AuntMinnie

MAY 2, 2024

ChatGPT has been effective in 84% of radiology research studies, yet it is still too soon to confirm its complete proficiency for clinical applications, according to a team at the University of California, Los Angeles. A group led by Pedram Keshavarz, MD, performed a systematic literature review and found that 37 out of 44 (84.1%) radiology studies show ChatGPT's effectiveness, yet none suggested its unsupervised use in clinical practice.

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Diagnostic Imaging

MAY 2, 2024

In addition to enhanced resolution, the uMR Jupiter 5T device reportedly addresses image uniformity and radiofrequency safety that have been previous challenges with ultra-high-field MRI.

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AuntMinnie

MAY 2, 2024

Researchers at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC) have developed and validated an abdominal organ segmentation model and made it available as an open-source application for further research and potential clinical deployment in pediatrics, according to an article published in the American Journal of Roentgenology on May 1. After testing a number of different deep-learning algorithms, first author Elanchezhian Somasundaram, PhD, from the departments of radiology and pediatrics a

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Health Imaging

MAY 2, 2024

Houston, Texas-based United Imaging announced the clearance of its uMR Jupiter 5T MRI system, the first to offer an 8-channel whole-body multi-transmit system.

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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.

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ScienceDaily

MAY 2, 2024

Blood vessels in the lungs aren't like the others in the body. This difference becomes clear in pulmonary hypertension, in which only the lungs' blood vessels stiffen progressively, leading to chronic lung disease, heart failure and death. The underlying reasons for this organ-specific vessel stiffening remained a mystery until researchers made a surprising discovery about these blood vessel cells in patients with pulmonary hypertension -- they're hungry.

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ScienceDaily

MAY 2, 2024

A new prototype sensor is capable of detecting errors in MRI scans using laser light and gas. The new sensor can thereby do what is impossible for current electrical sensors -- and hopefully pave the way for MRI scans that are better, cheaper and faster.

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Health Imaging

MAY 2, 2024

The sensor uses laser light encased in fiber cables and a small glass container filled with gas to measure changes in the strength of a magnetic field.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 2, 2024

christine.book Thu, 05/02/2024 - 12:42 May 2, 2024 — A new study from Mass General Brigham has found that large foundation models that incorporate a richer level of details may mitigate disparities between different demographic groups and enhance model security. A detailed statement issued by MGH today on the study, “Demographic bias in misdiagnosis by computational pathology models,” reported findings of substantial variability in pathology AI models’ performance based on race, insurance type a

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CurveBeam AI

MAY 2, 2024

Key Points: Currently plain radiographs are the standard method in diagnosing syndesmotic ankle injuries even though the distal tibiofibular joint cannot be assessed due to superposition of the osseous structures in the foot. Weight bearing CT (WBCT) allows bilateral assessment of the ankle syndesmosis while under physiological load and in 3-dimensions (3D).

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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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AuntMinnie

MAY 2, 2024

GE HealthCare will unveil its new Revolution RT radiation therapy CT system at the European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ESTRO) 2024 Congress being held May 3-7 in Glasgow, Scotland. The new system was designed with a wide-bore CT platform and includes an updated AI-enhanced version of the Intelligent Radiation Therapy (iRT) platform, which interfaces with the Spectronic MRI Planner, according to the vendor.

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MedImaging Ultrasound

MAY 2, 2024

Researchers have developed a sophisticated machine-learning algorithm capable of interpreting echocardiogram images and analyzing crucial findings.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 2, 2024

Beginning this spring, ITN will begin sending out a bi-monthly survey to our readers on a variety of topics, which we will use to create the Last Read, a unique mix of radiology facts, figures and trends. This column offers a venue to get to know your colleagues, and where you stand on different issues. Do you have a question you want us to ask? Contact Editorial Director Melinda Taschetta-Millane at melinda.taschetta-millane@wainscotmedia.com.

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Cassling's MRI

MAY 2, 2024

Your healthcare facility has decided to invest in a new computed tomography (CT) scanner; now you’re in the process of evaluating your options. While considering variables like imaging capabilities, workflow efficiency, and patient experience, you’re also crunching numbers tied to cost. If you’re asking the question ‘how much does a CT scanner cost?

