Radiology Business
JANUARY 17, 2024
The first institutions are slated to open this year via health system partnerships in Boston, Charlotte, Dallas and Houston.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 17, 2024
Overall cancer mortality continues to decline, but incidence rates are up, according to a January 17 report by the American Cancer Society (ACS). The report shows that there have been more than four million fewer deaths from cancer in the U.S. since 1991. However, it also showed increased incidence for six of the top 10 cancers as the projected number of new diagnoses is over two million for the first time.
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Radiology Business
JANUARY 17, 2024
Physician groups praised the final rule on Wednesday, stating it will shine a light on payers' "egregious abuse" of the system.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
JANUARY 17, 2024
A research team at POSTECH (Pohang University of Science and Technology) has investigated kidney diseases using ultrafast ultrasound that captures 1,000 images in just one second.
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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 17, 2024
An AI model for x-ray imaging could help clinicians plan treatment other than spinal fusions in patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, according to research published January 14 in PLOS One. The study proposes a machine learning-based tool for planning anterior vertebral body tethering (AVBT), an emerging minimally invasive surgical treatment, noted first author Ausilah Alfraihat, a PhD student at Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA, and colleagues.
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Imaging Technology
JANUARY 17, 2024
milla1cf Wed, 01/17/2024 - 15:55 January 17, 2024 — Clarius Mobile Health , a global leader in wireless ultrasound solutions, has received CE Mark for its revolutionary Clarius PAL HD3 wireless handheld whole-body ultrasound scanner combining phased and linear arrays on a single head. It offers superior image quality of superficial and deep anatomy at the bedside 1.
Health Imaging
JANUARY 17, 2024
Founded in 1984, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists Foundation is hoping to raise big money for the next generation of imaging professionals.
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 17, 2024
According to research conducted by Polaris Market Research, the global positron emission tomography (PET)/computed tomography (CT) scanner device market size is expected to reach $3.34 B by 2028.
Health Imaging
JANUARY 17, 2024
The AI-guided technology can diagnose the disease via medical images without the need for an invasive procedure.
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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.
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 17, 2024
Contrast media injectors are used to inject contrast media or contrast agents to enhance the blood and perfusion in tissues, allowing for improved visualization of the contrast of fluids or structures within the body.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 17, 2024
High fees for the process are limiting physicians’ ability to dispute payments and undermining their bargaining power in contract negotiations, experts contend.
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 17, 2024
milla1cf Wed, 01/17/2024 - 15:49 January 17, 2024 — According to the American Journal of Roentgenology ( AJR ) , the No Surprises Act ’s ( NSA ) independent dispute resolution (IDR) process would be financially unfeasible for a large portion of out-of-network (OON) claims for hospital-based specialties — more so for radiologists than other specialists.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 17, 2024
Surgeons at AdventHealth for Children in Orlando, FL, successfully used Novarad’s VisAR augmented reality surgical navigation system for the first time to correct a child's misshapen skull, the company reported. Raj Sawh-Martinez, MD, chief of pediatric plastic surgery, used VisAR to perform cranial vault remodeling for craniosynostosis in a pediatric patient.
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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.
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 17, 2024
milla1cf Wed, 01/17/2024 - 15:42 January 17, 2024 — The Radiological Society of North America ( RSNA ) is launching a new artificial intelligence (AI) certificate course, focusing on emergency imaging. Following the successful rollouts of the RSNA Imaging AI Foundational Certificate in 2022 and the Advanced Certificate in 2023, the RSNA Emergency Imaging AI Certificate course is the third certificate course developed by RSNA.
Diagnostic Imaging
JANUARY 17, 2024
For women with dense breasts, abbreviated breast MRI and digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) both offered greater than 98 percent sensitivity rates and greater than 94 percent negative predictive values (NPVs) for breast cancer detection, according to newly published research.
Health IT Analytics
JANUARY 17, 2024
A new deep learning model can detect rheumatic heart disease in children with high accuracy, which could improve screening in areas lacking cardiologists.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 17, 2024
"Handcrafted" radiomics and deep-learning radiomics based on pretreatment MRI data help predict locally advanced cervical cancer (LACC) concurrent chemoradiotherapy treatment outcomes, according to research published January 12 in Scientific Reports. The study results show promise for tailoring care for patients with this particular cancer, wrote a team led by Sungmoon Jeong, PhD, of Kyungpook National University, Daegu, South Korea.
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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.
MedImaging MRI
JANUARY 17, 2024
An AI algorithm integrates brain MRI data with cognitive test scores to accurately predict the risk of a patient’s progression from amnestic mild cognitive impairment to Alzheimer’s dementia.
Diagnostic Imaging
JANUARY 17, 2024
Utilized for neurological procedures including biopsies, catheter placement and electrode introduction, the SmartFrame OR Stereotactic System can be combined with preoperative MRI or CT to ensure optimal placement of devices and instruments.
ScienceDaily
JANUARY 17, 2024
Researchers have achieved a successful contrast agent-free imaging of complex structure of kidney vessels.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 17, 2024
The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Foundation is celebrating its 40th anniversary with plans to raise $400,000 to support scholarships in 2024. Among events planned to highlight the milestone is a 1980s-themed fundraiser on June 29 during the ASRT Annual Governance and House of Delegates Meeting in Orlando, Florida. All funds raised will support professional and educational advancement opportunities for medical imaging and radiation therapy students and professionals, the AS
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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.
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 17, 2024
Our “Last Read” feature makes its 2024 debut in the January/February 2024 issue, offering radiology industry insights, a snapshot of topical issues, and a venue to get to know your colleagues. Beginning this spring, ITN will begin sending out a bi-monthly survey to our readers on a variety of topics. Do you have a question you want us to ask?
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 17, 2024
Introduction Belarus, situated in Eastern Europe, is experiencing a telehealth revolution, and a vital component of this transformation is teleradiology. This article delves into the significant impact of teleradiology on Belarusian healthcare, emphasizing its role in reshaping diagnostics, improving patient care, and ensuring equitable access to advanced medical services.
MRI Network
JANUARY 17, 2024
Many healthcare executives are trying to keep pace with a rapidly evolving and consolidating industry that is in the midst of a digital transformation. Determining which technologies to pursue and prioritize — and which to ignore — can be tricky. Adopting new technologies and business models — while under sustained financial pressure — might be the biggest challenge healthcare executives will face in 2024.
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 17, 2024
Introduction Belarus, a nation in Eastern Europe, is undergoing a healthcare transformation, and teleradiology services are at the forefront of this evolution. This article explores the significant impact of teleradiology on Belarusian healthcare, emphasizing its role in advancing diagnostics, improving patient care, and ensuring equitable access to high-quality medical services.
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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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