Fri.Feb 02, 2024

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MRI Study Reveals Significant Brain Changes in Adolescent Football Players

Diagnostic Imaging

In contrast to high-school athletes from non-contact sports, adolescent football players had a variety of brain changes, including numerous areas of cortical thinning, increased sulcal depth and decreased coherence of neural signals in the frontal and medial regions, according to newly published magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) research.

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Cancer screening hasn't rebounded to prepandemic levels

AuntMinnie

Preventive health screenings, including those for screening mammography, have not rebounded to pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels, a new study published February 2 in JAMA Health Forum found. Researchers led by Rishi Wadhera, MD, from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston found that eligible adults were significantly less likely to receive breast cancer screening and other types of health screening in 2021 compared with 2019.

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DeepTek.ai Unveiled the World's First Commercially Available US FDA Cleared CADe Chest X-Ray AI Solution Covering the Entire Chest Region at RSNA23

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 02/02/2024 - 17:02 February 2, 2024 — DeepTek.ai , a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for medical imaging, announced the commercial availability of Augmento X-Ray , a one of its kind CADe Chest X-Ray AI solution powered by US FDA Cleared CXR AI at the world's largest radiology conference - Radiology Society of North America’s ( RSNA ) 109th Annual Meeting.

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PET/CT radiomics predicts outcomes in women with cervical cancer

AuntMinnie

A radiomics nomogram based on F-18 FDG-PET/CT imaging could help clinicians assess long-term outcomes in women undergoing treatment for locally advanced cervical cancer, according to a study published January 30 in BMC Cancer. The nomogram was tested in women who had undergone radiochemotherapy and effectively predicted 3-year and five-year progression-free survival outcomes, noted co-corresponding author Ruozheng Wang, PhD, of Xinjiang Medical University in Urumuqi, China.

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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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RayStation in More Than 1,000 Radiotherapy Centers Worldwide

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 02/02/2024 - 17:06 February 2, 2024 — RaySearch Laboratories announced that the number of radiotherapy centers that have chosen RayStation for treatment planning now exceeds 1,000. The first version of RayStation was launched in 2009 and the system is now available in cancer centers in 43 countries worldwide. The United States has the largest number of RayStation centers with more than 285 customers, followed by Japan, with around 220 centers, and China, where around 90 centers

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FUJIFILM Sonosite Introduces Sonosite Voice Assist, a Groundbreaking Voice Command Feature for Point of Care Ultrasound

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 02/02/2024 - 17:10 February 2, 2024 — FUJIFILM Sonosite Inc., a leader in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) solutions, announced the launch of Sonosite Voice Assist application, a first-of-its-kind voice command feature that enables proceduralists to control their Sonosite PX and Sonosite LX systems hands-free during sterile or clean procedures, including central venous access, peripheral nerve blocks, among many other intricate patient procedures.

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Biogen discontinues Alzheimer’s drug Aduhelm, once expected to spur surge in imaging use

Radiology Business

Screening for the drug necessitated a PET scan, and individuals also required a baseline MRI within one year before treatment, with more to follow.

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International Societies Suggest Key Considerations for AI Radiology Tools

MedImaging Imaging IT

RSNA, along with four international radiology societies, has issued a joint statement on the development and application of AI tools in radiology.

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Radiology AI marketplace CARPL raises $6M in seed funding

Radiology Business

Software investor Stellaris Venture Partners led the funding round, with additional contributions from UnitedHealth Group, Bain & Co. and LeapFrog Investments.

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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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Can robots transform U.S. medical isotope production?

AuntMinnie

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is funding efforts to test whether a robotics system can safely increase the production of medical isotopes, according to scientists at the Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, IL. Ultimately, those running the project hope to replace systems based on technologies used in national labs in the U.S. since the 1940s, noted nuclear physicist Jerry Nolen, PhD, principal investigator.

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Predictive Model Accurately Tracks Alzheimer’s Disease Progression

Health IT Analytics

The DETree framework combines Alzheimer’s progression modeling with individual prediction to forecast how a patient’s disease may develop over time.

