Fri.Nov 17, 2023

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Private Equity & Piracy Metaphors

Ben White

Time horizons, incentives, and moral hazard: a very enjoyable easy-listening zoomed-out discussion of the Private Equity industry on the Freakonomics podcast. If you find the discussion of healthcare and PE on this site and others to be too tedious and haven’t learned more about this very large and very important industry, this is a great well-produced episode.

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Is Photon Counting CT a Better Option than Dual-Energy CT for Pulmonary Angiography?

Diagnostic Imaging

Performing computed tomography pulmonary angiography (CTPA) with a high-pitch photon counting detector (PCD) offers enhanced signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and contrast-to-noise ratio (CNR) at a reduced radiation dose in comparison to employing an energy-integrating detector (EID), according to new research.

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Road to RSNA 2023: MRI Preview

AuntMinnie

The RSNA meeting always showcases the particular benefits MRI brings to the healthcare enterprise, and this year will be no exception. One of the modality's exciting growing edges is cardiac imaging, and attendees can expect to hear a broad range of research on the topic, from how real-time MRI can be combined with deep learning to assess cardiac volumetry and how it can help clinicians "map" the effects of stroke, to using 7-tesla MRI to evaluate ventricular structure and function in patients w

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Company launches world's first online portal for MRI safety reporting

Health Imaging

The web-based portal aims to log all accidents and any associated remedies, bringing as much information as possible to a central location.

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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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ASTRO proposes new guidelines for aggressive breast cancer and DCIS

AuntMinnie

The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) has released a proposed update to clinical practice guidelines for partial breast radiation as an alternative to whole breast radiation for early-stage invasive breast cancer and ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS). ASTRO’s recommendations are based on evidence from major clinical trials, said Janice Lyons, MD, chair of the guideline task force at the University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center in Cleveland, OH, in a statement released by the societ

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Music therapy a cheap, safe method for reducing patient anxiety during radiology procedures

Radiology Business

Researchers administered a 40-question anxiety inventory to measure individuals’ levels of unease during thyroid biopsies, experts detailed in Academic Radiology.

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What’s New in MRI Technology — 2024 Edition

Cassling's MRI

With so many technological advancements happening across all of healthcare, it’s easy to lose sight of the incredible evolution happening to one of the cornerstones of the hospital imaging experience: MRI. 2024 will continue to see a number of improvements to the MRI patient experience, the workflows of imaging teams and the systems that are crucial to ensuring the image is of the highest quality necessary to aid in a successful diagnosis.

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Healthcare giant Dignity Health acquiring 70-year-old radiology practice

Radiology Business

MD Imaging sees about 500 patients a day, but like others, has grappled with economic challenges including rising costs and decreasing reimbursement.

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Siemens Healthineers unveils smaller dual source CT machine, designed for rural areas

Health Imaging

The Somatom Pro.Pulse consumes 20% less power when compared to larger machines, reducing costs for healthcare organizations.

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Radiology services much harder to come by if you’re Black or Latino and living in the US

Radiology Business

Relative to other hospitals, those serving racial and ethnic minorities had significantly lower odds of offering 7 of 12 diagnostic radiology exams, new research shows.

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Survey highlights portable ultrasound adoption trends, challenges

Health Imaging

A poll of 150 physicians from vendor Exo reveals that despite the benefits of POCUS systems, adoption remains limited.

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Philips inks 8-year partnership worth up to $115M with NYU Langone Health

Radiology Business

As part of the deal, the top-ranked academic medical center will adopt Philips’ AI-powered imaging technologies, including handheld US.

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Gallium Radiopharmaceuticals in Medical Imaging

Open Medscience

Gallium, predicted by Mendeleev, now revolutionises medical diagnostics with its unique radiopharmaceutical applications in oncology. The post Gallium Radiopharmaceuticals in Medical Imaging appeared first on Open Medscience.

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Radiation therapy company RefleXion Medical raises $105M

Radiology Business

The Rise Fund, private equity firm TPG’s multi-sector global impact offshoot, led the fundraising round.

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Groundbreaking Radpair to Showcase Innovative Radiology Technology at RSNA 2023

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 11/17/2023 - 18:11 November 18, 2023 — Radpair , a pioneering platform at the forefront of radiology innovation, is poised to make a groundbreaking debut at the upcoming Radiological Society of North America ( RSNA ) conference. As the leading event in the radiology industry, RSNA provides the ideal stage for Radpair to unveil its revolutionary generative AI -driven technology, which promises to redefine radiology reporting and elevate patient care.

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Connecting Health Horizons: Exploring Teleradiology Services in Nashik, Ahmedabad, Kolhapur, and Pune

Future Teleradiology

Introduction: In recent times, the field of healthcare has undergone a transformative journey, with technological advancements playing a pivotal role. One such innovation that has revolutionized medical diagnostics is Teleradiology. This blog aims to delve into the landscape of Teleradiology services in four vibrant Indian cities – Nashik, Ahmedabad, Kolhapur, and Pune.

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Hiring for Risk Management Leaders in Construction Projects: Best Practices

MRI Network

Moving a complex project seamlessly from blueprint to completion involves navigating countless interdependent variables. Supply chains, equipment breakdowns, weather events, labor pools – with so much uncertainty inherent in the process, having strong risk management leadership on board is an essential ingredient for success. But when recruiting for these pivotal roles, what specific skills and traits should hiring managers zero in on?

