Wed.Sep 11, 2024

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Study for Emerging PET/CT Agent Reveals ‘New Standard’ for Detecting Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma

Diagnostic Imaging

Results from a multicenter phase 3 trial showed that the PET/CT imaging agent (89Zr)Zr-girentuximab had an 85.5 percent mean sensitivity rate for the diagnosis of clear cell renal cell carcinoma.

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CT shows body composition changes in patients treated with Ozempic

AuntMinnie

Automated CT-based AI tools can visualize biomarkers of body composition changes in patients using Ozempic (semaglutide) for diabetes type 2 treatment or obesity, according to a study published September 10 in the American Journal of Roentgenology. These changes are beyond what can be evaluated by clinical measures such as weight and waist circumference, wrote a team led by Leslie W.

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The pros and cons of current breast screening modalities and the role of AI

Radiology Business

Debra L. Monticciolo, MD, past president of both the Society of Breast Imaging, and the American College of Radiology, explains the advantages and disadvantages of current breast screening technology.

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Polaris Dawn astronauts will undergo brain MRIs upon landing

Health Imaging

The scans will be conducted earlier than any other post-flight imaging of astronauts on record.

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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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FDA updates list of cleared VR, augmented reality devices, with radiology leading the way

Radiology Business

The administration has now authorized a total of 69 medical products that incorporate AR/VR since 2015, including 28 in radiology.

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Radiology Business Management Association urges CMS to permanently allow remote supervision of imaging exams

Radiology Business

CMS first started allowing this perk in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with providers able to oversee exams using real-time audio and visual technology.

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Many radiologists still unfamiliar with opportunistic screening applications

Health Imaging

Although AI implementation in clinical practice has taken flight in recent years, opportunistic screening utilization has been less common.

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Wake Radiology announces hiring of 8 physicians, plus more staffing news

Radiology Business

Also, Wake Radiology announced the retirement of a key team member, Envision shakes up its leadership team, and VUMC names a new section chief in emergency radiology.

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RSNA 2024 plenaries to highlight human-AI connection

AuntMinnie

The RSNA has released its plenary session slate for its 2024 annual meeting to be held December 1 to 5 in Chicago which will focus on the role AI plays in empowering radiologists. In this year’s president’s address, Curtis Langlotz, MD, PhD, will describe how building collaborative, intelligent connections between people and technology can energize the care team and redefine how radiologists deliver care, elevating the role of radiologists and allowing them to refocus on the skills and activitie

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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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Wearable brain imaging device shines a light on how babies respond in real-world situations

ScienceDaily

A technology which uses harmless light waves to measure activity in babies' brains has provided the most complete picture to date of brain functions like hearing, vision and cognitive processing outside a conventional, restrictive brain scanner.

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Cardiac PET use increases in coronary artery disease

AuntMinnie

PET, CT, and MRI use for assessing coronary artery disease increased in Medicare patients from 2018 to 2022, while SPECT and stress echocardiography declined over the same period, researchers have reported. Nonetheless, PET was the second most common modality used after SPECT, noted lead author Mouaz Al-Mallah, MD, of the Houston Methodist DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center in Texas, and colleagues.

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Photon Counting CT Facilitates Tenfold Reduction in Radiation Dosing for Detecting Post-Transplant Lung Deformities

Diagnostic Imaging

Two ultralow-dose photon counting CT protocols yielded satisfactory quality for diagnostic assessment in over 95 percent of patients who had post-transplant lung deformities, according to new research.

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Your Strategy For Getting Rid Of Unwanted Imaging Equipment

Atlantis Worldwide

Discover strategic tips for disposing of outdated radiology equipment and maximizing its value with expert guidance. Plan effectively from removal to.

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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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Understanding Oligometastatic Disease in Prostate Cancer: Insights from PSMA PET Imaging

Diagnostic Imaging

Key opinion leaders examine the role of advanced imaging agents, particularly PSMA PET and other radiotracers, in identifying and defining oligometastatic disease in patients with prostate cancer.

