Thu.Jan 11, 2024

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Point-of-care decision support reduces unnecessary CT, MRI imaging

AuntMinnie

A point-of-care, web-based clinical decision support tool shows promise for not only reducing the incidence of inappropriate CT or MR imaging but also patients' radiation exposure and even carbon emissions caused by unnecessary exams, researchers have found. "[Our study found that] implementation of the point-of-care clinical decision support tool reduced the number of patients who simultaneously had a CT and MRI ordered for the same clinical indication compared to a standalone web-based clinica

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Theranostics Bridging Diagnostics and Therapy for Targeted Treatment

Open Medscience

Theranostics merges diagnostics and therapy, revolutionising personalised medicine with genetic profiling and targeted treatment strategies. The post Theranostics Bridging Diagnostics and Therapy for Targeted Treatment appeared first on Open Medscience.

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Carestream Launches New DRX Excel Plus X-ray System with Advanced Features to Improve Productivity and Patient Experience

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Thu, 01/11/2024 - 08:22 January 11, 2024 — Carestream Health has launched a new and enhanced DRX-Excel Plus X-ray System that boosts the performance of the powerful, two-in-one solution to enable more productivity and efficiency, higher image quality, and an improved experience for users and patients. Carestream’s DRX-Excel Plus X-ray System is a flexible solution for both fluoroscopy and general radiology that can deliver real-time, high-quality images for a wide range of exams whi

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Ultrasonic flow ratio reliable for assessing coronary stenosis

AuntMinnie

Ultrasonic flow ratio is a reliable method for computing fractional flow reserve in assessing coronary stenosis, a study published January 9 in the International Journal of Cardiology found. Researchers led by Cheng Yang from the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences in Beijing found that this novel intravascular ultrasound (IVUS)-derived method has excellent concordance with fractional flow ratio, is non-inferior to quantitative flow reserve, and is superior to minimum lumen area.

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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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Common factors associated with delays in filling outpatient MRI orders

Radiology Business

Female patients and those with public insurance plans were much more likely than others to witness delays of 10 days or more, according to new research.

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Radiology groups see mixed bag in feds’ proposal to fix the No Surprises Act

Radiology Business

"We strongly urge the departments to establish and enforce penalties for noncompliance," ACR CEO William Thorwarth, MD, wrote to the administration.

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Radiologists in Europe ramp up testing of AI

AuntMinnie

Four out of seven commercially available AI algorithms for detecting lung nodules on x-rays performed better than human readers, while two algorithms for predicting bone age fell short, in a study published January 9 in Radiology. The study validates the methodology of an initiative called Project AIR, which the researchers developed to standardize testing of AI radiology products cleared for use in Europe, noted lead author Kicky van Leeuwen, a doctoral candidate at Radboud University in Nijmeg

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Key Takeaways from Multidisciplinary Roundtable on Intravascular Ultrasound Use for Peripheral Vascular Interventions

Diagnostic Imaging

Noting the challenges with angiography in the imaging of lower extremity revascularization, a panel of interventional radiologists, interventional cardiologists and vascular surgeons discussed emerging evidence that supports the use of intravascular ultrasound in facilitating improved outcomes in this high-risk patient population.

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NIH awards $150M for nationwide imaging study to better understand ‘mixed dementia’

Health Imaging

The UW School of Medicine is receiving the grant for a five-year study with an anticipated 2,000 participants.

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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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Cannabis and the brain: What's the long-term impact?

AuntMinnie

Researchers in New Zealand have used MRI to evaluate the effects of cannabis (or marijuana) on the aging brain. They presented their findings at the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM) annual meeting in Toronto, Canada, and our report on their work was the most viewed article on AuntMinnie.com in 2023. For an update, we caught up with Rebecca Lee, a doctoral candidate in medical physics and imaging at the University of Otago and the New Zealand Brain Research Institu

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RSNA extends contract in Chicago, reaffirms schedule changes

Health Imaging

The annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America will stay in Chicago until at least 2032.

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Fraudster radiology business owner says conviction should be tossed over jury’s COVID-19 vaccination status

Radiology Business

Portable Radiology Services' former President Thomas G. O’Lear contended that the pool should have contained anti-vax jurors like him.

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New X-Ray System Offers Features to Enhance Radiology Workflows

Diagnostic Imaging

In addition to high-quality X-ray and fluoroscopic images, the DRX-Excel Plus X-ray System provides automated filter selection, grid parking and positioning of table axes.

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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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Private equity-backed radiology provider LucidHealth selects leader to oversee its Midwest strategy

Radiology Business

Daniel Howell will steer the strategic direction of the Columbus-based company's 50 sites across Ohio and Wisconsin.

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World’s First Prototype for Real-time Tracking of Moving Tumors Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging During Proton Therapy Goes into Scientific Application

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Thu, 01/11/2024 - 07:59 January 11, 2024 — On January 9 th , 2024, a scientific prototype for MRI-guided proton therapy was inaugurated in Dresden. With this installation, experts from the fields of medicine, medical physics, biology and engineering are embarking on the scientific testing of a new form of radiotherapy for treating cancer. For the first time globally, a full-body MRI device for real-time imaging is combined with a proton therapy system in the form of a prototype.

