Ben White
JANUARY 4, 2024
From “ How to Do Great Work ” by Paul Graham: Schools also give you a misleading impression of what work is like. In school they tell you what the problems are, and they’re almost always soluble using no more than you’ve been taught so far. In real life you have to figure out what the problems are, and you often don’t know if they’re soluble at all.
Diagnostic Imaging
JANUARY 4, 2024
In a recent proof-of-concept trial assessing the combination of aducanumab infusion with MRI-guided focused ultrasound to open the blood-brain barrier, researchers found significant reductions in amyloid-beta load at 26 weeks in patients with Alzheimer’s disease.
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AuntMinnie
JANUARY 4, 2024
Up to 44% of diagnostic errors are due to laboratory tests and radiology exams that were inappropriately ordered, according to research published January 2 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology. The statistic underscores a need to improve the imaging exam ordering process, particularly for CT and MR imaging, which would not only benefit patients but also radiologists, wrote a team led by Ariadne DeSimone, MD, of Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston.
Diagnostic Imaging
JANUARY 4, 2024
At an amplitude of 200 mT/m and a slew rate of 200 T/m/s, the gradients for the FDA-cleared MAGNETOM Cima.X are reportedly the strongest for currently available whole-body MRI scanners.
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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 4, 2024
A standardized detection reporting system can help radiologists accurately categorize how breast cancer is identified -- either through screening or symptomatic presentation -- when performing image-guided breast biopsies, researchers have found. Alan Zhu from the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, AZ, and colleagues determined that such a system led to high reporting accuracy at a sustained rate that improved over time.
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AuntMinnie
JANUARY 4, 2024
MRI helps clinicians assess the neural involvement in endometriosis and could help them prevent irreversible nerve damage and chronic sensorimotor neuropathy in women suffering from the condition, Cleveland Clinic researchers have reported. MRI findings regarding the state of pelvic nerves involved in endometriosis are key to planning treatment, w rote a group led by Ceylan Colak, MD.
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 4, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 01/04/2024 - 09:33 January 4, 2024 — Varian , a Siemens Healthineers company, and Nova Scotia Health have formed an unprecedented 10-year, $175 million CAD multi-disciplinary oncology partnership (MDOP) designed to deliver value across the Nova Scotia Health system by accelerating the patient journey from screening to survivorship. Nova Scotia has a population of over 1 million with an incidence of cancer that is above average.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
JANUARY 4, 2024
In a paper published in npj Imaging, King's researchers have assessed the use of fertilized chicken eggs as an alternative model that can resolve both ethical and economic issues for preclinical cancer research.
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 4, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 01/04/2024 - 09:15 January 4, 2024 — Siemens Healthineers announced the Food and Drug Administration clearance of the Magnetom Cima.X 3 Tesla (3T) magnetic resonance imaging whole-body scanner. It possesses the strongest-ever gradient system for a clinically released whole-body MR scanner, making smaller structures in the body visible, and capturing images faster than previous MR scanners.
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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.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 4, 2024
The nation’s largest healthcare corporation has made an offer for the Corvallis Clinic in Oregon, which has 11 locations across the state's Willamette Valley.
Open Medscience
JANUARY 4, 2024
Nuclear medicine has transformed healthcare over a century, innovating in diagnostics and treatments significantly. The post History of Nuclear Medicine: A Century of Innovation and Impact appeared first on Open Medscience.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 4, 2024
Bhvita Jani, medical imaging principal analyst at Signify Research, discusses the most recent innovations in computed tomography with Radiology Business Digital Editor Dave Fornell.
Health Imaging
JANUARY 4, 2024
Researchers discovered potential brain damage in both college and professional players.
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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.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 4, 2024
Case Western Reserve University recently scored a $1.125 million grant from the National Science Foundation to help fuel its work, with a focus on MRI.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 4, 2024
3D contrast-enhanced fusion ultrasound (CEFUS) can analyze carotid plaque volume burden and could monitor plaque development over time, a study published January 3 in Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology found. Researchers led by Karin Yeung, MD, from the University of Copenhagen in Denmark found that this ultrasound method showed comparable performance to that of 3D CT angiography (CTA) and could provide visualization of the vessel lumen, creating a “lumenography.” “3D CEFUS is promising for mo
Health Imaging
JANUARY 4, 2024
Case Western Reserve University researchers hope to make the diagnosis of cancer safer and less expensive.
CurveBeam AI
JANUARY 4, 2024
Rapid advancements in surgical planning techniques are propelling the field of orthopedic technology into a transformative phase. João Pedro Ribeiro , the Chairman and CEO of PeekMed , is at the forefront of this change. His story, from a biomedical engineer to an industry leader, highlights the impact of innovation in healthcare. As we enter an era where technology and medicine intersect more than ever, the stakes for improving patient outcomes have never been higher.
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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 4, 2024
SimBioSys and Mayo Clinic have inked a partnership to develop early-stage breast cancer decision treatment support based on SimBioSys' TumorSight dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI (DCE-MRI)-based AI platform. The platform uses DCE-MRI data to build patient-specific 3D digital models of tumors and was cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on January 4.
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 4, 2024
Introduction: In an age where digital technology is revolutionizing industries at an unprecedented pace, Armenia’s healthcare sector has forged a remarkable success story through the adoption of teleradiology. This article delves into the power of pixels, their instrumental role in Armenia’s ascendancy in the world of teleradiology, and the transformative impact this technology has had on healthcare in the country.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 4, 2024
Varian, a Siemens Healthineers company, and Nova Scotia Health have entered into a 10-year, $130.9 million (175 million Canadian dollars) oncology partnership. The monetary commitment will be made through the purchase of hardware, software, digital solutions and services, and contributions to developing a digital imaging concept. It will also see a Varian office established in Nova Scotia.
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 4, 2024
Introduction: In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, Armenia has been making significant strides in redefining radiology through the progress of teleradiology. This article explores the transformative journey of teleradiology in Armenia, shedding light on its impact, and the innovative solutions that have reshaped the radiological landscape in the country.
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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.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 4, 2024
Siemens Healthineers has secured clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Magnetom Cima.X 3-tesla MRI whole-body scanner. At the heart of the Magnetom Cima.X is its Gemini Gradients, which have an amplitude of 200 mT/m and a slew rate of 200 T/m/s. The gradients are 2.5 times higher than the strongest whole-body MR gradients currently available from Siemens Healthineers, the company said, adding that the high gradient level helps clinicians better study neurodegenerativ
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 4, 2024
Teleradiology & Radiology data for artificial intelligence (AI) Introduction: Armenia, a nation known for its rich cultural heritage, is making significant strides in healthcare with a focus on teleradiology excellence. This article provides an in-depth exploration of Armenia’s progress in the field of teleradiology, its impact on modernizing healthcare practices, and how it is elevating the nation’s capacity to provide accurate, efficient, and patient-centered radiological servi
Aidoc
JANUARY 4, 2024
Welcome to “Lessons From the Inside,” a new monthly series where we explore the impact of AI with healthcare executive leaders. In this first episode, Debbie Cancilla, EVP and CIO at Temple University Health System addresses three key questions shaping the future of healthcare tech: Why is AI important today? How are executive teams approaching AI?
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 4, 2024
Benefits of Teleradiology to Telehealth Introduction: Armenia, a nation with a rich cultural heritage, is witnessing a transformation in healthcare that extends beyond traditional X-rays through the growing role of teleradiology. This article delves into how teleradiology is expanding its role in Armenian healthcare, its impact on modernizing medical practices, and how it’s improving the nation’s ability to provide accurate, efficient, and patient-centric radiological 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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