Mon.Sep 18, 2023

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Study Shows Significant Overutilization of Head and Neck CT Angiography in the ER

Diagnostic Imaging

Over 80 percent of head and neck computed tomography angiography (CTA) exams performed in the emergency department had no actionable findings for patients with non-focal neurologic complaints, and 67 percent of the exams were ordered by non-physician practitioners (NPPs), according to a newly published study.

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82% of CTA head and neck scans in 1 emergency department had no actionable findings

Radiology Business

Nonphysician practitioners and ED residents also ordered a significantly greater proportion of such exams, experts detailed in JACR.

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PET Study Shows Benefit of Grapes in Stabilizing Brain Metabolism for People with Mild Cognitive Decline

Diagnostic Imaging

Twice-a-day consumption of reconstituted grape powder provides significant long-term benefit in preserving cerebral metabolism for people with mild cognitive decline, according to research presented at the recent Society for Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) conference.

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Running a CT scanner at Munich’s Oktoberfest: What providers learned

Radiology Business

Medical providers deployed the machine at the world’s largest annual fair in 2022, recently sharing their findings in the New England Journal of Medicine.

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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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Celebrating Excellence in Medical Imaging: UCSF’s 2023 Minnies Nominees

UCSF Biomedical Imaging

The Minnies are an initiative by AuntMinnie.com that celebrates the outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of medical imaging. The Minnies serve as a platform to recognize and honor professionals who have made significant strides in various categories, from research and education to leadership and innovation. This year's semifinalists have been announced, and among them, the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) has garnered significant attention with multiple nominat

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Unlocking the Potential of Radiomics: Ongoing Challenges Are Revolving Around Methodology and Reproducibility

European Society of Radiology: AI

Over a decade in the making, the novel concept of radiomics has been silently brewing, promising to reshape the landscape of personalised and precision medicine. So, why has radiomics not made its clinical debut yet, despite its innovative and logical approach? The answer lies in the intricate world of advanced computation that forms the basis of radiomics, which in essence is a form of imaging texture extraction that is not feasible with the naked human eye.

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Private equity firm sues ultrasound developer QT Imaging hoping to force completion of merger deal

Radiology Business

GigCapital5 and the Novato, California-based ultrasound developer first announced their intent to merge in December 2022, creating a company with combined value of $151M.

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X-ray results suggest telehealth may be a bad fit for treating musculoskeletal conditions

Health Imaging

Musculoskeletal X-rays ordered during telemedicine appointments had a higher likelihood of showing "normal" results than those ordered during in-person visits, suggesting those exams may have not been necessary in the first place.

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ACR sees burden and little benefit from CMS’s plan to tackle ‘excessive radiation dose’

Radiology Business

The American College of Radiology is "urgently" asking that the agency rename the measure, worried that it could be spreading misinformation.

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AI-Powered Algorithm Catches Unruptured Brain Aneurysms Missed in Routine CT Scans

MedImaging General Imaging

A machine learning algorithm has been found to better identify unruptured aneurysms that need medical attention but may be overlooked during routine brain scans.

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GE HealthCare secures $44M from Gates Foundation to develop AI-powered ultrasound technology

Radiology Business

The Chicago-based industry giant’s goal is to aid healthcare professionals, including those without specialized training, to produce higher quality imaging exams.

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Big and Small Retirements in Radiology

Diagnostic Imaging

While this author has no intention of retiring from radiology, he notes that retiring from certain work schedules or aspects of the field have had a favorable impact on his life.

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Implications and Challenges of Poor Medical Imaging Data at the Enterprise Level

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Mon, 09/18/2023 - 12:42 September 18, 2023 — Healthcare organizations across the world are working with poor data. In fact, while high-quality data is a top strategic priority for healthcare leaders, most (80%) don’t fully trust their data. Many companies claim to solve for unreliable data through interoperability and data standardization solutions.

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Rosh Review EM Scholar Monthly Question

REBEL EM

An 85-year-old man presents for evaluation of left wrist pain. Last night, he missed the last step while descending the stairs at his house. He fell and landed on his hands and did not have other injuries. Acetaminophen and ibuprofen have not alleviated his pain. X-ray imaging is shown below. His physical exam reveals limited left wrist flexion and extension.

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The Future of Hiring, Challenges of HR Directors in Banking/Finance: Adapting to Regulatory Changes

MRI Network

As technology advances rapidly, every industry, including the banking and finance sectors, is impacted. Many financial institutions have held onto the old ways of doing things and are now hurrying to catch up. HR directors have numerous challenges to deal with in hiring and maintaining staff. Gap in Skills With the adaptation of digital technology, new roles have been developed in finance, especially in the IT department.

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AI Confirms Tracheal Tube Position on Chest Radiography

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Mon, 09/18/2023 - 12:34 September 18, 2023 — According to an accepted manuscript published in the American Journal of Roentgenology (AJR) , an artificial intelligence (AI) system developed by Lunit (Seoul, Korea) identified improperly positioned endotracheal tube (ETTs) on chest radiographs obtained after ETT insertion, as well as on chest radiographs obtained from patients in the ICU at two institutions.

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Mobile C-Arm System Combines Personalized Control and Image Clarity for Enhanced Speed and Accuracy

MedImaging Radiography

Philips has launched the new Zenition 30 mobile C-arm which provides surgeons with greater flexibility, control, and customization options during C-arm operation and image acquisition.

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SNMMI Issues Updated Statement: COVID-19 and V/Q Lung Studies

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Mon, 09/18/2023 - 12:40 September 18, 2023 — The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging ( SNMMI ), as a professional society representing more than 16,000 nuclear medicine professionals, has an objective to ensure the health and safety of its patients and members by distributing recommendations to mitigate the risk of COVID-19 transmission in clinical practice.

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Novel MRI Method Could Predict Early Response to Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy in Breast Cancer Patients

MedImaging MRI

Researchers are examining if a new type of MRI can assess the effectiveness of a chemotherapy regimen for women with breast cancer based on just one round of treatment.

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Imaging Technology

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Aidoc and The PERT Consortium: New Possibilities for PE Care

Aidoc

Aidoc recently joined the leading organization in Pulmonary Embolism Response Team (PERT) research, education, and advocacy – The PERT Consortium. Since 2015, The PERT Consortium focuses on guiding and influencing pulmonary embolism (PE) care and research in institutions across the U.S. and aims to be the driving force behind increased survival rates and the future of PE treatment.

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September/October 2023

Imaging Technology

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