Thu.Nov 14, 2024

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Academic radiologists earn less than peers in the specialty, but the gap is closing

Radiology Business

Docs in private practice earn median total compensation about 27% higher than academics in DR and 32% for IRs.

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New PET tracer shows promise in patients with kidney cancer

AuntMinnie

A new PET radiotracer could offer a viable strategy for detecting primary tumors, involved lymph nodes, and distant metastases in patients with clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC), according to a study published November 14 in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine. In a so-called “translational” study, a group in China first synthesized the compound (named NYM046) and labeled it with gallium-68 (Ga-68).

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AI-based ARIA detection software could bring 'renewed hope' for people undergoing Alzheimer's treatment

Health Imaging

The software is the first of its kind to achieve the FDA's approval for detecting, measuring and grading ARIA on MRI scans—a task that is critical in managing the disease.

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Road to RSNA 2024: MRI Preview

AuntMinnie

MRI has come a long way since one of its earliest iterations was used to image humans in the 1970s. Since then, the modality has helped reveal the brain's structural and functional activity and the effects of life-threatening events such as stroke. It has also improved the diagnosis of cancer, played a leading role in identifying musculoskeletal injuries, and added value as an adjunctive breast imaging modality.

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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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Radiology AI firm Mediaire raises nearly $12.7M in financing

Radiology Business

Founded in 2018, the German firm offers a suite of solutions to assist radiologists with interpreting MR images of the brain, prostate and knees.

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Renewed optimism that radiologist-supported bill to ease prior authorization could pass by year’s end

Radiology Business

The bipartisan bill would simplify how payers process utilization requests in Medicare Advantage and is supported by 500 healthcare organizations and 200-plus lawmakers.

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Konica Minolta Healthcare Debuts Exa Enterprise

Imaging Technology

tim.hodson Thu, 11/14/2024 - 10:12 Nov. 13, 2024 – Konica Minolta Healthcare Americas, Inc.has launched Exa Enterprise, an enterprise imaging solution with its integrated PACS/RIS core powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS). By leveraging AWS HealthImaging, Exa Enterprise provides a highly scalable, web-based platform with cybersecurity measures and fast access to data to boost efficiency across imaging specialties.

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New study highlights the need to include more challenging datasets in AI training

Health Imaging

A recent analysis of an already CE-marked, AI-based system that identifies pneumothorax on chest radiographs revealed a weak point in what has largely been considered a reliable support tool.

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How Konica Minolta’s next generation, cloud-based enterprise imaging is powering one practice’s growth

Radiology Business

Finding the right enterprise imaging (EI) system is critical for radiology practices and hospitals that need to expand and scale their multi-specialty image management and reading capacity. For Houston Northwest Radiology Association (HNRA), a very large increase in the volume of images they manage and read for their hospital and outpatient clients means it’s time to commit to a next-gen EI system.

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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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Photon-Counting CTA for Patients with PAD: What the Research Reveals About Assessment for Stenotic Lesions

Diagnostic Imaging

New research demonstrates that photon-counting computed tomography angiography (PC CTA) provides sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy rates of 90 percent and higher for the detection of stenotic disease in patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD).

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Academic Institutions Launch Groundbreaking Healthcare AI Challenge

Imaging Technology

tim.hodson Thu, 11/14/2024 - 10:51 Nov. 13, 2024 — Mass General Brigham AI is hosting the Healthcare AI Challenge , a multi-institutional virtual, interactive series of events where healthcare professionals can explore and assess the latest AI healthcare technologies in real-world healthcare scenarios. The Healthcare AI Challenge Collaborative is launching with a diverse set of healthcare institutions and their healthcare professionals, including Mass General Brigham; Emory Healthcare; The Depar

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FDA Clears AI-Powered MRI Software for ARIA Detection in Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease

Diagnostic Imaging

Icobrain.aria is reportedly the first AI software geared toward the detection and monitoring of amyloid-related imaging abnormalities (ARIAs) on brain MRI.

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Surgeons Weigh In: Top Indications for WBCT: Part 3

CurveBeam AI

Weight bearing CT (WBCT) imaging has fundamentally changed the evaluation and management of foot and ankle disorders such as hallux valgus, progressive collapsing foot disorder (PCFD), ankle instability, and traumatic deformities. The following panelists of experts share their insights and experiences in the use of WBCT in clinical practice as well as the future direction of the modality.

