AuntMinnie

APRIL 16, 2024

ChatGPT-4 matched radiologists when tasked with detecting errors in imaging reports, with the study suggesting the technology may be useful for improving reporting accuracy, according to a study published April 16 in Radiology. A team at University Hospital Cologne in Germany compared the performance of ChatGPT-4 and six radiologists in detecting common errors in 200 radiology x-ray, CT, and MRI reports and found the large language model (LLM) was not only “on par” with radiologists, but require

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 16, 2024

milla1cf Tue, 04/16/2024 - 11:56 April 16, 2024 — The Society of Interventional Radiology ( SIR ) has published a new position statement outlining best practice of image-guided endovascular interventions when treating children in emergency situations. The statement, published in the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (JVIR), recommends a multidisciplinary approach to pediatric trauma care, and provides the tailored scenarios in which endovascular interventions should be conside

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 16, 2024

The American College of Radiology (ACR) has laid off 11% of its workforce -- which translates to roughly 55 of its 500 staff members -- according to a statement released by the organization. "After a thorough review, the American College of Radiology (ACR) made the difficult decision to reduce its workforce by approximately 11% to enhance the College's strong financial foundation as it continues to serve and advocate for its 40,000 members and their patients," ACR CEO William T.

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Radiology Business

APRIL 16, 2024

“This efficiency in detecting errors may hint at a future where AI can help optimize the workflow within radiology departments," a lead author of the study said.

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APRIL 16, 2024

milla1cf Tue, 04/16/2024 - 12:21 April 16, 2024 — QT Imaging Holdings, Inc. , a medical device company engaged in research, development, and commercialization of innovative body imaging systems, announced positive data regarding the diagnostic performance of QTI’s Breast Acoustic CT Scans for mass detection from its second blinded multi-reader multi-case study.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 16, 2024

milla1cf Tue, 04/16/2024 - 12:27 April 16, 2024 — The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) and GE HealthCare announced their collaboration to provide mammography technology, training and educational tools to radiologists at Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH), part of the Muhimbili University of Health and Sciences (MUHAS), in Tanzania to improve access to screening and help clinicians lower the country’s breast cancer mortality rate.

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CurveBeam AI

APRIL 16, 2024

Radvant Education, a continuing education platform for healthcare professionals, announced it has launched a new course. The “CBCT Imaging Technologist Orthopedics Course” is designed to provide comprehensive education to healthcare professionals in the orthopedic field specializing in Cone Beam CT Imaging. Approved by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) for 15.5 Continuing Education (CE) credits, this innovative course sets a new standard in orthopedic imaging ed

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MedImaging Radiography

APRIL 16, 2024

A new study has found that eliminating the dye injection step from the three-part MRI scan for prostate cancer screening could make the process faster and more cost-effective without compromising on diagnostic accuracy.

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Radiology Business

APRIL 16, 2024

Jason Owen, MBA, comes to Envision from BlueSprig, a leading provider of applied behavior analysis therapy for children, where he held the same role.

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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.

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Health Imaging

APRIL 16, 2024

Interventional procedures play an integral role in managing traumatic pediatric injuries nonoperatively, though specific guidelines for the use of endovascular interventions in this setting have not been fully defined prior to these latest recommendations.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 16, 2024

A deep-learning model based on mammographic images can determine tumor staging and sentinel lymph node metastasis in breast cancer patients, a study published April 15 in Informatics in Medicine Unlocked found. A team led by Elaheh Tarighati Sereshkeh from the Iran University of Medical Science in Tehran found that its convolutional neural network (CNN) model achieved high performance marks in these areas.

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Diagnostic Imaging

APRIL 16, 2024

A new study shows that GPT-4 may offer comparable error detection rates to those of attendings and radiology residents in reviewing radiology reports, but researchers noted key caveats as well.

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Radiology Business

APRIL 16, 2024

Physicians with the University of Texas Medical Branch made their case for such an approach at the Radiology Business Management Association’s annual meeting in Las Vegas on Monday.

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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.

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Health Imaging

APRIL 16, 2024

In a study, CT-FFR was shown to reduce the need for invasive tests to measure coronary artery blockage from 74.5% to 25.5%.

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Diagnostic Imaging

APRIL 16, 2024

A positron emission tomography (PET) agent that targets LAT1 and LAT2 membrane transport proteins, TLX101-CDx or 18F-floretyrosine could be utilized to help characterize progressive or recurrent glioma.

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Medical Xpress: Radiology

APRIL 16, 2024

Large language model GPT-4 matched the performance of radiologists in detecting errors in radiology reports, according to research published in Radiology.

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Health Imaging

APRIL 16, 2024

The recommendations differ between professional medical organizations and contrast manufacturers as well.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 16, 2024

The RSNA and GE HealthCare plan to collaborate on mammography technology, training, and educational tools to lower the breast cancer mortality rate in Tanzania. Radiologists at Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH), part of the Muhimbili University of Health and Sciences and the largest public hospital in Tanzania, will receive mammography technology and advanced imaging training to help clinicians improve detection, diagnosis, and treatment of the disease.

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MRI Network

APRIL 16, 2024

Encryption originally meant the ability to keep things hidden or secret, coming from the ancient Greek kryptós , meaning something concealed. Today, the meaning hasn’t changed, but the application has become far more digital. Organizations need to find ways to ensure the secrecy of communications and data transfer across disparate and widely distributed systems, including public networks.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 16, 2024

The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) has declared an advocacy win, with language it crafted to promote nuclear medicine research included in the recently approved 2024 Defense Appropriations Act. “In 2023, SNMMI worked closely with Congress for legislative language that increases recognition for the value of diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine research in federal agencies,” the SNMMI said, in a news release.

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Associates in Medical Imaging

APRIL 16, 2024

Diagnostic imaging equipment is the backbone of medical investigation, providing critical data for accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plans. In hospitals, physician practices, and expansive health systems, the reliability, precision, and technological advancement of diagnostic tools directly influence the quality of patient care. Ensuring that such equipment is up-to-date is not merely a matter of operational efficiency; it’s a fundamental component of delivering superior healthcare servi

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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.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 16, 2024

Alan Matsumoto, MD. The American College of Radiology (ACR) has named Alan Matsumoto, MD, as chair of its board of chancellors. Most recently, Matsumoto served as vice chair of the board. Previously, he was chair of the ACR's Board of Chancellors (BOC) Commission on Interventional and Cardiovascular Imaging and a member of the ACR Council Steering Committee.

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Associates in Medical Imaging

APRIL 16, 2024

There’s an increased demand for precision and accuracy in diagnostics. As a result, diagnostic procedures, particularly PET and CT scans, are seeing greater client demands — a trend expected to continue for years to come. As healthcare facilities like yours aim to optimize operations and enhance patient care, understanding the evolving landscape of diagnostic imaging becomes crucial.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 16, 2024

A CT-based deep learning model can identify individuals with clinical stage IA non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) at high risk of further disease, researchers have found. A model developed by a team led by Kwon Joong Na, MD, of Seoul National University Hospital and College of Medicine in South Korea demonstrated an area under the receiver operating curve (AUC) of 0.86 for predicting recurrence of disease at two-years post procedure.

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Health Imaging

APRIL 16, 2024

The large language model can identify report errors seven times more quickly than human readers, new study reveals.

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