UCSF Biomedical Imaging

JULY 31, 2023

In pediatric imaging, anesthesia is commonly thought to be necessary for obtaining high-quality diagnostic imaging, but an innovative program at the UCSF is challenging that idea. The Scan Without Anesthesia Program (SWAP) is a collaborative effort by clinicians, radiographic technologists, nurses and Child Life Specialists to prepare children for successful imaging without anesthesia.

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Diagnostic Imaging

JULY 31, 2023

Through automated processing of diffusion-weighted magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans, the Advanced Neuro Diagnostic Imaging (ANDI) software performs detailed analysis of white matter microstructure.

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Imaging Technology

JULY 31, 2023

milla1cf Mon, 07/31/2023 - 21:33 July 31, 2023 — The American College of Radiology (ACR) has issued a statement regarding ACP colorectal cancer screening guidelines, which reads as follows. The American College of Physicians (ACP) guidance against CT colonography use to screen for colorectal cancer (CRC) represents a step backward – particularly in underserved communities where screening rates are lower and CRC death rates are much higher.

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CurveBeam AI

JULY 31, 2023

Syndesmosis A syndesmotic ankle sprain, also known as high ankle sprain, is an injury to one or more of the ligaments comprising the distal tibiofibular syndesmosis. A weight bearing CT scan can: Provide increased sensitivity and specificity over radiographs​. Differentiate pathology from natural variability in patient anatomy via contralateral comparison to uninjured ankle as internal control 1.

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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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Diagnostic Imaging

JULY 31, 2023

Full Brain Solution is reportedly the only artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled software that facilitates detection of medium vessel occlusions (MeVOs) as well as anterior and posterior large vessel occlusions (LVOs) on computed tomography (CT) exams.

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Diagnostic Imaging

JULY 31, 2023

In a study of 413 men with suspected prostate cancer, researchers found the combination of ultrasound and multiparametric MRI-targeted biopsy with systematic biopsy diagnosed prostate cancer in 72.9 percent of patients in comparison to 60.2 percent with systematic biopsy alone.

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Radiology Business

JULY 31, 2023

The Los Angeles-based imaging center operator believes its expanding management team is "indicative of strong momentum" within RadNet's business lines.

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Health Imaging

JULY 31, 2023

Healthcare AI continues its march into clinical departments as well as imaging activities. In the process, it’s only multiplying break-and-entry points seductive to cybercriminals.

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Radiology Business

JULY 31, 2023

“Imaging for nonspecific low back pain” was listed as the most frequently occurring low-value service, impacting upward of 9.3% of beneficiaries.

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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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JULY 31, 2023

The world’s most popular supplier of cloud services has become a dedicated radiology vendor.

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Radiology Business

JULY 31, 2023

Its decision drew concern from the radiology community, which has fought to increase awareness around this alternative to colonoscopy.

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Health IT Analytics

JULY 31, 2023

New research described how the desire to digitally transform healthcare contributes to third-party technology investments.

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Radiology Business

JULY 31, 2023

Experts said that radiologists, along with others who order imaging, stand to benefit from the bipartisan proposal, issued on Monday.

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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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Vesta Teleradiology

JULY 31, 2023

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning to consumers on July 17 about avoiding the use of ultrasound devices from a Texas-based manufacturer and distributor called RoyalVibe Health. The company sells direct-to-consumer ultrasound scanners, marketing them to be used for various medical purposes, including diagnosing and treating serious conditions like cancer, diabetes, heart disease, Parkinson’s, and depression.

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Radiology Business

JULY 31, 2023

The college issued a detailed breakdown of the 2024 MPFS Friday, offering insight into the “complex” formula for how much the specialty stands to lose.

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MedImaging Ultrasound

JULY 31, 2023

Researchers have developed a wearable ultrasound device that can detect tumors in their early stages and could particularly benefit patients at a high risk of developing breast cancer between routine mammograms.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 31, 2023

Clinical AI firm Aidoc has released updates to its Full Brain Solution, an acut. Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: Aidoc to partner with Northwell Health Aidoc's algorithms go live in Epic's App Orchard Ken.

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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.

European Society of Radiology: AI

JULY 31, 2023

The authors of this study developed a CT-based artificial intelligence model with the ability to differentiate between benign and malignant ovarian tumors, showing high accuracy and specificity. In coordination with less-experienced radiologists, the model helped in the performance of ovarian tumor assessment, with applications to provide better therapeutic strategies for patients with ovarian tumors.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 31, 2023

A relatively simple electronic health record (EHR) intervention reduces th. Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: Do PCPs order musculoskeletal imaging appropriately?

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JVIR

JULY 31, 2023

Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) is a standard of care to maintain the patency of arteriovenous fistulae or grafts. During PTA, balloon rupture may occur, especially when high pressures are required, and removal of a ruptured balloon may be problematic, particularly when the rupture is circumferential. A percutaneous retrieval method using a second sheath, the “bilateral umbrella retraction” technique, is described herein.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 31, 2023

FAPI-PET imaging can predict how patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinom. Read more on AuntMinnie.

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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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Diagnostic Imaging

JULY 31, 2023

Catch up on the most viewed content at Diagnostic imaging in July 2023.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 31, 2023

CT colonography (CTC) is not recommended for colorectal cancer screening, accordin. Read more on AuntMinnie.

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REBEL EM

JULY 31, 2023

Background: The ongoing debate between video laryngoscopy (VL) and direct laryngoscopy (DL) has ignited intense debate within the emergency medicine and critical care communities. A recent pragmatic, randomized, multicenter trial (The DEVICE Trial) compared the two techniques to determine if VL outperformed DL in first-pass success (FPS). In this blog post, we explore the study’s key findings, strengths, and limitations, providing valuable insights while navigating the complexities of airway man

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AuntMinnie

JULY 31, 2023

The American College of Radiology (ACR) has earned certification for informatio. Read more on AuntMinnie.

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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?