Thu.Aug 22, 2024

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Radiologist outlines keys to imaging success as fall sports return

AuntMinnie

Football, basketball, and hockey oh my! Sports radiologists are preparing for another fall season of high-contact sports, and that means brushing up on protocols and emphasizing teamwork among one's clinician colleagues. But getting ready for an uptick in musculoskeletal imaging doesn’t have to be daunting, according to Tim Klostermeier, MD, from UC Health in Cincinnati, OH.

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ChatGPT's medical writing is getting so good that it may soon fool AI detectors

Health Imaging

The large language model’s medical manuscripts are becoming so well constructed that it can be difficult to distinguish them from those compiled by humans.

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LCS guidelines should include occupational exposure criteria

AuntMinnie

Lung cancer screening (LCS) guidelines should include occupational exposure criteria for people such as firefighters, according to a study published August 20 in Lung. A team led by Savan Shah, MD, of Rush University Medical Center in Chicago reported that, among a cohort of 1,347 firefighters who underwent low-dose CT imaging (LDCT), only 14.6% were eligible for the test according to U.S.

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New Study Identifies Key Computed Tomography Findings for Post-Op Recurrence of Pancreatic Cancer

Diagnostic Imaging

For patients who had post-op recurrence after a Whipple procedure for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), between 80 to 86 percent of follow-up CT exams revealed new or increased soft tissue.

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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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AISAP secures FDA clearance for its Cardio POCUS system

AuntMinnie

AISAP has secured clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Cardio POCUS (point-of-care ultrasound) system. The cloud-based platform combines four computer-assisted diagnosis (CADx) modules of valvular pathologies and eight key measurements into a single cardiac ultrasound software package that automatically generates analyses, interpretations, and reports.

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DoD chooses MAUI Imaging for trauma imaging project

AuntMinnie

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has chosen MAUI Imaging for a $4 million trauma medicine contract that will include the company's computed echo tomography (CET) system. The goal of this work is to improve and speed up diagnosis and interventional care in high-volume and/or resource-limited environments, MAUI said. The firm will present a poster describing its imaging technology and its potential use in trauma diagnosis and triage at the 2024 Military Health System Research Symposium (MHSRS

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Remote Consult Protocols for Retinal Artery Occlusion: A Visionary Approach in Emergency Care?

REBEL EM

Background: Retinal artery occlusion (RAO) is a time-sensitive ophthalmic emergency that demands rapid diagnosis and intervention. Administration of intravenous tissue plasminogen activator (IV tPA) within 4.5 hours of symptom onset appears to be the most promising approach for improving visual outcomes, supported by multiple studies and meta-analyses. 1,2 Intra-arterial (IA) tPA has also shown benefit but is less well studied. 3,4 It’s important to note that the available studies have severa

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CT findings linked to heightened risk of pancreatic cancer recurrence

Health Imaging

In 2023, the Society of Abdominal Radiology released its consensus statement regarding follow-up imaging of patients who have had their cancer surgically resected.

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5 solutions for addressing errors in diagnostic radiology

Radiology Business

Omer A. Awan, MD, and colleagues detailed their advice in an Educational Perspective piece published Aug. 17 by Academic Radiology.

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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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Novel AI algorithm assists in breast cancer screening

Medical Xpress: Radiology

Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland have developed a novel artificial intelligence-based algorithm, MV-DEFEAT, to improve mammogram density assessment. This development holds promise for transforming radiological practices by enabling more precise diagnoses. The study is published in IEEE Access.

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Ultrasound imaging startup exits ‘stealth’ mode with $4M Department of Defense contract

Radiology Business

Maui Imaging says its product can produce images that are a "cross between ultrasound and CT" without the need for ionizing radiation.

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Brain enlargement may be linked to symptom severity in kids with autism spectrum disorder

Health Imaging

Social and communication symptoms appear to be more severe in children who display brain overgrowth on MRI scans.

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FDA Clears Emerging Cardiovascular Point-of-Care Ultrasound Platform

Diagnostic Imaging

Combining four CAD modules for valvular pathologies with a variety of automated measurements, the AI-enabled AISAP Cardio ultrasound system reportedly facilitates up to a 90 percent accuracy rate in detecting common cardiac conditions.

