Tue.Feb 11, 2025

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Myosteatosis on preoperative chest CT suggests worse NSCLC survival

AuntMinnie

Indications of myosteatosis (that is, the accumulation of fat in skeletal muscles) on preoperative chest CT imaging are linked with worse survival after surgery in patients with stage 0 to IIB non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), researchers have reported. And this result was independent of individuals' skeletal muscle index and subcutaneous adipose tissue, wrote a team led by Lea Mantz, MD, of Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston.

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ACR wants Medicare to add more radiology measures in MIPS quality pay program

Radiology Business

Radiology advocates believe the value-based payment program needs more measures to support radiologists in meeting performance requirements.

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Intelerad, Strategic Radiology highlight partnership milestones

AuntMinnie

Imaging software company Intelerad and Strategic Radiology are highlighting recent achievements stemming from their collaboration on increasing access to advanced imaging technology for members of Strategic Radiologys network. The companies said that the partnership, initiated in 2020, attained several significant milestones in 2024. One noteworthy milestone was expansion: Strategic Radiology quadrupled participation in its network in 2024 with the addition of nine new member practices to its ne

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Radiology societies, all 50 state medical associations push Medicare pay fix

Radiology Business

A total of 80 healthcare organizations signed the message, sent to leaders in the U.S. House and Senate on Feb. 10.

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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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Hormonal effects influence BPE degree on CEM

AuntMinnie

Hormonal effects influence the degree of background parenchymal enhancement (BPE) on contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM), suggest findings published February 11 in Radiology. Researchers led by Noam Nissan, MD, PhD, from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York found that menopausal status, lactation, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and tamoxifen therapy affect the degree of BPE enhancement, an imaging biomarker.

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FDA grants breakthrough device status to Guerbet's Lipiojoint

AuntMinnie

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Guerbet breakthrough device designation for Lipiojoint, a liquid embolic agent intended to alleviate pain and the burden of reduced mobility in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Guerbet has developed Lipiojoint for genicular artery embolization, a minimally invasive procedure performed by interventional radiologists.

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Clinical decision support fails to reduce inappropriate imaging requests

Radiology Business

Experts have touted CDS as a way to reduce waste in the healthcare systemeducating referrers about proper order selection while providing relief to radiologists.

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20-minute ultrasound-guided procedure could cure hypertension

Health Imaging

Hypertension caused by unilateral aldosterone-producing adrenal adenomas is curable by laparoscopic removal of the entire adrenal gland, but the invasiveness and recovery time can deter patients from the treatment.

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United Theranostics secures $15M to open new centers

AuntMinnie

United Theranostics has secured $15 million in funding from Old National Bank to expand its network of radiopharmaceutical therapy clinics for cancer treatment. The company plans to establish up to eight new centers across the U.S. during the next year. The new clinics will be modeled after United Theranostics' founding site in Glen Burnie, MD, and its most recently opened facility in Princeton, NJ, it said.

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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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MRI study suggests an optimal time of day for evaluating glymphatic function

Health Imaging

Inaccurate interpretations of glymphatic function could lead to incorrect diagnoses, researchers caution.

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The Human Side of AI: Real Stories from the Frontlines of Healthcare

Aidoc

At Aidoc, Ive had the privilege of speaking with radiologists, hospital executives and clinical leaders who are actively shaping the future of AI in healthcare. Their insights offer a clear picture: AI isnt just a buzzword. Its transforming clinical workflows, patient care and hospital operations. Here are some key takeaways from those conversations: AI in Healthcare is Not a Trend Its Here to Stay While some still view AI in healthcare as experimental, those using it every day know its an esse

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AI model annotates pediatric AXR reports

AuntMinnie

A large language model called Axpert demonstrates potential for automatically labeling necrotizing enterocolitis on infant abdominal x-ray (AXR) reports, according to a group at the University of Michigan. The model may be deployed locally to preserve data privacy and serve as a framework for other imaging modalities and diseases in children, noted lead author Yufeng Zhang, PhD, and colleagues.