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Thinner gray matter ribbons signal long-term dementia risk

Health Imaging

Researchers examined decade-old MR images from Framingham Heart Study participants to develop their observation.

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FDA Clears AI-Powered Digital Cytology Platform for Cervical Cancer

Diagnostic Imaging

Combining advanced volumetric imaging technology with deep learning, the Genius Digital Diagnostics System has reportedly shown a 28 percent reduction in false negatives for high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions and other severe lesions in comparison to microscopic review.

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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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Department Chair Christopher Hess, MD, PhD, is Recognized for Five Years of Leadership

UCSF Biomedical Imaging

On Wednesday, January 24, School of Medicine Dean Talmadge King congratulated Christopher Hess, MD, PhD, at his Five-Year Stewardship Review Read-out.

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An AI Model Is NOT an AI Product

Aidoc

One of the most prevalent misconceptions in the AI world, and particularly among AI companies, is the false equivalence of AI models and AI products. However, in the same way that code alone does not constitute a product, an AI model does not represent an end-to-end solution, especially in a clinical environment. Several layers contribute to creating a viable healthcare product, of which the AI model is just one aspect.

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Pill-Shaped Ultrasound Transducer to Benefit Pediatric Patients and Older Adults

MedImaging Ultrasound

Philips, which pioneered the TEE ultrasound transducer technology, has developed the X11-4t Mini 3D TEE transducer, expanding the range of patients who can benefit from this vital imaging tool.

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BLS Employment Situation Report: January 2024

MRI Network

This month’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) payroll report is traditionally viewed through a political lens as both parties focus on the data to help shape their presidential election-year messaging. The January readout is also thought to be influential in the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision-making process. Today’s data added some clarity as the Labor Department January payroll report indicated total non-farm payroll employment increased by a surprisingly robust total of 353,000 jobs.

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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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Mindray inks strategic agreement with Aegle

AuntMinnie

Mindray North America has inked a distribution agreement with Ohio-based Aegle Medical Solutions. Under terms of the agreement, Aegle Medical Solutions will be the sole distributor of Mindray's Hepatus-Series Transient Elastography Diagnostic Ultrasound systems for noninvasive liver disease management. Mindray maintains global headquarters in Shenzhen, China.

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ACR’s outgoing chief dishes on what when wrong with AUC and how to get it back on track

Radiology Business

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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NYU Langone Health turns former department store into health center

AuntMinnie

NYU Langone Health opened an ambulatory center on Long Island, NY, in January in a converted former Bloomingdale's and Sears store. The new center houses 32 clinical specialties, including radiology, and encompasses a half-mile and an entire square block, according to NYU Langone Health NewsHub. At 260,000 square feet, the center is located one mile from NYU Langone Hospital - Long Island.

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How to Have a Life Outside of Work

MRI Network

It‘s imperative for leaders to have a life outside of work in order to stay grounded and happy. But finding ways to do this as a leader can be challenging. Being a leader of a company takes a lot of time. People constantly rely on you, and you can feel like you are always on call. Here are some tips to help you figure out how to create a life outside of work. 1.

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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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Harvard professor accused of doctoring images used in decades of research

Health Imaging

A total of 28 studies have been flagged as potentially fraudulent, with some published as early as 2001.

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Horos & Purview Image - What’s the Difference?

Purview

Horos, a free medical image viewer for Mac computers, is used around the world due by over half a million (500,000) users in over 170 countries due to its powerful capabilities, ease of use, and free price point. Clinicians, researchers, students, and even IT professionals can easily handle medical images in a powerful viewer moments after downloading the program.

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Harvard professor accused of manipulating images used in decades of research

Health Imaging

A total of 28 studies have been flagged as potentially fraudulent, with some published as early as 2001.

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MRI-based radiomics model to preoperatively predict mesenchymal transition subtype in high-grade serous ovarian cancer

ScienceDirect

Publication date: Available online 1 February 2024 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Z. Lin, H. Ge, Q. Guo, J. Ren, W. Gu, J. Lu, Y. Zhong, J. Qiang, J. Gong, H.

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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?