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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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FDA clears Qure.ai's AI CT software

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared Qure.ai's AI CT software qCT LN Quant. The company announced the clearance at the 2024 American Association for Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology (AABIP) meeting being held in Charlotte, NC. The software supports radiologists and pulmonologists in analyzing lung nodules on noncontrast chest CT scans and tracking volumetric growth as part of monitoring disease progression and offers quantitative characterization of solid lung nodule

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FDA Clears Advanced Lung Nodule Assessment Software for CT Scans

Diagnostic Imaging

The AI-powered qCT LN Quant software reportedly generates 2D and 3D reconstructions and facilitates assessment of morphologic data across multiple thoracic studies.

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Harnessing AI for Clinical and Operational Efficiency in Radiology: In Conversation with Sriram Mannava, MD, Columbus Radiology

Aidoc

The implementation of AI in radiology has been nothing short of transformative, offering both financial and clinical benefits. As hospitals and radiology practices across the country continue to grapple with increasing patient volumes and staffing challenges, AI has emerged as a crucial tool in improving patient care and streamlining workflows. We spoke with Sriram Mannava, MD, President of Columbus Radiology, a Radiology Partners practice, on the positive impact Aidoc has brought to his practic

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FDA Clears Updated AI Software for CT-Based Coronary Artery Calcium Assessment

Diagnostic Imaging

Key features of the HealthCCSng V2.0 software include numerical coronary artery calcium (CAC) scoring, a new zero CAC category and user customization of upper and lower limits for CAC scoring categories.

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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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60% of radiologists and other docs surveyed are unhappy with RVU-based compensation

Radiology Business

"When the focus is on volume and billable procedures and not on the quality of patient visits, you quickly realize RVU models benefit the employer," one MD said.

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ACR outlines radiology-relevant topics in FY 2025 IPPS final rule

AuntMinnie

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) federal fiscal year (FY) 2025 Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) final rule includes several radiology-relevant topics, according to a detailed summary from the American College of Radiology (ACR). The CMS finalized a 2.9% update from FY 2024 and estimated this will translate to an increase of $3.2 billion in operating and capital payments to IPPS hospitals, ACR said in its report.

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AISAP’s CARDIO AI-powered Diagnostic Assessment Software Receives FDA Clearance

Imaging Technology

tim.hodson Thu, 08/22/2024 - 11:06 Aug. 22, 2024 – AISAP has announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance for its first-of-a-kind, AI-powered AISAP CARDIO point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) software platform. The cloud-based platform combines four computer-assisted diagnosis (CADx) modules of valvular pathologies and eight key measurements into a single, comprehensive, cardiac ultrasound software package that automatically generates analyses, interpreta

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Clarity touts FDA fast track designation

AuntMinnie

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Clarity Pharmaceuticals fast-track designation for its copper-64 (Cu-64) sarcophagine (SAR) bisPSMA radiopharmaceutical. The company is investigating the potential of Cu-64 SAR-bisPSMA for PET imaging of prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) positive prostate cancer lesions for men with suspected metastasis who are candidates for initial definitive therapy.

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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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Ensuring Quality Control in Automobile Manufacturing

MRI Network

With over 1.4 billion drivers out in the world and over 51 percent of commutes requiring an automobile, automakers have an undeniable responsibility to produce high-quality vehicles. As a manufacturer, this can best be achieved through quality control. Quality control is a set of procedures and processes that ensure vehicles meet or exceed globally accepted standards of quality, safety, and reliability.

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RamSoft highlights launch of fifth Mammolink bus

AuntMinnie

3D mammography and diagnostic ultrasound service provider Mammolink has begun using its fifth RamSoft mobile mammography bus. Mammolink provides its imaging services across Florida in buses outfitted with 3D mammography imaging. The vehicles use RamSoft’s PACS and Gateway routers to manage and transfer large radiological data sets from remote areas served by the buses to a central reading location.

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Loss of smell during COVID linked to structural, functional brain alterations

Health Imaging

According to data shared by the CDC last year, around 34% of patients who contracted COVID between 2020 and 2023 reported losing their sense of smell.

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Body Vision Medical releases LungVision software update

AuntMinnie

Body Vision Medical has released a new software update for its LungVision navigation and real-time imaging platform. LungVision v2.27 provides Body Vision's AI Tomo imaging algorithm with a larger field of view. This version improves the reach and fidelity of the virtual bronchoscopy in peripheral airways, helps improve pathway planning, and converts LungVision fluoroscopes into an intraoperative tomographic imaging system for C-arm navigation and guidance, according to the company.

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?