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WBCT-Based Method to Detect Implant Loosening Shows Promise

CurveBeam AI

Key Points: Radiostereometric Analysis (RSA) uses X-Ray and markers inserted into the bone intraoperatively to assess implant migration and fixation. Model-based RSA (MBRSA) improves upon RSA by incorporating 3D implant CAD models. In one study, weight bearing CT (WBCT)-RSA was more precise than MBRSA in measuring Y-axis rotation, total rotation and average yearly migration rate.

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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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What Does AI Look Like in an Enterprise Radiology Workflow?

Aidoc

Dr. Dushyant Sahani, Chair of Radiology at University of Washington Medicine, explains how radiology AI is deployed across the enterprise and how the radiologists use AI at their workstations to help improve clinical efficiency. Click here to watch the full webinar , Operationalizing an AI Strategy with Aidocs Enterprise Clinical AI Platform The post What Does AI Look Like in an Enterprise Radiology Workflow?

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Can Quantum Iterative Reconstruction Reinvent Photon-Counting CT Technology?

Diagnostic Imaging

The advanced reconstruction algorithm offers optimal noise reduction, artifact correction, detailed spectral data and streamlined radiation dosing across cardiac, pulmonary and oncologic imaging.

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Radiology groups urge Congress to reverse pay cut

AuntMinnie

Top radiology groups -- along with 80 other medical organizations and associations from all 50 states -- have urged Congress to reverse a 2.83% cut to the 2025 conversion factor for physician payments and provide a 2% increase. In a February 10 letter , the groups asked leaders in the U.S. House and Senate to pass the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act, proposed bipartisan legislation recently reintroduced by Rep.

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Key Chest CT Parameters for Body Composition May be Prognostic for Patients with Resectable NSCLC

Diagnostic Imaging

A high intermuscular adipose index has a 49 percent increased likelihood of being associated with lower overall survival in patients with resectable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), according to new research.

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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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ASRT opens 2025 annual and special elections

AuntMinnie

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) has opened annual elections for officers of the board and chapter delegates, along with a special election for its vacant president-elect position. The annual ballot contains officer and chapter delegate candidates, while the special election ballot includes candidates for the ASRT president-elect vacancy.

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UCSF Announces Two Prestigious Named Professorships in Radiology

UCSF Biomedical Imaging

Dr. Christine Glastonbury has been named the Elizabeth A. Guillaumin Endowed Chair in Neuroradiology. Dr. Bonnie Joe has been named the inaugural Edward A. Sickles Professor in Breast Imaging and will also serve as associate chair for faculty mentoring.

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How Technology Is Influencing Pregnancy and Childbirth

Open Medscience

Technology in pregnancy and childbirth transforms healthcare, offering advanced monitoring, personalised care, early detection, and improved outcomes. The post How Technology Is Influencing Pregnancy and Childbirth appeared first on Open MedScience.

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AI Improves Detection of Congenital Heart Defects on Routine Prenatal Ultrasounds

MedImaging Ultrasound

A new study has found that AI can assist clinicians in better detecting congenital heart defects during routine prenatal ultrasounds.

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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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Cutting-Edge Advances in Cancer Immunotherapy

Open Medscience

Advances in cancer immunotherapy offer new hope, transforming treatment approaches and improving survival rates for patients. The post Cutting-Edge Advances in Cancer Immunotherapy appeared first on Open MedScience.

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AI Can Flag Mammograms for Supplemental MRI

MedImaging Radiography

Using AI in mammogram analysis could improve breast cancer detection by identifying patients most likely to benefit from breast MRI scans.

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How to Support Your Partner During a Vacuum Extraction Delivery

Open Medscience

Vacuum extraction delivery is used during difficult labour to assist in safely delivering the baby effectively. The post How to Support Your Partner During a Vacuum Extraction Delivery appeared first on Open MedScience.

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Diagnostic Validity of Combined Transbronchial and Transoesophageal Ultrasound in Positron Emission Tomography Node–Negative Lung Cancer

ScienceDirect

Publication date: Available online 11 February 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Karolina Gambu, Baej Kuda, Konrad Moszczyski, Sofia Popovchenko, Artur Szlubowski, Lucyna Rudnicka, Katarzyna anowska, ukasz Trybalski, Aleksander Galas, Piotr Koco

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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?