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Current Concepts with Advances in Photon-Counting Computed Tomography

Diagnostic Imaging

Photon-counting computed tomography (PCCT) offers a number of salient advantages over conventional CT, including improved image resolution and contrast-to-noise ratio, enhanced denoising capability and inherent spectral sensitivity.

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ChatGPT may help educate interventional radiology patients

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ChatGPT is a relatively safe and accurate tool for patient education in interventional radiology, according to a study published October 23 in CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology. A team at Philipps University of Marburg in Germany explored the use of GPT-3 and GPT-4 for in-depth patient education prior to interventional radiology procedures and found both versions of the model highly accurate.

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Mayo Clinic Case Report: WBCT Reveals Tibial Plafond Stress Fracture in Competitive Athlete

CurveBeam AI

Key Points: Stress fractures should always be considered in athletes with ankle pain. This is the first published case in which weight bearing CT (WBCT) was used in diagnosis and surgical planning of a stress fracture. In the sport of track and field, jumping events have proven to be some of the most injury prone. Pole vaulting is particularly susceptible to foot and ankle injuries.

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Morphologic features on sonography predict metastasis

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Morphologic features of axillary nodes on sonography are reliable indicators in predicting metastasis, according to research published October 24 in Clinical Imaging. A team led by Anubha Wadhwa, MD, from Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, WI, found that greater cortical thickness and the absence of a normal hilum had the highest positive predictive value (PPV) for metastatic disease.

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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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Cutting-edge imaging sheds new light on cells that break down bone

ScienceDaily

Imaging technology shows that bone-resorbing osteoclasts gather in distinct pockets, leading to new insights for osteoporosis and cancer treatment.

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Pediatric UTIs: Short-Course vs. Standard-Course Antibiotics — Is It Time for a Change?

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Background: There is a shifting paradigm towards shorter durations of antibiotics in pediatric infections. Conflicting international guidelines recommend treatment of urinary tract infection (UTI) with antibiotic courses ranging from just 3 days to 7–14 days. 1–4 Antimicrobial resistance is a global health crisis, underscoring the importance of antibiotic stewardship.

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Risk-based lung cancer screening mitigates healthcare disparities

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Risk-based lung cancer screening using a model called the PLCOm2012-Update appears to mitigate racial and ethnic disparities and improve screening performance compared to a protocol based on the USPSTF 2021 criteria, researchers have found. Why? Because the PLCOm2012-Update model takes risk of lung cancer into account, reported a team led by Eunji Choi, PhD, of Stanford University School of Medicine.

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Advances in AI — October 2023

Diagnostic Imaging

Catch up on the top AI-related news and research in radiology over the past month.

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Philips partners with Quibim on AI-based MR prostate imaging

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Philips and Quibum are entering into a multi-year agreement to develop an integrated platform using the latter's AI-based QP-Prostate software to automate real-time prostate gland segmentation in MR images. The companies said this will generate quantitative information and standardize MR prostate exam reporting. Philips said that by combining its own AI-based MR imaging software with Quibum's, the integrated software aims to improve workflows for clinicians dealing with high volumes of MR prost

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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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Beyond Borders: Teleradiology’s Role in Global Health Access (Dibrugarh, Dima Hasao, Goalpara, Golaghat, Hailakandi, Jorhat)

Future Teleradiology

Teleradiology-India Introduction : In the pursuit of global healthcare equity, teleradiology emerges as a transformative solution, transcending geographical boundaries and bringing diagnostic expertise to regions where access to specialized medical services is limited. This blog delves into the crucial role of teleradiology in advancing global health access, breaking down barriers, and fostering a more equitable distribution of medical resources.