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Reporting the Unreported with Clinical AI: Lessons From Region Halland

Aidoc

Incidental pulmonary embolism (iPE) is a common complication in cancer patients and is a key cause of morbidity and mortality. Despite regular CT scans, studies show that cancer-associated iPE is often unreported , resulting in an increased risk of progression and new pulmonary emboli. Given the rising demand for medical imaging in European health systems, how can AI help radiologists manage incidental pathologies such as iPE and ensure patients get timely treatment?

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Photon-Counting Detector CT Virtual Monoenergetic Images for Coronary Artery Stenosis

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Thu, 01/11/2024 - 08:12 January 11, 2024 — According to the American Journal of Roentgenology ( AJR ) , photon-counting detector (PCD) CT with virtual monoenergetic imaging (VMI) reconstruction can help overcome present limitations in stenosis quantification on coronary CTA. “When performing coronary CTA by PCD CT, the selection of VMI level influences stenosis assessment in calcified and mixed plaque, thereby potentially impacting clinical decision-making,” wrote corresponding author

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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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Targeted MRI Offers Rapid, Non-Invasive Test for Liver Fibrosis

MedImaging MRI

A new study has led to the development of a nanoparticle-based contrast agent suitable for the targeted MRI diagnosis of liver fibrosis.

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Cleerly launches Cleerly Ischemia software

AuntMinnie

Cleerly is launching its Cleerly Ischemia software, which recently received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) medical device clearance. The software is an automated machine learning-based decision support tool. It is intended to be a diagnostic aid for patients undergoing coronary CT angiography (CCTA) analysis using Cleerly Labs software.

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Radiant Future: The Rise of Teleradiology in the United States (New York, California, Illinois, Texas, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Florida, Ohio, North Carolina, Indiana, Washington, Colorado, Oklahoma, Tennessee, District of Columbia, Nevada, Massachusetts, Oregon, Maryland)

Future Teleradiology

Introduction: The Bahamas, celebrated for its radiant beauty, is witnessing a remarkable transformation in healthcare with the rising prominence of teleradiology. This article explores the ascending role of teleradiology in the Bahamas, emphasizing how it is shaping a brighter future for healthcare access, diagnostics, and patient care across the islands.

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Clarius gets FDA nod for bladder AI tool

AuntMinnie

Clarius Mobile Health has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its new Clarius Bladder AI, a noninvasive tool that automatically measures bladder volume. Clarius Bladder AI measures bladder volume and provides real-time feedback to clinicians. It recently received 510(k) clearance from the FDA. Image courtesy of PR Newswire.

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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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Ukraine’s Healthcare Makeover: Teleradiology’s Contribution (Kyiv, Lutuhyne, Liubotyn, Kharkiv, Bilohirsk, Krasnohrad, Odesa, Dolynska, Trostianets, Dnipro, Iziaslav, Popasna, Donetsk, Bilopillia, Yahotyn, Zaporizhzhia, Bohodukhiv, Henichesk, Lviv, Skvyra, Kiliia, Kryvyi Rih, Karlivka, Kalynivka, Mykolaiv, Orikhiv, Krasyliv, Sevastopo, Bilozerske, Kurakhove, Mariupol, Zolote, Volochysk, Luhansk, Yunokomunarivsk, Starobilsk, Piatykhatky, Vinnytsia, Pidhorodne, Kreminna, Makiivka, Rozdilna, Polohy, Simferopol, Horodok, Balta, Chernihiv, Chervono­partyzansk, Amvrosiivka, Kherson, Ilovaisk, Putyvl, Dniprorudne, Poltava, Berezhany, Reni, Khmelnytskyi, Novohrodivka, Vovchansk, Cherkasy, Vuhledar, Derhachi, Chernivtsi, Berezan, Bakhmach, Zhytomyr)

Future Teleradiology

Introduction: The Bahamas, renowned for its scenic beauty, is undergoing a significant healthcare makeover, with a notable contribution from teleradiology. This article explores how teleradiology is shaping a new healthcare landscape in the Bahamas, emphasizing its role in improving healthcare access, diagnostics, and patient care across the islands.

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RefleXion highlights new CMS payment rate, codes for Scintix system

AuntMinnie

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has established a national payment rate for RefleXion Medical's Scintix biology-guided radiotherapy system. CMS used its New Technology Ambulatory Payment Classification pathway to establish the payment rate. This is reserved for novel procedures that are not represented in the existing reimbursement claims data that describes new procedures and their associated resources.

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What Does AI Look Like in an Enterprise Radiology Workflow?

Aidoc

Dr. Dushyant Sahani, Chair of Radiology at University of Washington Medicine, explains how radiology AI is deployed across the enterprise and how the radiologists use AI at their workstations to help improve clinical efficiency. Click here to view the full webinar. The post What Does AI Look Like in an Enterprise Radiology Workflow? appeared first on Healthcare AI | Aidoc Always-on AI.

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Improving Healthcare Access: Teleradiology Services Reach the Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, Haiphong, Bien Hoa, Hue, Nha Trang, Can Tho, Rach Gia, Qui Nhon, Vung Tau, Da Lat)

Future Teleradiology

PET-CT-Scan-Reporting-Service Introduction: The Bahamas, renowned for its breathtaking beauty, is experiencing a significant enhancement in healthcare access through the introduction of teleradiology services. This article explores how teleradiology is playing a pivotal role in expanding healthcare access in the Bahamas, emphasizing the positive impact on diagnostics and patient care across the islands.

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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?