Ben White
JANUARY 10, 2024
The American Dialect Society chose their 2023 word of the year : enshittificati o n. From its coiner, Cory Doctorow : Here is how platforms die: first, they are good to their users; then they abuse their users to make things better for their business customers; finally, they abuse those business customers to claw back all the value for themselves. Then, they die.
Diagnostic Imaging
JANUARY 10, 2024
In part of an ongoing multicenter study evaluating commercial artificial intelligence (AI) products in radiology, AI lung nodule detection software from four out of seven vendors demonstrated stand-alone AUCs ranging from 5 to 12 percent higher than the mean AUC of 17 reviewing radiologists.
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AuntMinnie
JANUARY 10, 2024
U.K. software developer Ultromics has entered an agreement with Pfizer to expedite marketing clearance in the U.S. for its AI algorithm for detecting cardiac amyloidosis. Under the partnership with Pfizer, Ultromics will research and pursue U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for its EchoGo Amyloidosis algorithm. The software has already received Breakthrough Device designation from the FDA for the detection of cardiac amyloidosis.
ScienceDaily
JANUARY 10, 2024
By exploiting the technology used in Covid-19 vaccines, a team of scientists has created an effective therapy for a rare disease, in a study in mice, demonstrating the technology's potential therapeutic use in people.
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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.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 10, 2024
Diagnostic errors, including those from radiology among hospitalized adults who died or were transferred to the intensive care unit (ICU), are common, according to a study published January 8 in JAMA Internal Medicine. Researchers led by Andrew Auerbach, MD, from the University of California, San Francisco found that a missed or delayed diagnosis took place in 23% of patients in their study, with 17% of these errors causing temporary or permanent harm to patients.
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AuntMinnie
JANUARY 10, 2024
Conebeam breast CT (CBBCT) has superior diagnostic performance than that of mammography in small studies, according to research published January 8 in the European Journal of Radiology. A team led by Lingcong Yang from Southern Medical University in Guangzhou, China, reported in its meta-analysis that CBBCT has significantly higher sensitivity than mammography along with comparable specificity.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 10, 2024
Experts underlined the importance of radiologist-patient communication, which can include building rapport, clear descriptions of procedures and taking time for questions.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 10, 2024
A recently developed PET camera appears to enable imaging during head motion and has revealed brain patterns in patients when they cough, according to a study published January 8 in Scientific Reports. The study found that brain activity during coughing is more localized than previously believed, with the researchers noting that previous efforts using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) have been limited by artifacts caused by head movement.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 10, 2024
Those include Florida, New Hampshire, Vermont and Virginia, with thousands of patients standing to benefit, according to Susan G. Komen.
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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.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 10, 2024
MRI shows that people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have a cerebellum about 2% smaller than adults without the condition, especially in areas that influence emotion and memory, according to a study published January 10 in Molecular Psychiatry. The cerebellum coordinates movement and balance and influences emotion and memory. But it's unclear whether a smaller cerebellum makes a person vulnerable to PTSD or whether PTSD shrinks this particular brain region, noted a team led by Ashley
Radiology Business
JANUARY 10, 2024
The American College of Radiology and American Society for Radiation Oncology are pressing Congress for payment reform to fix a flawed system.
Atlantis Worldwide
JANUARY 10, 2024
A comparison between two C-Arms the Fuji Persona CS and the OEC 9900 C-Arm are available on the Atlantis Worldwide blog -hear what they have to say.
Health IT Analytics
JANUARY 10, 2024
A population-level risk model may help researchers and clinicians better flag patients at risk of intensive care unit admission and adverse outcomes.
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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.
Diagnostic Imaging
JANUARY 10, 2024
Offering enhanced utility for assessing urinary incontinence, bladder emptying and urinary retention, the Clarius Bladder AI ultrasound software reportedly provides bladder volume measurement in seconds.
ScienceDaily
JANUARY 10, 2024
A new method can track changes in live cell gene expression over extended periods of time. Based on Raman spectroscopy, the method doesn't harm cells and can be performed repeatedly.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 10, 2024
Novartis has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to manufacture its prostate cancer drug Pluvicto at its new plant in Indianapolis, Indiana. The 70,000-sq-ft site is the company’s second U.S. location and is designed specifically for radioligand therapy (RLT) manufacturing and is expected to boost the supply of the drug for the foreseeable future, the company said.
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 10, 2024
milla1cf Wed, 01/10/2024 - 07:00 January 10, 2024 — Proceedings from an expert consensus roundtable that discussed the benefits of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) in lower extremity revascularization procedures were released today in the Journal of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions ( JSCAI ), Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology ( JVIR ), and Journal of Vascular Surgery - Vascular Insights.
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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.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 10, 2024
Photon-counting detector CT (PCCT) with virtual monoenergetic imaging (VMI) reconstruction shows promise for quantifying stenosis with coronary CT angiography (CCTA), according to a study published January 10 in the American Journal of Roentgenology. "When performing coronary CTA by [PCCT], the selection of VMI level influences stenosis assessment in calcified and mixed plaque, thereby potentially impacting clinical decision-making," said corresponding author Tilman Emrich, MD, from the Universi
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 10, 2024
Introduction: The picturesque Bahamas, known for its pristine beaches and clear blue waters, is also experiencing a paradisiacal shift in its healthcare landscape. This article delves into how teleradiology services are transforming healthcare in the Bahamas, enhancing accessibility, diagnosis, and overall healthcare quality in this island nation. A Paradisiacal Shift: Teleradiology Services Transforming Healthcare in the Bahamas The Bahamas, a tropical paradise in the Caribbean, is embracing a
MRI Network
JANUARY 10, 2024
Executives of all types routinely leave one company’s C-suite for another, but it seems none more so than a chief marketing officer (CMO). One survey found that more than 40% of CMOs have held their current job for two years or less, with 57% holding the same job for three years or less—turnover rates far greater than for any other C-level executive position.
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 10, 2024
Teleradiology & Radiology data for artificial intelligence (AI) Introduction: The Bahamas, renowned for its stunning natural beauty, is now witnessing a transformation in its healthcare sector with the introduction of teleradiology services. This article explores the significance of teleradiology in the Bahamas, breaking geographical barriers to enhance healthcare accessibility, diagnosis, and the overall quality of medical services in this island nation.
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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.
MedImaging Ultrasound
JANUARY 10, 2024
A groundbreaking software can aid physicians conducting liver tumor ablations by offering visualization of the ablated area based on standard real-time ultrasound imaging.
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 10, 2024
Benefits of Teleradiology to Telehealth Introduction: The Bahamas, an archipelago of stunning islands, is embracing the power of teleradiology to bridge healthcare gaps across its diverse regions. This article explores how teleradiology is revolutionizing healthcare in the Bahamas, connecting the islands, and improving healthcare accessibility, diagnosis, and overall patient care.
MedImaging MRI
JANUARY 10, 2024
For the first time globally, scientists have combined a full-body MRI device for real-time imaging with a proton therapy system in the form of a prototype.
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 10, 2024
Teleradiology-in-Flat-World Introduction: The Bahamas, with its stunning landscapes, is now experiencing a healthcare breakthrough with the integration of teleradiology. This article delves into the impact of teleradiology on diagnostics in the Bahamas, highlighting its role in revolutionizing the healthcare landscape and enhancing healthcare access and quality across the islands.
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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?
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