AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

U.S. Alzheimer’s disease (AD) research centers saw a 77% drop in participants enrolling in clinical trials due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study conducted by epidemiologists at the University of Pittsburgh. Notably, the effect was experienced most keenly by historically underserved populations, with a 91% drop in Black/African American participants compared with 71% in white participants, wrote lead author Elizabeth Shaaban, PhD, of the school’s Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (

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UCSF Biomedical Imaging

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The complex process of drifting from wakefulness to sleep is governed by the brain’s cortex, and new research from UCSF imaging scientists advances our understanding of this important phenomenon.

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ScienceDaily

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Scientists have found soundwaves from low-intensity focused ultrasound aimed at a place deep in the brain called the insula can reduce both the perception of pain and other effects of pain, such as heart rate changes.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

PET imaging using a newly developed radiotracer has identified different patterns of brain tau pathology over time in early-onset versus late-onset Alzheimer’s disease patients, according to a study published February 1 in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine. The study found that tau protein tangles showed rapid accumulation globally in early-onset patients and that this correlated with their verbal memory deterioration.

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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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Radiology Business

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Radiology Business recently sat down with William T. Thorwarth Jr., MD, to discuss the future of value-based care in the specialty and how Congress can help remedy the program of what ails it.

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Radiology Business

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The University of Utah Health department of radiology recently tackled a quality improvement project to quash wasted minutes spent seeking syringes and other items in storage.

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REBEL EM

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Background: The optimal management of primary, spontaneous pneumothorax (sPTX) remains an area of active debate. The British Thoracic Society recommends the least invasive approach possible. In contrast, the American College of Chest Physicians favors first-line chest tube drainage for any sPTX with an estimated volume of over 20%.(3) A Cochrane systematic review comparing simple aspiration with drainage for adult cases identified several randomized controlled trials of small, heterogeneous po

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Radiology Business

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

“Alternative investment firm” Stonepeak spent an additional $130 million on Akumin before taking over the organization this month.

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Medical Xpress: Radiology

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurological disease that usually leads to permanent disabilities. It affects about 2.9 million people worldwide, and about 15,000 in Switzerland alone. One key feature of the disease is that it causes the patient's own immune system to attack and destroy the myelin sheaths in the central nervous system.

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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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ScienceDaily

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Many neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, are difficult to diagnose before symptoms begin to appear. However, disease-related biomarkers such as aggregated proteins called amyloids could provide important insight much earlier, if they can be readily detected. Researchers have developed one such method using an array of sensor molecules that can light up amyloids.

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UCSF Biomedical Imaging

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The complex process of drifting from wakefulness to sleep is governed by the brain’s cortex, and new research from UCSF imaging scientists advances our understanding of this important phenomenon.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

ChatGPT can simplify responses to questions about breast cancer prevention and screening by improving the reading ease and readability of educational materials while maintaining overall clinical appropriateness, researchers have found. The findings could translate to better support for patients navigating breast cancer screening, wrote a team led by Hana Haver, MD, of the University of Maryland Medical Intelligent Imaging Center in Baltimore.

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Diagnostic Imaging

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In a comparative study of energy-integrating detector CT myelography versus photon-counting detector CT (PCD-CT) myelography for the detection of cerebrospinal fluid-venous fistulas (CVFs) in cases of spontaneous intracranial hypotension, PCD-CT myelography demonstrated 10 to 19 percent higher sensitivity rates with reviewing radiologists.

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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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Medical Xpress: Radiology

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

A group of researchers, led by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), has developed a computer program to identify potential tumors in the human breast, making use of the observation that malignant breast tumors distribute heat differently to healthy breast tissue.

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Diagnostic Imaging

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Going beyond the humdrum, eye roll-inducing platitudes of orientation training may foster improved attention and adherence to training priorities such as cybersecurity.

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Radiology Business

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Plaintiff attorneys also alleged the sedative was administered in an excessive dose, forcing the woman to go back on anti-seizure meds and delay her fertility treatment.

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Diagnostic Imaging

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

With reported increases in tuberculosis cases after the COVID-19 pandemic, the qSpot-TB adjunctive artificial intelligence (AI) device may facilitate improved diagnosis of the disease on chest X-rays.

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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.

Aidoc

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in medical imaging has experienced substantial growth in recent years, with more than 450 AI-based medical devices gaining approval in both Europe and the USA. As hospitals grapple with rising costs and staff shortages, AI has emerged as a pivotal tool in making healthcare smarter and more efficient. However, in a landscape flooded with AI options and patient outcomes at stake, the significance of selecting the right AI solution is critical.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The American Cancer Society (ACS) and Pfizer have inked a three-year, $15 million initiative to mitigate cancer care disparities. Called " Change the Odds: Uniting to Improve Cancer Outcomes ," the project is intended to serve "medically underrepresented communities across the U.S. by enhancing awareness of and access to cancer screenings [particularly for breast and prostate cancer], clinical trial opportunities, and patient support and comprehensive navigation," the ACS and Pfizer said.

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MedImaging General Imaging

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

A new tool powered by machine learning could serve as a complementary, non-invasive, and pain-free alternative to mammography for early breast cancer detection.

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MRI Network

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The use of sustainable construction materials is of growing importance throughout the construction industry. Of course, consumers choosing “green” or “eco-friendly” appliances, lighting, and even solar power is important, but building from the ground up with a sustainable focus is even more impactful, and is increasingly what today’s home buyers want and expect.

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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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Health Imaging

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Lyle McMillin, with radiology IT vendor Hyland, explains trends he sees in the market and a definite shift toward cloud and enterprise imaging to address challenges in the market.

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Lake Medical Imaging

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Tasks Performed: Is familiar with the use of all file room equipment and information systems. Is familiar with the established Policies and Procedures for the File Room. Maintains work area: neat and stocked. Performs other duties as assigned by the Team Leader, Technical Director, or Radiologists. Job Specifications (Education and Training): High School Graduate [.

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Aidoc

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Dr. Dushyant Sahani, Chair of Radiology at University of Washington Medicine, explains the priorities of health systems in increasing clinical efficiency and the opportunities that lay ahead for radiology by integrating artificial intelligence into radiological workflows. Click here to watch the full webinar. The post Opportunities for Artificial Intelligence in Radiology appeared first on Healthcare AI | Aidoc Always-on AI.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

An Arizona woman is suing Thompson Peak SimonMed Imaging Center in Scottsdale, AZ, for malpractice, according to a report posted February 2 by ABC15 Arizona. The suit alleges that she was given a life-threatening dose of the sedative diazepam (Valium) instead of contrast media during a 2021 MRI scan. The dose was 50 mg, the outlet reported. "For someone to get five times the recommended (FDA) max dosage is extraordinary and extraordinary negligence," the patient's attorney, Rachel Fitzpatrick, s

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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?