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Mount Sinai Study Calls for Major Changes in the Way People With Comorbidities Are Selected by Physicians for Lung Cancer Screening

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 04/17/2024 - 16:12 April 17, 2024 — A Medicare policy requiring primary care providers (PCPs) to share in the decision-making with patients on whether to proceed with lung cancer screening is fraught with confusion and lack of evidence-based information, and may actually be undermining the purpose for which it was created, Mount Sinai researchers say.

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AI proposed to help radiologists detect child abuse injuries

AuntMinnie

A team at Michigan State University has developed an AI model designed to detect rib fractures in children under three years old, with the ribcage being the most common fracture site in abused children. The model approached the capabilities of expert human readers on a set of 1,109 pediatric chest x-rays and could serve as a tool to help detect injuries due to physical abuse, noted lead author Jonathan Burkow, a doctoral student, and colleagues.

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Riverside Radiology Medical Group joins growing independent practice coalition

Radiology Business

The organization is the 38th to join Strategic Radiology and third in California, leaders announced on Wednesday.

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Leading Institutions Enroll First Alzheimer’s Patients Receiving Amyloid-Targeting Therapy in CARE PMR Study

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 04/17/2024 - 16:02 April 17, 2024 — Hyperfine, Inc. , a groundbreaking health technology company that has redefined brain imaging with the first FDA -cleared portable magnetic resonance ( MR ) brain imaging system— the Swoop system—announced that the first patients have been enrolled in the CARE PMR (Capturing ARIA Risk Equitably with Portable MR) observational study.

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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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ChatGPT both passes and fails at translating free-text into structured reports

Health Imaging

While the latest ChatGPT models show promise in easing the reporting burden on radiologists in the future, they aren't up to the task just yet.

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Imaging agent that targets deadly brain tumors given FDA's Fast Track designation

Health Imaging

Fast Track designations are typically granted to drugs that target an unmet medical need.

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Vista.ai Appoints MedTech Veteran Daniel Hawkins as Chief Executive Officer

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 04/17/2024 - 16:08 April 17, 2024 — VISTA.AI announced the appointment of Daniel Hawkins as President and CEO. The company is pioneering AI -driven MRI image acquisition enabling any MRI technician to consistently produce high quality scans for complex indications quickly, efficiently and affordably. Daniel joins Vista.ai at a pivotal time following FDA clearance and confirmatory early commercialization of the company’s initial product focused on Cardiac MRI (CMR).

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Novel Ultrasound-Launched Targeted Nanoparticle Eliminates Biofilm and Bacterial Infection

MedImaging Ultrasound

A novel ultrasound-launched targeted nanoparticle has been shown to universally destroy biofilms, target specific bacteria, administer antibiotics, and eliminate bacteria.

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Renting vs. Buying: C-Arm Options To Consider

Atlantis Worldwide

These days, many medical imaging facilities are choosing to rent an imaging solution instead of purchasing one. But how do you know when it make more sense to rent than buy?

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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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PET/CT or mpMRI: Which is Better for Detecting Biochemical Recurrence of Prostate Cancer?

Diagnostic Imaging

A recent meta-analysis found that multiparametric MRI and PET/CT had comparable detection rates for diagnosing prostate cancer recurrence.

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Tailored lung cancer screening model helps determine nodule follow-up

AuntMinnie

A personalized lung cancer screening model used with patients with pulmonary nodules identified on low-dose CT (LDCT) helps clinicians determine how to follow up better than rule-based protocols, researchers have found. A group led by Zixing Wang, MD, of Peking Union Medical College in Beijing, China, found that a tailored model had a 0% rate of delayed diagnosis of lung cancer at 12-month follow-up.

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Study of Ofatumumab for Multiple Sclerosis Shows 'Profoundly Suppressed MRI Lesion Activity'

Diagnostic Imaging

The use of continuous ofatumumab in patients within three years of a relapsing multiple sclerosis diagnosis led to substantial reductions in associated lesions on brain MRI scans, according to research recently presented at the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) conference.

