AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

CT could be the preferred method for younger patients in cardiac outcomes related to major procedure-related complications, according to research published February 28 in JAMA Cardiology. A team led by the DISCHARGE Trial Group found that while age does change the effect of CT and invasive coronary angiography (ICA) on the outcome of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), it does modify the effect of these techniques on major procedure-related complications.

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ScienceDaily

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

New research provides new insights into the brain processes underlying cocaine addiction. The findings are crucial for developing new therapeutics and identifying an imaging marker for cocaine use disorders.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

More outpatient scheduling blocks may reduce resident burnout without reducing medical knowledge, according to an article published in JAMA Network Open. A team led by Daniel Heppe, MD, from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System in Aurora, found that residents reported improved overall health and well-being, as well as reported improved ability to attend educational sessions without skimping out on clinical reasoning or skills.

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Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

milla1cf Wed, 02/28/2024 - 19:52 February 28, 2024 — Royal Philips , a global leader in health technology, today announced a significant milestone as it expands access to virtually helium-free [1] MRI to more patients in more places, with more than 1,000 systems now installed worldwide. As healthcare providers strive to deliver high-quality care to patients, at #ECR2024 Philips is partnering with its customers to improve productivity and access to more sustainable healthcare.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Since the issue arose on Feb. 21, providers in radiology and other specialties have experienced “substantial” billing and cash flow disruptions, MGMA reported Wednesday.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Due to potential patient safety concerns, Philips has announced a recall of it’s BrightView SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) imaging device in both the X and XCT versions.

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Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

milla1cf Wed, 02/28/2024 - 19:40 February 28, 2024 — iCAD, Inc. , a global leader in clinically proven AI -powered solutions that enable medical providers to accurately and reliably detect cancer earlier and improve patient outcomes, will highlight scientific presentations, including an award-winning poster at the European Congress of Radiology ( ECR ) annual meeting in Vienna, Austria, Feb 28 – March 3, 2024.

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Radiology Business

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The decision is due to reduced production volumes, the high cost of site infrastructure and opportunities to streamline shipping.

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Diagnostic Imaging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Sixty-five percent of patients with newly diagnosed high-risk prostate cancer may have extraprostatic extension on MRI, and PSMA PET/CT findings suggest those with Gleason scores of eight or higher have more than double the risk of metastasis, according to a new study presented at the European Congress of Radiology (ECR).

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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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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The radiology group executed 14 acquisitions last year, adding 24 new imaging centers to its network for a total of 355.

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Health Imaging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The glossary, first released in 1984, has not been updated since 2008.

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Diagnostic Imaging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Designed for full-body imaging, the new modality reportedly offers a lightweight portable design, AI-powered tools and enhanced high-resolution images.

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ScienceDaily

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

A reusable vest that can map the electric impulses of the heart in fine detail could detect abnormalities from a potentially fatal heart disease much earlier than is currently possible, a new study suggests.

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Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

milla1cf Wed, 02/28/2024 - 19:31 February 28, 2024 — DeepHealth , one of the leading providers of radiology informatics and AI solutions, and Incepto, Europe's leading platform for artificial intelligence (AI) solutions applied to medical imaging, announced they are partnering to deliver expanded access to DeepHealth clinical AI and radiology informatics software.

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Open Medscience

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Exploring the evolving role of radiopharmaceutical diagnostics in enhancing disease detection and personalising treatment in modern medicine. The post Radiopharmaceutical Diagnostics and Imaging Technologies appeared first on Open Medscience.

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Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

christine.book Wed, 02/28/2024 - 11:36 February 28, 2024 — Royal Philips has announced the proposal to appoint Charlotte Hanneman as member of the Board of Management, fulfilling the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective October 1, 2024. The proposal will be submitted to the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM), to be held on May 7, 2024, according to a statement released by the Amsterdam, Netherlands-based health technology company.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The Fleischner Society has updated its glossary of terms for thoracic imaging, according to a special report published February 27 in Radiology and a statement released by the RSNA. The latest glossary replaces previous glossaries published in 1984, 1996, and 2008. It includes new terms of clinical importance and concepts that have emerged, discards others that have become obsolete, and addresses terms where usage has either changed or become inconsistent to a degree that they warranted a new de

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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

A new study has revealed that beginning annual breast cancer screenings at age 40 and maintaining them until at least 79 is the most effective strategy to significantly reduce mortality with minimal associated risks.

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Radiology Business

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

That would leave RP’s current obligations at about $2.4 billion, with debt maturities now extended by several years.

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Health Imaging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Wade Banker, MD, disputes the allegations and is appealing the ruling.

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Diagnostic Imaging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Catch up on the most-well viewed radiology content in February 2024.

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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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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The RSNA has been designated as a spoke in the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) Experience Hub. In its role as a spoke, RSNA can serve as a resource to ARPA-H performers focused on designing and developing imaging-related tools and platforms to accelerate health futures. ARPA-H is a new federal health research and development (R&D) organization within the U.S.

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MedImaging Ultrasound

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Researchers are exploring the use of focused ultrasound to collect DNA from brain tumors, representing a groundbreaking shift in brain tumor diagnostics.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

France-based Incepto and Massachusetts-based DeepHealth are partnering to deliver expanded access to DeepHealth clinical AI and radiology informatics software. The announcement took place at ECR 2024. Through the partnership, radiologists across Europe will be able to access DeepHealth OS, a cloud-native operating system that manages clinical and operational workflows, and AI technologies through Incepto.

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