI PACS and RIS system

AuntMinnie

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance to Aikenist Technologies to market its QuickRad AI PACS and RIS with viewer product. The company described the system as a web-based PACS featuring a "Zero Footprint Viewer" with precision measurement tools, structured reporting, and automated AI-assisted diagnosis. It can be deployed on site, in private cloud environments, or on major cloud platforms, and supports FDA-cleared AI algorithms for oncology, neurology, and card

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First human X-rays in space to take place during upcoming SpaceX mission

Health Imaging

Specialized portable imaging equipment will be deployed to study the impact of spaceflight on the human body.

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Testing Innovations in Cancer: How to evaluate and use new technologies

Amidst rising cancer prevalence and soaring costs, new cancer technologies and innovations are emerging to support the early detection, treatment, and surveillance of cancer. Read this guide to understand how to evaluate these solutions for your employees and members – and to learn more about the current state of coverage, clinical and cost effectiveness, and impact on quality and outcomes.

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Eckert & Ziegler and Actinium ink Ac-225 agreement

AuntMinnie

Eckert & Ziegler has entered into an agreement with Actinium Pharmaceuticals to supply the firm with the radioisotope actinium-225 (Ac-225). Actinium will continue developing its lead radiopharmaceutical product Actimab-A, as well as additional early and late-stage development candidates for both U.S. and international clinical trials. Actimab-A is an Ac-225-based radiotherapy agent that is directed against CD33, a receptor overexpressed in patients with acute myeloid leukemia and other myel

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Percutaneous transthoracic core needle biopsy: 3 factors that influence procedural success

Health Imaging

A new analysis in Clinical Radiology is intended to help guide interventional radiologists in their decision-making processes regarding PCNB to reduce the likelihood of diagnostic failure.

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New method proposed for diagnosing Alzheimer’s

AuntMinnie

Researchers in Germany have proposed a new approach derived from brain PET imaging for diagnosing and staging Alzheimers disease, according to a study published March 25 in Radiology. The method is based on the amount of the brain filled with three hallmark pathologic abnormalities associated with the disease amyloid, tau, and neurodegeneration and could become a valuable tool for clinicians, noted first author Elena Doering, MD, of the University of Cologne, and colleagues.

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4 takeaways from a survey of hundreds of referrers on their radiology report preferences

Radiology Business

Surgeons and internists have different preferences compared to general practitioners, but most said they want more collaobration with radiologists.

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Radiology research advocates use Hill Day to defend F&A costs

AuntMinnie

The Academy for Radiology and Biomedical Imaging Research, RSNA members, and early-career investigators are advocating for medical imaging research and facilities and administration (F&A) funding at this year's March 25 Hill Day and #MedTech25 events in Washington, DC. Academy Executive Director Renee Cruea told AuntMinnie.com via email that Hill Day is an opportunity to educate policymakers and their staff about F&A costs, which are on the block for cuts at the U.S.

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Maximize Your Radiology Center’s Performance With Specialized Scheduling

Patient-centric scheduling can only be achieved through optimized radiology workflows, effective communications between staff and physicians, and, of course, through specialized schedulers. In this guide, we’ll take you through a step-by-step process to transform your radiology center into a high-performance hub of medical imaging.

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AI accurately routes interventional radiology procedure requests at pennies apiece

Radiology Business

Duke University scientists are testing LLMs' ability to aid in this taskwith the models able to recognize requests and generate responses.

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Fewer Missed Diagnoses: The Power of Point-of-Care Weight Bearing CT Imaging

CurveBeam AI

Weight bearing CT is more than just a modality for functional imaging “its a complete workflow revolution,” for point-of-care access and diagnosis, said Dr. Franois Lintz, MD, PhD, FEBOT. Traditional imaging methods like X-ray can miss up to 40% of fractures, leaving patients undiagnosed for months. With weight bearing CT, clinicians can capture a functional 3D image of a patients anatomy at the point -of-care in just a few minutes, providing a clearer and more accurate picture of t

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Evident Vascular moves toward FDA clearance with Series B financing

AuntMinnie

Evident Vascular has added new investors at the close of a Series B financing round to support the launch of the firm's AI-powered intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) platform in the U.S. The San Jose, CA-based company did not disclose the amount raised in the funding round but said new investor Shangbay Capital and two undisclosed multinational strategics contributed, joining founding investor Vensana Capital.

