Mon.Dec 11, 2023

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Can MRI-Guided Transurethral Ultrasound Ablation Have an Impact for Localized Prostate Cancer?

Diagnostic Imaging

Follow-up MRI imaging one year after transurethral ultrasound ablation revealed approximately 50 percent decreases in prostate volume and median PSA density, according to recently presented research findings at the 2023 Society of Urologic Oncology (SUO) Annual Meeting.

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Top 3 Medical Imaging Insights from RSNA 2023

Everything Rad

Reading Time: 6 minutes read AI tools to put to work today; and strategies to address staffing issues and operational costs. This year’s annual Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference came at what felt like a pivotal moment in the medical imaging world. After three years primarily defined by the pandemic and its aftershocks, we are solidly in the post-pandemic phase.

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RapidAI Announces a Series of Industry Firsts – Unique Rapid Edge Cloud Platform, Breakthrough AI Non-Contrast CT Suite, International Expansion in Japan

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Mon, 12/11/2023 - 14:36 December 11, 2023 — RapidAI , a global leader in developing artificial intelligence (AI) and technology workflow solutions to combat life-threatening neurovascular, trauma, cardiac and vascular conditions, is proud to announce major milestones in advancing its industry-leading deep clinical AI, including: Launch of its unique AI-based healthcare platform, Rapid Edge Cloud*, a hybrid (cloud and on-premise) technology infrastructure built to be faster, more secure

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MITA members find new home for imaging equipment advocacy efforts

AuntMinnie

Key corporate members and staff from the Medical Imaging Technology Alliance (MITA) are launching a new medical imaging technology division at medical technology trade association Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed). Effective January 1, 2024, t he firms will be leaving the National Electrical Manufacturing Association (NEMA), which has housed MITA since 2007.

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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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New Deep Learning Challenge to Estimate Breast Density from Mammograms

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Mon, 12/11/2023 - 14:50 December 11, 2023 — A new deep learning challenge has been launched by the UEF Cancer AI research team, led by senior researcher Hamid Behravan, PhD , and funded by Sitra , the Finnish Innovation Fund. The challenge aims to develop an architecture capable of automatically estimating the breast percentage density from mammograms.

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The European Commission Grants Marketing Authorization to Bracco Imaging for Vueway (gadopiclenol) Contrast Agent in the European Union

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Mon, 12/11/2023 - 14:23 December 11, 2023 — Bracco Imaging S.p.A. , an innovative world leader delivering end-to-end products and solutions through a comprehensive portfolio inclusive of precision diagnostic imaging modalities, announces that on December 7, 2023 the European Commission (EC) has granted the Marketing Authorisation for Vueway ( gadopiclenol ) in the European Union (EU).

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Applications Being Accepted for 2024-25 Bob Cassling Memorial Scholarships

Cassling's MRI

The window for the 2024-2025 Bob Cassling Memorial Scholarship is now open and will be accepting submissions through January 14, 2024. T he scholarship, which honors the late founder of Cassling, provides financial support to rural healthcare professionals seeking a degree or certification in the imaging or radiation therapy fields. Higher education has never been more important for a diagnostic imaging professional’s career.

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Implementation of AI-based detection aid has no impact on radiologists’ workload, stress

Radiology Business

Numerous studies have explored artificial intelligence's use in imaging, but researchers rarely take radiology’s complex work environment into account, experts noted.

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New Helmet with Tiny Sensors Could Conduct Brain Scans of People in Motion

MedImaging MRI

Researchers have created a pioneering helmet equipped with miniature LEGO-sized sensors capable of scanning the brain while a person is in motion.

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GE, Philips and Siemens among those jumping ship from imaging trade group to unite around newly formed alternative

Radiology Business

AdvaMed, the Advanced Medical Technology Association, announced the launch of its Medical Imaging Division on Monday morning.

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Ultrasound-reactive ink hardens to patch organs, heal broken bones

Health Imaging

The "sono-ink" effectively allows for objects to be 3D-printed in the body utilizing ultrasound waves.

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Hospital on the hook for $120M jury verdict after residents miss signs of stroke on CT

Radiology Business

“I’ve been a lawyer for 40 years now, and I’ve never heard of a malpractice verdict like this,” the plaintiff attorney said.

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Advanced MRI technology detects changes in the brain after COVID-19

Medical Xpress: Radiology

Researchers at Linköping University, Sweden, have examined the brains of 16 patients previously hospitalized for COVID-19 with persisting symptoms. They have found differences in brain tissue structure between patients with persisting symptoms after COVID-19 and healthy people.

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House lawmakers advance bill to blunt radiologist pay cut in 2024

Radiology Business

Several MD members of Congress are co-sponsoring the “Physician Fee Schedule Update and Improvements Act.

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Advanced MRI technology detects changes in the brain after COVID-19

ScienceDaily

Researchers have examined the brains of 16 patients previously hospitalized for COVID-19 with persisting symptoms. They have found differences in brain tissue structure between patients with persisting symptoms after COVID-19 and healthy people. Their findings can bring insights into the underlying mechanisms of persisting neurological problems after COVID-19.

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Teleradiology Minus the Rads?

Diagnostic Imaging

Will AI-powered diagnostic workups without on-site docs be a new reality in 2024?

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AI-Powered Chest X-Ray Triage Solution Reduces Time-to-Diagnosis of Emergency Cases

MedImaging Radiography

An AI-driven chest X-ray triage tool has been designed to rapidly triage and prioritize critical conditions like pleural effusion and pneumothorax right after the imaging process.