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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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Diagnostic Imaging

MAY 2, 2024

Supplemental breast MRI had a cancer detection rate (CDR) of 20/1000 and a positive predictive value (PPV) of 50 percent, according to preliminary findings from a prospective trial involving women with heterogeneously or very dense breasts.

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Medical Xpress: Radiology

MAY 2, 2024

Four proposed state-of-the art image search engines for automating search and retrieval of digital histopathology slides were found to be of inadequate performance for routine clinical care, new research suggests.

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MedImaging Nuclear Medicine

MAY 2, 2024

Researchers are developing new contrast agents and imaging technology to improve the monitoring of inflammatory disorders like inflammatory bowel disease,

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Imaging Technology

MAY 2, 2024

milla1cf Thu, 05/02/2024 - 10:30 May 2, 2024 — Radformation, Inc., a leader in automation solutions for cancer care, announced today that it has acquired privately-held Limbus AI , a leading global provider of automated contouring software for radiation therapy. This acquisition signifies Radformation’s commitment to driving innovation and expanding its AI -driven capabilities in cancer care.

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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.

Aidoc

MAY 2, 2024

The common adage of a bustling and stressful emergency room is resoundingly accurate. Fraught with waiting rooms capaciously full of the ill and injured, under resourced and overworked staff members, incessant alarm bells and chimes, and an endless stream of patients akin to the analogy of digging a hole at the beach only to be filled in again by crashing waves.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 2, 2024

christine.book Thu, 05/02/2024 - 12:01 May 2, 2024 — GE HealthCare has announced a new radiation therapy computed tomography (CT) solution with innovative hardware and software solutions to help increase imaging accuracy. A statement on the unveiling of the Revolution RT [i] , taking place at the upcoming European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ESTRO) 2024 Congress in Glasgow from May 3-7, reports that the solution simplifies simulation workflow for a more personalized and seam

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Aidoc

MAY 2, 2024

The common adage of a bustling and stressful emergency room is resoundingly accurate. Fraught with waiting rooms capaciously full of the ill and injured, under resourced and overworked staff members, incessant alarm bells and chimes, and an endless stream of patients akin to the analogy of digging a hole at the beach only to be filled in again by crashing waves.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 2, 2024

As we witness a mounting backlash against prior authorization in healthcare, we must explore more effective alternatives. Last month, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) took a step in the right direction by unveiling a rule to enhance and streamline this cumbersome process. CMS in its rule recognized the need for change, acknowledging prior authorization often hampers essential patient care due to convoluted payer requirements and protracted decision-making.

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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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JVIR

MAY 2, 2024

To evaluate the long-term efficacy and safety of proprietary transperineal laser ablation (TPLA) of the prostate.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 2, 2024

milla1cf Thu, 05/02/2024 - 10:22 May 2, 2024 — GT Medical Technologies, Inc. ( GT MedTech ), a medical device company with the mission of improving the lives of patients with brain tumors, today announced it has entered into a strategic distribution partnership with Theragenics Corporation (Theragenics), a global leader in minimally invasive brachytherapy.

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AuntMinnie

MAY 2, 2024

Novartis has entered into an agreement to acquire Mariana Oncology, a preclinical-stage biotechnology company that develops novel radioligand therapies (RLTs) for cancer. Watertown, MA-based Mariana Oncology's portfolio crosses a range of solid tumor indications such as breast, prostate, and lung cancer and includes development candidate MC-339, an actinium-based RLT being investigated in small cell lung cancer, according to Novartis.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 2, 2024

milla1cf Thu, 05/02/2024 - 10:27 May 2, 2024 — Head and abdominal trauma is a leading cause of death for children. About 1%–2% of children who come to emergency departments with head or abdominal injuries require immediate intervention. These injuries are diagnosed the world over by computed tomography ( CT ) scans. But CT-related radiation can cause cancers later in life, and accumulated evidence suggests that CT is overused.

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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?