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Predicting Diabetes on CT Scans: What New Research Reveals with Pancreatic Imaging Biomarkers

Diagnostic Imaging

Attenuation-based biomarkers on computed tomography (CT) scans demonstrated a 93 percent interclass correlation coefficient (ICC) agreement across three pancreatic segmentation algorithms for predicting diabetes, according to a study involving over 9,700 patients.

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The Employers Guide to Controlling Cancer

About 40% of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime, and patients are getting younger. At the same time, the cost of treatment continues to rise, with employers spending 8.5% more on cancer care for each employee than they did last year. The best thing employers can do for their employees and business tomorrow is to invest in cancer detection and care today.

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Transcatheter Arterial Embolization of Vesical Arteries for Intractable Hematuria: Effectiveness and Safety in 36 Patients

JVIR

To evaluate the technical success, safety, and clinical effectiveness of vesical and/or internal iliac artery embolization in patients with intractable hematuria from bladder hemorrhage.

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FDA Clears Gleamer’s ChestView AI Software for CXR

Diagnostic Imaging

Adjunctive use of the AI-powered software led to an average 38.6 percent increase in the detection of pneumothorax by general radiologists, according to a 2023 study.

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Higher Chest X-Ray Usage Catches Lung Cancer Earlier and Improves Survival

MedImaging Radiography

A new study has revealed a strong connection between the frequency of chest X-ray referrals by GPs and earlier lung cancer diagnoses.

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Advances in AI — March 2025

Diagnostic Imaging

Catch up on the top AI-related news and research in radiology over the past month.

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Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color

Discover how Color's comprehensive care solution is revolutionizing cancer screening adherence and knowledge. Through an in-depth case study, Color's unique approach to comprehensive cancer care has shown significant benefits in increasing screening rates and enhancing patient knowledge. Participants reported a 2-3x increase in adherence to screening guidelines over just 8 weeks, with 84% of participants increasing their familiarity with timing and frequency of cancer screening.

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High Resolution Ultrasound Speeds Up Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

MedImaging Ultrasound

A clinical trial has demonstrated that biopsies guided by high-resolution ultrasound are just as effective as those using MRI for diagnosing prostate cancer.

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High Resolution Ultrasound Speeds Up Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

MedImaging MRI

A clinical trial has demonstrated that biopsies guided by high-resolution ultrasound are just as effective as those using MRI for diagnosing prostate cancer.

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RCR meetings

ScienceDirect

Publication date: April 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology, Volume 83 Author(s):

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Generative AI model shows promise in chest x-ray study

AuntMinnie

A multimodal generative AI model achieved high diagnostic accuracy and showed clinical value in preliminary reporting of chest x-ray images, according to research published March 25 in Radiology. A team led by Eun Kyoung Hong, MD, PhD, from Brigham & Womens Hospital in Boston, MA, found that their domain-specific model could detect conditions such as pneumothorax and subcutaneous emphysema and achieved a high rate of reports accepted without modification from radiologists.

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From Prevention to Survivorship: How HR Can Support Employees Facing Cancer Diagnoses

Explore the latest insights from the American Cancer Society's “Cancer Statistics 2024” report, which unveils multiple alarming trends in cancer data. Cancer is on the rise among young adults, and diagnoses for 6 of the 10 most common cancers are escalating. With over 2 million new cancer cases projected in the U.S. this year, employers face increased challenges when it comes to supporting employees.

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Paid MBP advert: 250120_Thoracic Imaging-CR-210x280-v2

ScienceDirect

Publication date: April 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology, Volume 83 Author(s):

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