Thu.Sep 14, 2023

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FDA announces recall of Abbott neurostimulation devices after MRI-related issues lead to 73 injuries

Health Imaging

The new recall, which includes more than 155,000 implantable pulse generators , is due to ongoing issues with the devices being unable to exit MRI mode and return to normal use.

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The ECLS-SHOCK Trial: ECPR in Infarct-Related Cardiogenic Shock

REBEL EM

Background: Cardiogenic shock develops in up to 10% of patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and carries a 30 day mortality rate around 50%. Revascularization of the culprit lesion remains one of the few established treatments though there are numerous other unproven modalities including extracorporeal life support (ECLS). Many centers have attempted ECLS to achieve hemodynamic stabilization in this group of patients.

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Distant grass will always have a greener hue

Ben White

From “ COMMON PROVERBS AS VIDEO GAME TUTORIALS ” in McSweeney’s : Notice how after you consumed the Cake, the Cake is no longer in your inventory. The post Distant grass will always have a greener hue first appeared on Ben White.

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FDA Clears MRI-Compatible Robotics System for Breast Biopsy

Diagnostic Imaging

A robotic guidance and placement system, the IGAR system can be utilized inside of a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) bore.

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Testing Innovations in Cancer: How to evaluate and use new technologies

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.

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Philips Extends its mobile C-arm Range with Zenition 30

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Thu, 09/14/2023 - 15:13 September 14, 2023 — Royal Philips , a global leader in health technology, today announced the launch of Philips Image Guided Therapy Mobile C-arm System 3000 – Zenition 30 [1], the latest addition to the company’s highly versatile Zenition mobile C-arm series. Mobile C-arms are X-ray systems that are brought into the operating room (OR) to provide live image guidance during a wide range of clinical procedures which include orthopedics, trauma, spine, pain

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Insight Medbotics Announces World’s First FDA-Cleared, MRI-Compatible Robot

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Thu, 09/14/2023 - 15:05 September 14, 2023 — Insight Medbotics, a medical device company combining the accuracy of MRI with the precision of robotics, today announced a successful 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) for the IGAR system, the company’s MRI-compatible robot. The clearance applies to breast biopsy indications.

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MRI scans deliver value as a primary screening tool for prostate cancer

Health Imaging

PSA tests are linked to certain limitations when used for prostate cancer screening. Could MRI scans provide an alternative path?

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Mayo Clinic and GE HealthCare Enter Strategic Collaboration to Advance Innovation in Medical Imaging and Theranostics

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Thu, 09/14/2023 - 15:17 September 14, 2023 — Mayo Clinic and GE HealthCare announce a strategic healthcare collaboration for research and product development programs aimed to transform the experience of patients and clinicians in the practice of radiology and the delivery of novel therapies. The Strategic Collaboration for Innovation in Medical Imaging and Theranostics comprises Mayo Clinic and GE HealthCare scientists, technology developers, clinicians and other healthcare providers.

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Practical Insights on CT and MRI Neuroimaging and Reporting for Stroke Patients

Diagnostic Imaging

In a recent video interview, Vivek Bansal, M.D., discussed a recent Radiology Partners publication that offers practical tips and best practice guidance on CT and MRI neuroimaging for stroke patients.

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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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SHIFT – September 2023

MRI Network

Trending Topics in the World of Work Our September issue of SHIFT reveals that nearly half of U.S. workers don’t take off all the time they are entitled to; examines 2023 workplace benefits trends; explores the phenomenon of “loud laborers”; and looks at how Gen Zs and Millennials are driving change in the workplace. 4 in 10 U.S. workers don’t take all their paid time off Some 46% of U.S. workers who receive paid time off from their employers — whether for vacation,

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Can an AI Strategy Be Successful With a Point Solution?

Aidoc

TL;DR: Point solutions are effective at addressing specific tasks, such as identifying certain pathologies, but they do not support a scalable AI strategy without significant time from IT staff and facility investment. This is where an AI platform can serve as an all-in-one implementation solution, helping teams effectively manage data, clinical workflows and ongoing maintenance.

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New AI Software Facilitates Earlier Brain CT Detection and Triage of Obstructive Hydrocephalus

MedImaging General Imaging

An AI-powered medical imaging solution has been designed for the triage and notification of obstructive hydrocephalus on non-contrast brain CT scans, providing an important tool in detecting and managing this critical medical condition.

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AI-Enabled Chest X-Ray Solution Elevates ICU and ER Care Pathways

MedImaging Radiography

An AI-enabled chest X-ray solution has received 510(k) FDA clearance to triage pneumothorax and pleura effusion, both conditions that create serious challenges in emergency rooms and ICUs.

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The Employers Guide to Controlling Cancer

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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FDA clears and grants breakthrough status for radiology triage tool from Annalise.ai

Radiology Business

The Sydney, Australia-based vendor said its solution enables both passive and active notifications for suspected obstructive hydrocephalus.

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Ultrasound-Guided Popliteal Sciatic Nerve Block: Is It Time for a Bigger Stage?

JVIR

The excellent article by Oguslu et al (1) on the role of the ultrasound (US)-guided popliteal sciatic nerve block (PSNB) for pain control during endovascular treatment of critical limb ischemia was read with great interest. In their article, Oguslu et al described the PSNB as a technically and clinically successful procedure without significant registered adverse events.

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New eBook: Khan’s Treatment Planning in Radiation Oncology

MSK Library

The fifth edition of Khan’s Treatment Planning in Radiation Oncology has been added to the library’s collection. This is a comprehensive text of the clinical, physical, and technical aspects of radiation treatment planning.

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Successful Treatment of Choledocholithiasis Using an Intravascular Lithotripsy Balloon

JVIR

This case report describes the use of an intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) balloon, which is intended for fracturing calcified atherosclerotic plaque in arteries, to fragment common bile duct (CBD) stones. Potential advantages of IVL compared with an electrohydraulic lithotripsy (EHL) wire include the ability to perform lithotripsy without direct cholangioscopic visualization, treat a column of multiple stones simultaneously, and deliver the device through a smaller percutaneous transhepatic acces

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Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color

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.

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Can Chat Generative Pretraining Transformer (ChatGPT) Be Used for Statistical Analysis of Research Data?

JVIR

Language models use various statistical and probabilistic techniques to process texts and predict word sequences in a sentence (1). Chat Generative Pretraining Transformer (ChatGPT) is a conversational large language model developed and trained by OpenAI as a chatbot for human-like conversations (2). Among other applications, its ability of generating high-quality text has sparked interest in the application ChatGPT in drafting research manuscripts (3).

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