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New PET tracer developed for breast cancer

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A new PET radiotracer shows promise for diagnosing triple-negative breast cancer, researchers at Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center in China have reported. In a bench-to-first-in-human study, the group found that the tracer was highly accurate at identifying tumors that express Nectin cell adhesion molecule 4 (nectin-4), an emerging biomarker for cancer diagnosis and therapy.

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FDA clears AI software capable of reducing MRI acquisition times by up to 80%

Health Imaging

The product was developed to both improve image quality and shorten image acquisition times.

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Subtle Medical gets FDA clearance, launches MRI software suite

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Medtech firm Subtle Medical has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its AI-powered Subtle-HD MRI acceleration and enhancement software. This clearance marks the launch of Subtles SubtleELITE suite of three AI-powered software tools: along with Subtle-HD, the suite includes SubtleSYNTH and SubtleALIGN, all collectively designed to work together to significantly both improve image quality and reduce MRI scan times, Subtle Medical said in a statement.

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Factors that increase the likelihood of false results on prostate MRI

Health Imaging

Researchers suggest the variables identified in their study should be considered when deciding whether to send patients for additional assessments to confirm or rule out malignancy.

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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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Prenuvo raises $120M to expand body composition platform

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Private radiology group Prenuvo raised $120 million in Series B funding in 2024. Co-led by Forerunner Ventures, Left Lane Capital, and existing investor Felicis, the funding will accelerate Prenuvos augmentation of its core whole-body MRI screening with additional modalities and analyses of the human body, according to the company. The fundraising disclosure complements Prenuvo securing U.S.

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Are low-field MRI units effective for neuroradiologic imaging?

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Are low-field MRI units effective for neuroradiologic imaging? Perhaps, say researchers from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor -- but more technological development is needed. Use of low-field MRI for this indication would improve patient care by expanding access to the modality, wrote a team led by medical student Lauren Kelsey. The group's commentary was published February 13 in RadioGraphics.

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Can CT-Based AI Provide Automated Detection of Colorectal Cancer?

Diagnostic Imaging

For the assessment of contrast-enhanced abdominopelvic CT exams, an artificial intelligence model demonstrated equivalent or better sensitivity than radiologist readers, and greater than 90 percent specificity for the diagnosis of colorectal cancer.

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ACR offers code change proposals at AMA CPT Editorial Panel meeting

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Representatives from the American College of Radiology (ACR) participated in the February American Medical Association (AMA) Current Procedure Terminology (CPT) Editorial Panel meeting, the first meeting of three scheduled for 2025 to update codes for the 2027 CPT code cycle. The ACR co-sponsored CPT code change proposals for Category I codes for prostate biopsy services and Category III codes for surface mesh volume.

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Philips to Unveil AI-Enabled Ultrasound Updates at ECR

Diagnostic Imaging

Offering an array of AI-powered automation and image optimization, the new Elevate software is geared to maximizing workflow efficiencies for the EPIQ Elite and Affiniti ultrasound systems.

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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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CBBCT features help identify LVI on breast cancer patients

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Contrast-enhanced conebeam breast CT (CBBCT) imaging features can help identify lymphovascular invasion (LVI) status in breast cancer patients, a study published February 13 in Academic Radiology found. A team led by ZhaoxiangYe, MD, PhD, from the National Clinical Research Center for Cancer in Tianjin, China, found that LVI was tied to various CT imaging features, including histologic type, Ki-67 index, and increased ipsilateral whole-breast vascularity (IIV) number and degree, among others.

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New Research Supports Routine Brain MRI Screening in Asymptomatic Late-Stage Breast Cancer Patients

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A new study has revealed that asymptomatic brain metastasis is more common in stage IV breast cancer patients than previously thought.

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Clinical outcomes, toxic effect, and immune microenvironment changes of drug-eluting beads bronchial arterial chemoembolization/bronchial arterial chemoembolization combined with immunotherapy in treating elderly patients with non-small cell lung cancer

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Publication date: Available online 13 February 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Jing Xiang, Weihong Lan, Daxia Cai, Yonghui Wang, Weiwen Li, Jianfei Tu, Jianhui Huang

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Public trust in medical AI use low

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Trust is low among U.S. adults when it comes to healthcare systems using AI responsibly and protecting patients from AI-related harms, show survey results published February 14 in JAMA Network Open. In their research, Paige Nong, PhD, from the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, and Jodyn Platt, PhD, from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor also found that general trust in the healthcare system is tied to low trust in medical AI.

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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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A nomogram-based survival prediction model for non-small cell lung cancer patients based on clinical risk factors and multi-region radiomics features

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Publication date: Available online 13 February 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Riku Nishioka, Daisuke Kawahara, Nobuki Imano, Yuji Murakami

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Advanced MRI Prediction Model for Anatomical Site Identification in Uterine Carcinoma: Enhancing Diagnostic Accuracy

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Publication date: Available online 14 February 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Mahrooz Malek, Moneereh moayeri, Setareh Akhavan, Shahrzad Sheikh Hasani, Fatemeh Nili, Zahra Mahboubi- Fooladi

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Safety and Efficacy of Stent-assisted Coiling of Unruptured Distal Anterior Cerebral Artery Aneurysms with Low-profile Braided Stents

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Publication date: Available online 14 February 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Guosai Zhang, Yunan Shen, Heng Ni, Zhenyu Jia, Xinglong Liu, Bin Wang, Guangdong Lu, Haibin Shi, Linbo Zhao, Sheng Liu

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Pulmonary disease in paediatric patients with trisomy 21: a review of imaging findings

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Publication date: Available online 14 February 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Caoimhe McDonnell, Heba Elbaaly, Ruth OReilly, Michael Courtney, Angela T.

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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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Ultrasonographic assessment of the uterocervical angle in the second trimester of pregnancy as a predictor of spontaneous preterm birth

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Publication date: Available online 14 February 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Estevo Gabriel Nicolau, Leonardo Oliveira Reis

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Ultrasound-Guided Attenuation Parameter: A Liver Fat Quantification Technique for Forecasting the Progression of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease in Overweight/Obese Patients?

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Publication date: Available online 14 February 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Meng Fanbo, Linping Pian, Quanjiang Wang, Jie Chen, Yameng Liu, Jingjing Zhao

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