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European Commission approves Bracco's Vueway for European market

AuntMinnie

The European Commission (EC) has granted marketing authorization in the European Union for Bracco's Vueway (gadopiclenol). Vueway is for use with contrast-enhanced MR imaging in adult patients and children aged two years and older to improve detection and visualization of pathologies with disruption of the blood-brain barrier and/or abnormal vascularity of the brain, spine, and associated tissues of the central nervous system, Bracco said.

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Cardiac Clarity: Understanding the Precision of Echocardiography Imaging (Karnataka, Ballary, Chitradurga, Chikkaballapura, Vijayapura, Bengaluru Rural, Bagalkote)

Future Teleradiology

Introduction: Echocardiography, often referred to as the “window to the heart,” is a precision diagnostic tool that provides remarkable clarity in assessing cardiac health. This imaging technology utilizes sound waves to offer detailed insights into the structure and function of the heart. In this article, we will delve into the world of echocardiography imaging, exploring its precision and its role in achieving a deep understanding of cardiac health.

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New Roles Across the Automotive Industry

MRI Network

The automotive industry is at a crossroads like it has never experienced before. The shift tower electric vehicles are moving fast, with several countries requiring a phase-out of fossil fuel-powered vehicles at various points over the next decade. Cars are becoming more technologically advanced, with competing developments in autonomous vehicles. Automobiles, as consumers know them, will rapidly change over the next few years.

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Echoes of Wellness: The Role of Echocardiography in Cardiovascular Care (Kerala, Ernakulam, Kannur, Kollam, Kozhikode, Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram, Wayanad)

Future Teleradiology

Introduction: Echocardiography, often referred to as an “echo,” is the harmonious melody of modern cardiovascular care. This non-invasive imaging technique employs sound waves to create detailed images of the heart, playing a pivotal role in the diagnosis and management of cardiovascular conditions. In this article, we will explore the echoes of wellness created by echocardiography, its applications, and its essential role in safeguarding cardiovascular health.

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Building the Case: New Evidence on the Benefits of AI-Powered PERTs

Aidoc

At the ninth annual Pulmonary Embolism Symposium, researchers from three leading institutions — University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), Jamaica Hospital Medical Center and University of Chicago — presented studies highlighting the care advantages of utilizing Aidoc in the management of acute pulmonary embolisms. On a recent webinar, Aidocee Jake Schauberger hosted Mohammed Zaidan, MD, from UTMB, and Zoran Lasic, MD, from Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, to discuss the patient case

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Visualizing the Heart: Exploring the Applications and Innovations of Echocardiography (Kerala, Alappuzha, Idukki, Kasaragod)

Future Teleradiology

Introduction: Echocardiography is a powerful diagnostic tool that opens a window to the heart, allowing healthcare professionals to visualize its inner workings in remarkable detail. This non-invasive imaging technique employs sound waves to create images that provide essential insights into cardiac structure and function. In this article, we will explore the applications and innovations of echocardiography, shedding light on its pivotal role in cardiovascular care.

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Ultrasound-Based 3D Printing Technology Could Enable Surgery without Cutting Open Patient

MedImaging Ultrasound

Scientists have made a significant leap forward by developing a biocompatible ink that solidifies into various 3D structures upon exposure to ultrasound waves.

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CBCT Insights: The Journey from 2D to 3D Imaging in Dental and Medical Practices (Jharkhand, West Singhbhum, Simdega, Saraikela Kharsawan)

Future Teleradiology

Introduction: The journey from 2D to 3D imaging in dental and medical practices has been marked by the advent of Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT). This transformative technology has taken diagnostic imaging to new heights, providing insights that transcend the limitations of traditional two-dimensional methods. In this article, we will explore the evolution of CBCT and its pivotal role in this exciting journey toward three-dimensional diagnostics.

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60th Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) Annual Meeting

Imaging Technology

mtaschetta-millane Mon, 12/11/2023 - 14:10 Event Date Sat, 01/27/2024 - 12:00 - Mon, 01/29/2024 - 12:00 Location San Antonio, TX 60th STS Annual Meeting

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The Cone Beam Quest: A Day in the Life of a CBCT Technologist (Karnataka, Bengaluru Urban, Chamarajanagara, Chikkamagaluru, Belgaum, Bidar)

Future Teleradiology

Teleradiology & Radiology data for artificial intelligence (AI) Introduction: The role of a Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) technologist is vital in the realm of diagnostic imaging. These professionals embark on a daily quest to ensure precise and detailed three-dimensional images, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans. In this article, we’ll take a glimpse into a day in the life of a CBCT technologist, exploring their challenges, triumphs, and unwavering commitme

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Fully Automated Software Identifies Asymptomatic Spinal Fractures in CT Scans

MedImaging General Imaging

Presently, over two-thirds of spinal fractures remain undiagnosed. Now, a fully automated software has been developed to identify asymptomatic spinal.

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Dental and Medical Marvels: The Impact of Cone Beam CT on Patient Care (Karnataka, Dakshina Kannada, Dharwad, Kalaburagi, Kolara, Mandya, Raichur)

Future Teleradiology

Teleradiology Introduction: Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) has emerged as a true marvel in both dental and medical fields, reshaping the way healthcare professionals diagnose and plan treatment. This technology has made a significant impact on patient care, offering detailed three-dimensional insights that have revolutionized diagnostic imaging.

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Revolutionising paediatric radiology: the future impact of AI

European Society of Radiology: AI

ENTER TEXT Key points xxx xxx Article: Revolutionising paediatric radiology: the future impact of artificial intelligence Authors: Susan C.