Brain anatomy differs between people with opposing political ideologies
Health Imaging
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
New research indicates that conservatives have larger amygdalas than their more progressive-leaning counterparts.
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Cybersecurity incident forces radiology practice to cancel all appointments so far in September
Radiology Business
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Hawaii Radiologic Associates emphasized that no electronic public health information was accessed, compromised or disrupted during the breach.
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Researchers achieve a significant advancement in early diagnosis of bipolar disorder in adolescents
ScienceDaily
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Researchers report significant strides in enhancing early diagnosis of bipolar disorder in adolescents. They demonstrate the efficacy of integrating multimodal MRI with behavioral assessments for greater diagnostic precision. Bipolar disorder is a severe neuropsychiatric condition that often emerges during adolescence and is characterized by extreme mood swings.
Women in Medicine Month: Celebrating Women Advancing Radiology
UCSF Biomedical Imaging
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
During Women in Medicine Month we’re proud to honor the clinicians, researchers, and educators who are advancing radiology. From exceptional patient care to teaching and discovery, we’re spotlighting the significant contributions of women at UCSF Radiology & Biomedical Imaging and sharing their experiences, reflections, and insights as women in medicine.
Testing Innovations in Cancer: How to evaluate and use new technologies
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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.
Hospital quality improvement project aims to reduce radiologists’ administrative burden
Radiology Business
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The University of Toronto has standardized processes related to multidisciplinary conferences, hoping to provide relief for participating abdominal specialists.
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State convenes task force to address radiologic technologist shortages
Radiology Business
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
“The shortage is not just specific to Connecticut. It’s all over the place,” said Bernadette Mele, MBA, the group's co-chair.
Microplastics reach the olfactory bulb in the human brain
AuntMinnie
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Pathologists have detected microplastics in olfactory bulb brain tissues of eight deceased individuals in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and suggest MRI could be the next step for studying the effects of the pollutants on human health, according to a study published September 16 in JAMA Network Open. Polypropylene – a thermoplastic polymer used in a wide range of plastic packaging – was the most prevalent, noted lead author Luis Fernando Amato-Lourenco, PhD, of Freie Universität Berlin in Germany, and coll
Adhesive cortical device enables artifact-free neuromodulation for closed-loop epilepsy treatment
ScienceDaily
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Researchers have developed a groundbreaking soft cortical device that could revolutionize the treatment of epilepsy and other neurological disorders.
Phase 3 Study Shows Viability of 177Lu-PSMA-617 for Taxane-Naïve Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer
Diagnostic Imaging
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The use of 177Lu-PSMA-617 was associated with a significantly longer radiographic progression-free survival and a 12 percent lower rate of grade 3 or higher adverse events in comparison to a change of ARPI therapy in patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC).
Maximize Your Radiology Center’s Performance With Specialized Scheduling
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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.
Lung ultrasound underdiagnoses pneumothorax in trauma patients
AuntMinnie
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Lung ultrasound underdiagnoses clinically significant pneumothorax, suggest findings published September 20 in Surgery. Researchers led by Jarrett Santorelli, MD, from the University of California, San Diego found that ultrasound on initial trauma evaluation has low sensitivity and a high rate of false-negative exams. “Because many of these false-negative results are clinically significant requiring thoracostomy, using chest ultrasonography alone to screen for pneumothorax should be done with ca
FDA Grants 510(k) Clearance for AI Detection and Triage of Cervical Spine Fractures
Diagnostic Imaging
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The CINA-CSpine AI software reportedly demonstrated a 90.3 percent sensitivity rate for cervical spine fractures in validation testing on more than 300 non-contrast CT scans.
DWI-MRI technique improves breast lesion characterization
AuntMinnie
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
A breast-specific DWI-MRI technique is effective for distinguishing between breast lesion types -- and improves on dynamic contrast-enhanced (DCE) MRI for this purpose, researchers have reported. A team led by Stephane Loubrie, PhD, of the University of California San Diego in La Jolla found that information generated by a DWI-MRI technique called restriction spectrum imaging (RSI) showed significant difference between cancers and high-risk benign lesions compared with average-risk benign lesion
Could it be Aortic Dissection? The Role for AI in Aortic Dissection Workflows
Aidoc
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
September 19th marks Aortic Dissection Awareness Day , a global effort to raise awareness about this life-threatening condition. Aortic dissection (AD) occurs when a tear forms in the inner layer of the aorta – the body’s largest artery, responsible for transporting oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body – allowing blood to enter and split the vessel wall.
The Employers Guide to Controlling Cancer
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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.