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Sustainable Practices in Construction Management

MRI Network

As one of the largest consumers of raw materials and natural resources, the construction industry is under significant pressure to become more sustainable. The process sounds complex and can be. As construction management teams work to address ways to reduce costs, shore up labor shortages, and build more efficiently, they stand to see benefits including brand image, client satisfaction, and reduced energy costs.

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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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Swoop system tested in Alzheimer’s patients

AuntMinnie

Portable MRI developer Hyperfine has enrolled the first patients in a trial to test its Swoop system in Alzheimer’s disease patients undergoing amyloid-targeting therapy. The CARE PMR (Capturing ARIA Risk Equitably with Portable MR) observational study is designed to assess the clinical utility and workflow benefits of Swoop system. Imaging will be performed at infusion centers and clinics to help physicians detect amyloid-related imaging abnormalities (ARIAs) in Alzheimer’s patients.

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Aligning AI Strategy to Business Goals: Lessons From the Inside

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The key to successful AI implementation is to make sure your measure for AI success aligns with organizational goals. Listen to some AI strategy insights from Sunil Dadlani, EVP, Chief Information and Digital Transformation Officer and Chief Cyber Security Officer at Atlantic Health System as he explains overcoming the hype that comes with “tech toy syndrome” and how to align tech adoption with solutions for more than just one use case.

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Radiology Leadership Institute names award recipients

AuntMinnie

The Radiology Leadership Institute (RLI) announced its Impact in Leadership Award and Emerging Leader Scholarship recipients during the American College of Radiology (ACR) annual meeting in Washington, DC. The 2024 RLI Impact in Leadership Award recipient is Archie R. McGowan, MD, from Portsmouth Regional Hospital in New Hampshire. The award honors individuals whose participation in an RLI course or program was integral to the successful completion of specific projects or initiatives at their pr

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Next Generation MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound Ushers In Future of Incisionless Neurosurgery

MedImaging Ultrasound

Insightec has launched Exablate Prime, the next generation of its MR-guided focused ultrasound, with improved functionality and safety features to.

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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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ACR names recipient of Thorwarth award for radiology leadership

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The American College of Radiology (ACR) Economics and Health Policy Department has selected William Donovan, MD, as the 2024 recipient of its William T. Thorwarth Jr., MD award. Donovan received the award at ACR 2024, the college’s annual meeting. The award recognizes individuals who demonstrate outstanding contributions to the field of health policy and economics for radiology.

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Lumicell's Lumisight, LumiSytem get FDA nods

AuntMinnie

Lumicell's Lumisight (pegulicianine) optical imaging agent has been approved by a new drug application (NDA) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has also granted premarket approval for the company's LumiSystem, Lumicell's direct visualization system. Both Lumisight and LumiSystem previously received FDA Fast Track and Breakthrough Device designations.

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Blackford and Lucida Medical partner on prostate cancer imaging

AuntMinnie

Blackford has entered a commercial partnership with Lucida Medical to integrate Lucida's prostate cancer MRI imaging software (Pi) into its AI platform. Pi is designed to help healthcare professionals work more quickly by automating laborious steps and increasing accuracy for MRI detection of clinically significant prostate cancer. The software has proven effective in supporting analysis of prostate MRIs in real-world applications across multiple healthcare settings, scanner types, and vendors,

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AdvaMed urges Congress prioritize R&D tax credit

AuntMinnie

Medical technology trade association Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed) is urging Congress to pass a tax provision to change how small businesses deduct their research and development expenses. In a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, AdvaMed President and CEO Scott Whitaker underscored the critical importance of passing such a provision.

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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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PET tracer for gliomas under expedited review

AuntMinnie

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted fast-track designation to Telix Pharmaceuticals’ PET radiotracer F-18 floretyrosine (Pixclara) for imaging progressive or recurring gliomas. Pixclara was developed by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco. The tracer reveals the activity of specific transporter proteins known as LAT1 and LAT2, which are highly active in brain regions with gliomas.

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POCUS used widely in lung ultrasound applications

AuntMinnie

Some of the top "domains" of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) incorporate the technology into lung ultrasound applications, according to research published in the Journal of Radiology Nursing. A team led by the POCUS Certification Academy, part of Inteleos in Rockville, MD, published a list of the top 25 POCUS community-defined practice domains, dubbed “POCUS25.