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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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Ultrasound Device Garners FDA De Novo Nod for Kidney Stone Clearance

Diagnostic Imaging

Emerging research demonstrated that the Stone Clear device, which facilitates post-lithotripsy clearance of kidney stone fragments, led to a 70 percent lower risk of relapse in comparison to observation in a control group.

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Agfa Radiology Solutions Looks to 'Empower X-ray Experts' at RSNA 2024

Imaging Technology

tim.hodson Thu, 11/14/2024 - 14:33 Nov. 13, 2024 — Agfa Radiology Solutions will feature live demonstrations of state-of-the-art digital X-ray rooms, mobile imaging solutions and software in its booth (#2565) at RSNA 2024 in Chicago in December. The Agfa booth also will feature an interactive touch screen kiosk on which visitors can compare radiographs.

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Combining Imaging Techniques Could Enable Surgical Removal of Prostate Cancer Without Biopsy

MedImaging Nuclear Medicine

A new study has found that PSMA PET/CT combined with MRI could help suspected prostate cancer patients avoid biopsy prior to undergoing radical prostatectomy.

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Combining Imaging Techniques Could Enable Surgical Removal of Prostate Cancer Without Biopsy

MedImaging General Imaging

A new study has found that PSMA PET/CT combined with MRI could help suspected prostate cancer patients avoid biopsy prior to undergoing radical prostatectomy.

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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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Highly Sensitive, Foldable Detector to Make X-Rays Safer

MedImaging Radiography

Researchers have made a breakthrough toward safer X-rays by developing a highly sensitive, foldable detector that can produce high-quality images with lower doses of radiation.

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When Is Short-Bore MRI Too Short?

Maven Imaging

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a powerful diagnostic tool that utilizes strong magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of organs, soft tissues, and bones inside the human body.

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Shimadzu Corp. Receives Design Award

Imaging Technology

tim.hodson Thu, 11/14/2024 - 11:08 Nov. 12, 2024 — Shimadzu Medical Systems USA, a subsidiary of Shimadzu Corp., recently announced the Trinias series with SCORE Opera received the prestigious design award: Red Dot Design Award 2024 in the Brands & Communication Design, Interface & User Experience Design category. The Red Dot Design Award is one of the world's largest design competitions organized by the Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen in Germany.

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MRI illuminates cerebral blood flow differences in autism patients

AuntMinnie

Tuesday, December 3 | 9:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m. | T2-SPNR-12 | Learning Center MRI illuminates alterations in cerebral blood flow in children with autism spectrum disorder compared to neurotypical children, Italian researchers have found. In this Tuesday morning presentation, Maria Claudia Macchia of the University of Chieti in Italy will share results from a study conducted with colleagues that showed differences between autistic children's brains and their neurotypical counterparts, particularly inc

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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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Konica Minolta Healthcare Launches Exa Enterprise, a Cloud-Based Image Management Solution Designed for Hospitals and Imaging Centers

Radiology Business

The new imaging solution is powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS) and integrates best-in-class, third-party solutions to provide an enterprise ecosystem and platform for the future.

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How useful is AI for detecting critical brain imaging findings on MRI?

AuntMinnie

Tuesday, December 3 | 9:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m. | T2-SPNR-4 | Learning Center How useful is AI for detecting critical brain imaging findings on MRI? It's on par with neuroradiologist readers -- and thus could prompt appropriate further imaging and reduce callbacks, according to a poster to be highlighted Tuesday morning. Kaining Sheng, MD, of Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen, Denmark, will share results from a study he conducted with colleagues that found that "using AI as a human support to implement a r

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Seno Medical Receives Innovative Technology Contract from Vizient For its Imagio Breast Imaging System

Radiology Business

Contract awarded for products that bring improvement to healthcare industry.

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Diffusion MRI can help track multiple sclerosis disability progression

AuntMinnie

Monday, December 2 | 12:15 p.m.-12:45 p.m. | M5A-SPNR-11 | Learning Center Diffusion MRI is a clinically feasible method for monitoring disease progression in multiple sclerosis patients, a team from NYU Grossman School of Medicine in New York City has found. "Unlike structural MRI, diffusion MRI (diffusion tensor imaging and diffusion kurtosis imaging) of normal-appearing white matter is sensitive to changes associated with cognitive decline caused by muscular sclerosis over time," wrote a team

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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?