NewVue, Konica Minolta ink strategic partner agreement
AuntMinnie
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
NewVue and Konica Minolta Healthcare Americas have inked a strategic partner agreement which will allow Konica Minolta to offer NewVue's EmpowerSuite Radiology Workflow Orchestrator and Command Center to its U.S. customers. The software can be integrated with Konica Minolta's Exa Platform with the goal of improving radiology workflows. Through this partnership, effective immediately, NewVue’s software will complement the Exa Platform's web-based PACS, RIS, and billing software.
Flat Panel Detector Speeds Up Imaging and Diagnosis
MedImaging Radiography
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
An innovative flat panel detector offers improved image quality, comparable or faster reading times, increased diagnostic confidence, quicker time to.
EDAP, Avenda Health collaborate on AI-assisted robotic HIFU procedures
AuntMinnie
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
EDAP TMS and Avenda Health have forged an agreement to launch what the companies call the world’s first AI-assisted robotic high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) procedures for prostate cancer care. The HIFU procedures will use Avenda Health’s Unfold AI with EDAP's Focal One robotic HIFU platform to build 3D patient-specific cancer maps that reveal invisible tumor extent, allowing surgeons to avoid leaving cancerous tissue behind and to spare healthy surrounding tissue, Avenda said.
Human Factors in Manufacturing Operations: Enhancing Employee Engagement and Performance
MRI Network
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
When you think about manufacturing operations, you might imagine all of the machines on your production floor. But, don’t forget about the people who make those machines run! The human side of manufacturing is just as important as the equipment you use. Keep reading to learn more about how you can improve employee engagement and performance in manufacturing operations.
Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color
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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.
GE HealthCare launches Venue Sprint POCUS device
AuntMinnie
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
GE HealthCare (GEHC) has launched Venue Sprint, a point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) device that comes in tablet form and includes the company's wireless Vscan Air dual probes. Venue family ultrasound systems will also now offer wireless probe connectivity, supplementary advanced clinical tools, and the latest ViewPoint 6 updates. Venue Sprint also features AI-enabled resources and documentation tools.
AI Tool Receives Approval for Cervical Spine Fracture Detection
Imaging Technology
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
tim.hodson Thu, 09/19/2024 - 09:22 Sept.19, 2024 – Medical imaging AI company Avicenna.AI recently announced it had received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its CINA-CSpine tool. CINA-CSpine is an AI tool designed to support the detection and triage of cervical spine fractures from CT images. While the prognosis for cervical spine fractures depends on the severity of the injury, the timeliness of treatment is key, so prompt detection and appropriate treatment
Avicenna.AI gets FDA nod for CINA-CSpine
AuntMinnie
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Medical imaging AI company Avicenna.AI has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its CINA-CSpine tool. CINA-CSpine is designed to support the detection and triage of cervical spine fractures from CT images. It was validated on more than 300 noncontrast CT scans provided by multiple sources in the U.S. and Europe and acquired from 36 different scanner models across five vendors, according to the firm.
CT Scans for Diagnosing Pancreatic Cancer
Midstate Radiology Associates
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The pancreas is an organ located in the abdominal area, behind the stomach. It helps with digestion by producing enzymes and generating insulin hormones to help manage blood sugar and absorb nutrients from food. However, the tissues of the pancreas are susceptible to cancer. A patient may not show symptoms initially but once materialized, your doctor might recommended undergoing a computed tomography (CT) scan for further analysis.
From Prevention to Survivorship: How HR Can Support Employees Facing Cancer Diagnoses
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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.
AI Model Identifies Vertebral Compression Fractures in Chest Radiographs
MedImaging Radiography
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
A new study has validated the effectiveness of an AI model in detecting vertebral compression fractures on chest radiographs, with the potential for identifying undiagnosed osteoporosis and facilitating treatment.
Weight Bearing CT for Hip & Knee Imaging
CurveBeam AI
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Common Indications Osteotomy Planning Assess weight bearing alignment and 3D axial rotation in single radiology exam. Patellar Instability Assess patellar stability under muscular contraction and flexion 1. Measure femorotibial rotation, tibial tuberosity-trochlear groove distance, and lateral patellar tilt angle in weight bearing three dimensions 2.
Hospital giant’s homegrown outpatient imaging center chain expands into new state
Radiology Business
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Intermountain Healthcare first launched Tellica Imaging in 2021 as it sought to capitalize on the growing movement of radiology services outside of the hospital setting.
SBI to promote annual screening for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
AuntMinnie
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The Society of Breast Imaging (SBI) is launching a series of initiatives to educate the public on breast cancer screening, reiterating its stance that annual mammography screening should start at age 40. The SBI in a news release stated that despite evidence, there is still confusion due to conflicting advice from various organizations about the frequency of mammograms.
An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy
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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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