Tue.Sep 10, 2024

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Radiologists speak during Capitol Hill briefing on key breast imaging legislation

Radiology Business

U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-Conn., convened the hearing a day before new FDA breast density notification requirements were set to go into effect on Sept. 10.

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Researchers customize top-of-the-line microscopy method with AI to better understand glioblastoma tumors

Medical Xpress: Radiology

Imagine building a traffic surveillance camera that could detect trouble-making cells speeding around in your brain before their cellular gang could commit "crimes." Most importantly, this camera could catch some of the biggest interlopers of all—cancer cells.

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American College of Radiology ‘strongly disagrees’ with making CMS payment model mandatory

Radiology Business

The feds see this as a way of increasing specialist engagement in value-based care and bolstering their collaboration with PCPs and Medicare beneficiaries.

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Delayed feedback enhances learning performance in individuals with traumatic brain injury, study indicates

ScienceDaily

Researchers have published a novel study exploring the effects of delayed feedback on learning in individuals with moderate-to-severe traumatic brain injury. The goal of this study was to assess the effects of delayed vs. immediate performance feedback on learning in individuals with TBI and to examine the associated brain networks.

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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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The hidden costs of legacy image exchange solutions

Radiology Business

A recent 2024 PocketHealth survey of 202 U.S. hospital and imaging center decision-makers highlights the significant challenges healthcare providers face with legacy image exchange systems. The survey and conversations with industry leaders reveal that these outdated solutions impact both operational efficiency and patient satisfaction, often resulting in additional workload and increased costs.

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Nuclear Regulatory Commission warns of medical mishaps stemming from radiopharmaceutical use

Radiology Business

NRC estimates that 29 of these “medical events” occurred between 2021 and 2023, with “many” involving new therapeutic radiopharma procedures.

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Advocates, researchers herald federal breast density notification law

AuntMinnie

September 10 marks a big day in breast health as the federal mandate on breast density notification takes effect. The mandate, part of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA), requires health providers to notify women of their breast density. Breast imaging advocates have applauded the mandate since the FDA announced its planned implementation in 2023.

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Nearly 25% of women with breast arterial calcifications on mammo develop heart disease

Health Imaging

Specifically, women with BACs on their mammogram may be at an increased risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

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After years in the works.it's finally here!

J Gershon Breast Imaging

Beginning today, all U.S. women will receive standardized information regarding their breast density. If you have dense breast tissue, be aware and be active. Screening breast ultrasounds, in addition to mammograms, save lives.

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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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New technology holistically images deep living tissue for the first time

Medical Xpress: Radiology

A new device that uses light to non-destructively image tissue could revolutionize cartilage and tissue transplant surgery, laying the groundwork for osteoarthritis treatment.

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Can Radiomics and Autoencoders Enhance Real-Time Ultrasound Detection of Breast Cancer?

Diagnostic Imaging

Developed with breast ultrasound data from nearly 1,200 women, a model with mixed radiomic and autoencoder features had a 90 percent AUC for diagnosing breast cancer, according to new research.

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Komen applauds breast density notification mandate

AuntMinnie

Susan G. Komen is applauding the implementation of a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rule that mammography reports include information about a woman’s breast density. The new federal requirement, which takes effect September 10, standardizes the notification language people receive, ensuring all patients across the country have consistent information about the makeup of their breast tissue.

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Image IQ Quiz: 38-Year-Old with Fever and Sinus Pain

Diagnostic Imaging

Review the case and test your knowledge to make the correct diagnosis.

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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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MGMA weighs in on proposed MPFS, QPP rule

AuntMinnie

The Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) has published its comments on the proposed 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) and Quality Payment Program (QPP) proposed rule. The association made recommendations regarding the Medicare conversation factor and the extension of telehealth service provisions. “We appreciate the opportunity to share our comments regarding the proposed changes to the Medicare PFS and QPP, and to offer recommendations to improve these policies to support group

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AI X-Ray Diagnostic Tool Offers Rapid Pediatric Fracture Detection

MedImaging Radiography

A computer-assisted detection and diagnosis software device capable of detecting fractures on standard X-rays allows doctors to save time and increase diagnostic accuracy.

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Serac highlights first patient imaged with SPECT agent

AuntMinnie

Serac Healthcare and the University of Exeter are highlighting that the first patient has been scanned with a novel molecular SPECT imaging agent, technetium-99m (Tc-99m) maraciclatide. This is part of a phase II study titled "PRospective Evaluation of Interstitial Lung Disease progression with quantitative CT (PREDICT-ILD)." The study's goal is to evaluate the efficacy of quantitative CT for the detection of interstitial lung disease progression.

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Comment on “Low energy virtual monochromatic CT with deep learning image reconstruction to improve delineation of endoleaks”

ScienceDirect

Publication date: Available online 10 September 2024 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Amnuay Kleebayoon, Viroj Wiwanitkit

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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.