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Imaging Excellence Unveiled: Teleradiology Across Nashik, Ahmedabad, Kolhapur, and Pune

Future Teleradiology

Introduction: In a groundbreaking stride towards healthcare innovation, the cities of Nashik, Ahmedabad, Kolhapur, and Pune have embraced a transformative solution—Teleradiology. This blog aims to unravel the narrative of imaging excellence as Teleradiology unfolds its potential across these dynamic urban landscapes. Nashik’s Radiant Revolution: Explore how Teleradiology is reshaping diagnostic imaging in Nashik.

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Siemens Healthineers Broadens Access to High-End Dual Source CT Technology

Imaging Technology

mtaschetta-millane Fri, 11/17/2023 - 08:39 November 17, 2023 — With the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse 1 , Siemens Healthineers presents a new Dual Source computed tomography (CT) scanner that is more accessible for smaller and rural facilities as well as outpatient diagnostic centers. Lifecycle costs are lower than other Dual Source systems due to an improved cooling system and more efficient power consumption.

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Imaging Excellence Unveiled: Teleradiology Across Nashik, Ahmedabad, Kolhapur, and Pune

Future Teleradiology

Introduction: In a groundbreaking stride towards healthcare innovation, the cities of Nashik, Ahmedabad, Kolhapur, and Pune have embraced a transformative solution—Teleradiology. This blog aims to unravel the narrative of imaging excellence as Teleradiology unfolds its potential across these dynamic urban landscapes. Nashik’s Radiant Revolution: Explore how Teleradiology is reshaping diagnostic imaging in Nashik.

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20th Annual Research Symposium Highlights Biomedical Imaging Innovations

UCSF Biomedical Imaging

Imaging scientists presented ground-breaking radiology research and biomedical imaging innovations at the 20 th Annual UCSF Radiology Imaging Research Symposium on Wednesday, Nov. 15, at Genentech Hall in Mission Bay.

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Beyond Borders: A Radiant Perspective on Teleradiology Services in Nashik, Ahmedabad, Kolhapur, and Pune

Future Teleradiology

Introduction: Embarking on a journey beyond geographical boundaries, Teleradiology has emerged as a beacon of progress in Nashik, Ahmedabad, Kolhapur, and Pune. This blog seeks to illuminate the radiant perspective that Teleradiology brings to these diverse cities, transcending traditional limitations in diagnostic imaging. Navigating Geographical Frontiers: Discuss the significance of Teleradiology in transcending geographical constraints in providing diagnostic services.

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AI can enable lower breast MRI contrast dose

AuntMinnie

Wednesday, November 29 | 9:40 a.m.-9:50 a.m. | W3-SSBR08-2 | Room S406A A deep learning-based technique could pave the way for lower doses of gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs) in breast MRI, according to this presentation. GBCAs are widely used in breast cancer screening and evaluating treatment response, but various safety concerns have resulted in a need for dose reduction, according to Srivathsa Pasumarthi Venkata of AI software developer Subtle Medical and colleagues.

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Apparent diffusion coefficient and its standard deviation from diffusion-weighted imaging in preoperative predicting liver invasion by T 3 -staged resectable gallbladder carcinoma

ScienceDirect

Publication date: Available online 16 November 2023 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Zhao Tang, Yu-ping Wu, Bang-guo Tan, Xiao-qian Chen, Wen-wen Guo, Ke-shan Wu, Xiao-ming Zhang, Tian-wu Chen, Hai-ying Zhou

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Gadoquatrane performs at lower dose than gadobutrol for contrast MRI

AuntMinnie

Wednesday, November 29 | 3:30 p.m.-3:40 p.m. | W7-SSNR13-4 | Room E353C Gadoquatrane lowers the gadolinium dose by 60% compared with current standard of care macrocyclic gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs) for central nervous system (CNS) contrast-enhanced MR imaging, according to this Wednesday afternoon talk. A team led by presenter Benjamin Pan Liu, MD, of Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, conducted a phase II study that included 50 patients with known or suspected central nervous syste

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AOFAS Winter Meeting 2024

CurveBeam AI

The post AOFAS Winter Meeting 2024 appeared first on CurveBeam AI.

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How does low-field MRI compare to standard for lumbar spine imaging?

AuntMinnie

Tuesday, November 28 | 5:20 p.m.-5:30 p.m. | T8-SSNR09-5 | Room N227B Low-field MRI (0.55-tesla) produces comparable diagnostic quality images for lumbar spine imaging compared with a standard MRI field strength, according to study results to be presented Tuesday afternoon. "Routine clinical lumbar spine imaging at 0.55-tesla produces diagnostic quality images and high interreader agreement in diagnosis of routine spinal pathology," wrote presenter Anna Lavrova, MD, of the University of Michigan

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ACFAS 2024

CurveBeam AI

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Fast MRI shows promise for more accurate brain diagnoses

AuntMinnie

Wednesday, November 29 | 9:30 a.m.-9:40 a.m. | W3-SSNR10-1 | Room E353C In this scientific session, researchers will present study findings that suggest that a deep learning-based fast MRI reconstruction model improves the efficiency and quality of brain MRI exams in both spin-echo and gradient-echo sequences. The findings could improve patient care and curb healthcare expenditures, wrote a team led by presenter Kyu Sung Choi, MD, PhD, of Seoul National University Hospital in South Korea.

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AAOS 2024

CurveBeam AI

The post AAOS 2024 appeared first on CurveBeam AI.

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