Fri.Apr 04, 2025

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Part II: ‘Spectral x-ray’ technology key in space mission

AuntMinnie

The Fram2 mission splashed down safely on April 4 at 9:19 a.m. PT off the coast of Oceanside, CA, counting among its accomplishments the first use of an x-ray machine in space. While the mission provided a striking in-flight image , the spectral imaging capabilities of the ultraportable x-ray machines detector offer researchers a much deeper dive into human anatomy, according to Karim Karim, PhD, chief technology officer of KA Imaging.

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Case of cardiac arrest during MRI highlights importance of patient monitoring

Health Imaging

It is estimated that the patient was in cardiac arrest for 10 minutes before his deteriorating condition was noticed by the technologist.

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ASTRO letter to Oz emphasizes need for Medicare payment stability

AuntMinnie

The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) wants to partner with new Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) administrator Mehmet Oz, MD, to advance radiation oncology payment reforms. "As cancer specialists devoted to improving patient outcomes, we look forward to working collaboratively with Dr. Oz and the CMS team on critical priorities including Medicare payment reform and prior authorization," stated ASTRO's board chair Howard Sandler, MD, in a letter following Oz's confir

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Referrers want more structured radiology reports

Health Imaging

Ordering physicians believe templated reporting more clearly communicates impressions regarding neuro patients, which often require more complex workups and management.

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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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Outgoing President Pete Moffatt reflects on the 2025 RBMA Annual Meeting

Radiology Business

"I feel very privileged to have led such an experienced and capable board of directors," the Radiology Business Management Association's 2024-2025 leader writes in a Radiology Business guest column.

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Smart Ultrasound-Activated Immune Cells Destroy Cancer Cells for Extended Periods

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A new technology that ultrasound-controlled CAR T-cells could revolutionize cancer immunotherapy by targeting stubborn solid tumors.

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Radiomics across Modalities: A Comprehensive Review of Neurodegenerative Diseases

ScienceDirect

Publication date: Available online 3 April 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Marianna Inglese, Allegra Conti, Nicola Toschi

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Elevated liver fat fraction helps predict MACE in diabetic patients

AuntMinnie

Elevated liver fat fraction (LFF) identified on coronary CT angiography (CCTA) imaging appears to be an independent prognostic factor for major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) in patients with type 2 diabetes, researchers have reported. The findings could help better prevent MACE in these individuals, wrote a group led by Min Wang, PhD, of Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University in China.

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Prognostic Value of Rotational Mechanics Derived from CMR-Feature Tracking in Light-chain Cardiac Amyloidosis and Heart Failure

ScienceDirect

Publication date: Available online 3 April 2025 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Yucong Zheng, Yunling Li, Jinghui Li, Kai Yang, Xiuyu Chen, Kankan Zhao, Wenhao Dong, Minjie Lu, Rui Li, Shihua Zhao

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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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SPECT/CT measure validated for diagnosing ATTR

AuntMinnie

A research team in Finland has validated the accuracy of a SPECT/CT measure for diagnosing transthyretin amyloidosis (ATTR). The measure is called the myocardium-to-blood ratio (MBR) and was 100% accurate for detecting ATTR cardiomyopathy in a group of patients with suspected disease, noted a group led by Olli Suomalainen, MD, of the University of Helsinki.

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What New Research Reveals About Novice Use of AI-Guided Cardiac Ultrasound

Diagnostic Imaging

In a study recently presented at the American College of Cardiology (ACC) conference, researchers found that novice use of AI-guided cardiac ultrasound after an AI-enabled electrocardiogram increased the positive predictive value for reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) or aortic valve stenosis by 33 percent.

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SNMMI joins new consortium to harmonize radiopharmaceutical dosimetry

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The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) has joined the new Precision Dosimetry Imaging Biomarker (PDIB) consortium. Through its involvement, SNMMI will contribute to a "harmonized" framework for implementing radiopharmaceutical therapy (RPT) dosimetry in the clinic. The Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) will lead the three-year, $4.9 million public-private partnership and project; SNMMI is one of 32 public-sector, academic, and industry partners involv

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Toby Vincent Receives the 11th Annual Bob Cassling Service Excellence Award

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With an average tenure hovering around 15 years, Cassling is proud of our knowledgeable and loyal employees who embody the culture weve created over the past 40 years, and Toby Vincent is no exception. Toby celebrated 20 years with Cassling in January of 2023, hes been described by his colleagues as invaluable, dedicated, hard working and reliable. These are just a few of the many adjectives that make him a fitting recipient of this years Bob Cassling Service Excellence Award.

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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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SimonMed partners with ImagineSoftware to end missed follow-ups

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Outpatient medical imaging provider SimonMed Imaging and revenue cycle management software ImagineSoftware have implemented RadNav, a platform focused on improving patient engagement and ensuring follow-up imaging studies. RadNav is designed to identify patients who may need critical follow-up imaging studies and provide personalized notifications, reminders, and educational support, according to the firms.

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Q1 2025 AI Radiology Roundup: Smarter Screening, Streamlined Referrals, and Intelligent Ultrasound Innovations

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The first quarter of 2025 has seen impressive strides in the integration of artificial intelligence across the radiology spectrum. From breast cancer screening and interventional radiology referrals to next-gen ultrasound systems, AI continues to redefine efficiency, accuracy, and clinical outcomes. Below, we highlight three major developments shaping the future of radiology.

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China limits exports of rare earth elements, targets CT x-ray tubes

AuntMinnie

As part of a retaliation against new tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, China announced April 4 that it would limit export of rare earth elements, including several used in medical imaging and treatments. It also launched investigations related to imports of CT x-ray tubes. Gadolinium, lutetium, and yttrium were included on the list released by Chinas Ministry of Commerce of medium and heavy rare earth elements now under export control measures.

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BLS Employment Situation Report: March 2025

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Analysts consensus for this months Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Employment Situation Summary data was for continued job growth but at a slower pace than previous periods. Todays data indicating 228,000 new jobs beat expectations, but these figures could quickly turn stale as next months data will likely reflect impacts from DOGE and the tariff impact on hiring and business investment plans.

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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.