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Update on ChatGPT and Radiology Readings

Vesta Teleradiology

ChatGPT-4 Vision and Radiology Exam Questions ChatGPT-4 Vision is an enhanced version of OpenAI’s GPT-4 that can interpret both text and images. This multimodal capability allows it to analyze visual content, such as photos, diagrams, and medical images, in addition to understanding text. Applications of ChatGPT-4 Vision include assisting with medical imaging analysis, enhancing accessibility by describing images, extracting data from visual documents, and supporting creative tasks.

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The Role of PSMA PET in Early Detection and Prostate Cancer Staging

Diagnostic Imaging

Experts in radiology imaging evaluate the impact and efficacy of PSMA PET in improving early detection methods and refining prostate cancer staging processes.

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AI Powered Portable Lung Imaging Brings Life-Saving Diagnostic Capabilities to POC

MedImaging Ultrasound

By incorporating advanced algorithms with bedside ultrasound, artificial intelligence is set to transform the way healthcare professionals evaluate lung conditions.

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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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How Much Does an MRI Scanner Cost?

Maven Imaging

MRI, or magnetic resonance imaging, is an indispensable tool in modern healthcare. They leverage powerful magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed, cross-sectional images of the body's internal structures, including organs, soft tissues, and bones.

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Mevion, Nelco to partner on proton therapy

AuntMinnie

Mevion Medical Systems, a provider of compact proton therapy systems, and Nelco Worldwide, a radiation-shielding products and solutions firm, are partnering for faster adoption of proton therapy. The companies aim to facilitate the conversion of existing linear accelerator (LINAC) vaults for the Mevion S250-FIT Proton Therapy System. The system, along with the Hyperscan pencil beam scanning technology, can be installed within an existing LINAC vault.

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The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Electrical Engineering

MRI Network

Artificial intelligence (AI) is fast becoming an integral part of multiple industries. In the sphere of electrical engineering, it’s driving numerous improvements, from the way components and machines are maintained to the monitoring and planning of power usage. While many businesses are exploring the possibilities of generative AI and natural language processing/generation (NLP/NLG) for content and marketing, AI in electrical engineering is more analytical.

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ACR asks CMS to broaden 2025 colorectal cancer screening coverage

AuntMinnie

The American College of Radiology (ACR) has asked the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to include follow-on colonoscopies in its proposed 2025 coverage for colorectal cancer screening. In July, the CMS announced it would back Medicare reimbursement for CT colonography (CTC) for colorectal cancer screening. In recent comments submitted to the CMS, the ACR said it applauded the proposal but asked the agency to consider expanding the definition of a “complete colorectal cancer

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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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GE Signa Architect 1.5T MRI Machine

Amber Diagnostics

The GE Signa Architect1.5T MRI machine provides high-resolution images and supports a wide range of clinical applications GE Signa Architect Overview The GE Signa Architect 1.5T MRI Machine is a cutting-edge medical imaging system designed to deliver exceptional image quality and advanced diagnostic capabilities. With. Read more The post GE Signa Architect 1.5T MRI Machine first appeared on Amber Diagnostics.

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SpectraWave raises $50M in funding round

AuntMinnie

SpectraWave has secured $50 million in a Series B funding round it will use to advance commercial expansion and product additions to the company’s HyperVue Imaging System, which has 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). HyperVue combines SpectraWave's DeepOCT and NIRS technology to optimize image quality and procedural efficiency in the cath lab, it said.

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GE Signa Premier 1.5T MRI Machine

Amber Diagnostics

The GE Signa Premier 1.5T MRI Machine is an advanced powerful 3 Tesla magnet with innovative imaging technology GE Signa Premier Overview The GE Signa Premier 1.5T MRI Machine is an advanced medical imaging system that combines powerful 1.5 Tesla magnet strength with innovative imaging. Read more The post GE Signa Premier 1.5T MRI Machine first appeared on Amber Diagnostics.

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MedTrace taps new CMO

AuntMinnie

Pharma and medical imaging company MedTrace has appointed Nicholas Borys, MD, as Chief Medical Officer (CMO). Borys has over 25 years of experience in executive roles in the healthcare sector. He led drug development at Imunon, Amersham, and Hoffmann-La Roche, and successfully led and completed four new drug applications. He joins MedTrace after having spent the last two years as a consulting chief medical officer at NB&C Consulting.

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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?