Wed.Sep 13, 2023

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This year’s radiology match was the most competitive since 2001

Radiology Business

More than 1 in 6 graduating U.S. MD students applying for a radiology position did not find such a match in 2023, experts detailed Tuesday.

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Study: PET/CT Multivariate Model Enhances Accuracy for Diagnosing Prostate Cancer

Diagnostic Imaging

For men with PSA scores between 4 to 10 ng/mL, a multivariate prediction model that incorporates 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT had a 92.7 AUC for predicting clinically significant prostate cancer, according to newly published research.

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Radiology Business Management Association warns CMS that specialty is reaching a ‘tipping point’

Radiology Business

“After 16 straight years of cuts to radiology this is an unsustainable environment in medicine,” RBMA Executive Director Bob Still wrote to the agency.

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Philips launches new mobile C-arm system

AuntMinnie

Philips Healthcare parent Royal Philips has launched a new image-guided therap. Read more on AuntMinnie.

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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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Private equity-backed imaging parts and service provider acquires competitor

Radiology Business

DirectMed Parts & Service, which partnered with NMS Capital in 2021, is buying Siemens specialist Technical Prospects for an undisclosed amount.

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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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TeraRecon partners with ImageBiopsy Lab to integrate AI

AuntMinnie

ConcertAI subsidiary TeraRecon will integrate AI musculoskeletal imaging algorithm. Read more on AuntMinnie.

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ACR, others push for imaging-agent pay fix as House leaders plan hearing on topic

Radiology Business

The House Energy and Commerce Committee announced Tuesday that it will hold a hearing to discuss the FIND Act.

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DenseBreast-info.org gears up for second #WorldDenseBreastDay

AuntMinnie

DenseBreast-info.org plans to hold its second annual #WorldDenseBreastDay o. Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: DBI weighs in on updated USPSTF breast cancer screening recommendation Volpara expands support for DenseBreast-Info.

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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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RSNA launches new tool to give business managers ‘Market Insights’ from radiologists

Radiology Business

The Radiological Society of North America said it hopes to aid in strategic planning and help imaging leaders eliminate blind spots.

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FDA clears robotic system for MRI-guided biopsies

AuntMinnie

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared Insight Medbotics' Image Guided Automated Robot (IGAR) system.

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Residents across radiology and other specialties earning an average of $67,400 in 2023

Radiology Business

“Some can’t even afford to live in the cities they work in. Such a system can feel deeply unjust," one resident told Medscape.

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Annalise.ai receives FDA clearance for radiology triage device

AuntMinnie

Annalise.ai has secured 510(k) clearance from the FDA for its triaging and notificatio. Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: Annalise.ai software gets nod in Europe, Singapore Annalise.ai partners with Ramsay Sime Darby Health Care Annalise.ai gets FDA nod for additional AI CT, x-ray indications Video from RSNA 2022: Annalise.ai Minnies presentation Nuance Communications partners with Annalise.

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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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Pancreatic Cancer Prediction Model May Reduce Unnecessary Biopsies

Health IT Analytics

A pancreatic cancer prediction model using common blood markers has the potential to improve early detection and reduce unnecessary biopsies by six percent.

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Ultrasound nomogram performs well on soft-tissue tumors

AuntMinnie

Combining ultrasound imaging and clinical features can help radiologists identif. Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: Deep-learning model classifies breast ultrasound findings CEUS with perfluorobutane improves HCC diagnosis Ultrasound-guided magnetic seeds localize breast lesions Can ultrasound guide vacuum excision to remove small breast cancers?

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Intensity-modulated Radiation Therapy Provides Long-term Benefits to Patients with Locally Advanced Lung Cancer

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 09/13/2023 - 15:42 September 13, 2023 — Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) should be the preferred choice when treating patients with locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), as it reduces radiation exposure to the heart and lungs, according to researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

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Dual-targeting PET tracer begins to show its stripes

AuntMinnie

New evidence suggests that PET/CT imaging with a gallium-68 (Ga-68)-labele. Read more on AuntMinnie.

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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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Making Mammography Inclusive for Patients with Disabilities

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 09/13/2023 - 15:49 September 13, 2023 — Lene Andersen , MSW, has been living with rheumatoid arthritis and disability since childhood. Her personal experience with limited mobility and the challenges faced in accessing mammography screening in Toronto, Ontario, has fueled her determination to advocate for change. Her story is featured in an upcoming themed issue of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences on the topic of specialized populations, published by Elsevi

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New PET tracer shows promise visualizing cardiac amyloidosis

AuntMinnie

A team at Harvard University in Cambridge, MA, has developed the first PET radiotrace. Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: SNMMI: PET tracer model quantifies cardiac amyloidosis burden Is there still a need for Tl-201 SPECT imaging in heart patients?

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REBEL Core Cast 108.0 – Angioedema

REBEL EM

Take Home Points: Airway management is paramount; expect a challenging intubation and consider controlling the airway early if there is apparent airway compromise. Understanding the cause of angioedema (mast cell vs. bradykinin mediated) helps dictate directed management. Urticaria and pruritus = MAST CELL mediated, which is treated like a standard allergic reaction.

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ISCT 2023: Quantitative CT: Not just for bone scanning

AuntMinnie

Quantitative CT is increasingly being used in applications beyond diagnosin. Read more on AuntMinnie.

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From Prevention to Survivorship: How HR Can Support Employees Facing Cancer Diagnoses

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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Annalise.ai Receives FDA Clearance and Breakthrough Device Designation

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 09/13/2023 - 15:58 September 13, 2023 — Annalise.ai , a leader in AI -powered medical imaging solutions, announced the receipt of 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the triage and notification of obstructive hydrocephalus (OHCP) on non-contrast brain CT scans. Annalise.ai has also received FDA Breakthrough Device Designation for its obstructive hydrocephalus software tool.

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Advanced CT Test Simulates Blood Flow to Assess Risk in Patients with Angina

MedImaging General Imaging

An advanced CT test can identify individuals with stable angina who are at a reduced risk for negative outcomes over three years, even if their calcium scores are high.

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The Difference Between Mobile and In-House MRIs

Atlantis Worldwide

Before you make a decision about whether a Mobile MRI is a good solution, let’s look at some points between MRI Suites and Mobile MRI solutions.

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Researchers use AI to predict recovery after serious brain injury

ScienceDaily

Western University has developed a ground-breaking method for predicting which intensive care unit (ICU) patients will survive a severe brain injury by combining functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) with state-of-the art machine learning techniques.

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

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?