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Improving Communication of Positive PE Alerts with AI at University of Washington

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Dr. Sahani, Chair of Radiology at University of Washington Medicine, explains how clinical teams leverage Aidoc AI to both flag suspected positive cases of PE and communicate them, once confirmed by a radiologist, to the entire PE response team to drive better collaboration and reduce time to treatment. Click here to view the full webinar “Operationalizing an AI Strategy with Aidoc’s Enterprise Clinical AI Platform” The post Improving Communication of Positive PE Alerts with AI

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From Pixels to Patient Care: Teleradiology’s Transformative Journey (Sivasagar, Sonitpur, South Salmara-Mankachar, Tinsukia, Udalguri)

Future Teleradiology

Introduction: Set the stage by highlighting the increasing role of technology in healthcare. Introduce teleradiology as a key player in transforming how medical imaging contributes to patient care. 1. The Emergence of Teleradiology: Briefly discuss the origins of teleradiology and its initial applications. Highlight the challenges in traditional radiology that teleradiology aimed to address. 2.

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State-of-the-Art Open MRI System Delivers Excellent Image Quality and Significantly Reduced.

MedImaging MRI

Esaote has unveiled S-scan Open, the new configuration of its S-scan MRI system that offers superior performance while also improving the experience for both healthcare providers and patients.

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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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The Virtual Radiologist: Teleradiology’s Virtual Frontiers (Begusarai, Bhagalpur, Bhojpur, Buxar)

Future Teleradiology

Teleradiology in a flat world Introduction: Introduce the concept of the “Virtual Radiologist” and its significance in the evolving landscape of teleradiology. Set the stage for exploring the virtual frontiers that are transforming how radiology is practiced. 1. Rise of the Virtual Radiology Workspace: Discuss the transition from physical to virtual radiology workspaces.

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MR Compatible Brain PET Scanner Delivers Significantly Superior Spatial Resolution and Sensitivity

MedImaging General Imaging

Researchers have created a brain PET scanner compatible with MRI that features dual-ended readout depth encoding detectors, resulting in uniformly high spatial resolution and sensitivity.

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Putting Contract Staffing to Work for You

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Contingent work has been on the rise for years, but until recently many have viewed temporary positions as less favorable or less secure. All of that has changed as employers and employees alike consider contingent solutions. Since March 2020, the number of people taking full-time jobs has declined by 56 percent, while the number of people taking temporary jobs has increased by 66 percent.

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Alleviation of Severe Refractory Percutaneous Transhepatic Biliary Drainage Catheter-Associated Pain with Track Revision

JVIR

Transient localized site pain is common after percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTBD) catheter insertion (1). Although pain is often due to track creation through the abdominal wall and liver, additional causes of pain include bile peritonitis, cholangitis, malignancy, and tract infection. Rarely, patients may experience severe, long-term PTBD site pain for months or longer.

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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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Remote Reporting Excellence: Teleradiology Best Practices (Lakhimpur, Majuli, Morigaon, Nagaon, Nalbari)

Future Teleradiology

Unlocking Remote Reporting Excellence in Teleradiology: Best Practices Unveiled Introduction: Begin with a brief overview of the increasing significance of teleradiology in modern healthcare and the need for excellence in remote reporting. 1. Secure and Compliant Technology: Highlight the importance of secure and compliant technology in teleradiology.

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Percutaneous Decompression of Primary Hepatic Gas Gangrene Caused by Clostridium Perfringens

JVIR

Gas gangrene is a gas-forming infection commonly associated with extremity soft tissue or muscle infection after trauma. Nontraumatic gas gangrene involves intraperitoneal organs, including the liver, and is commonly caused by Clostridium perfringens (1). Primary hepatic gas gangrene is a rare but potentially fatal infectious disease (1). The role of interventional procedures in managing hepatic gas gangrene is limited in the literature.

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Connecting Images, Connecting Lives: Teleradiology Insights (Bihar, Araria, Arwal, Aurangabad, Banka)

Future Teleradiology

MRI-Scan-Teleradiology Introduction: Start with a captivating introduction that highlights the transformative role of teleradiology in healthcare. Set the tone for the blog post by emphasizing the connection between medical images and the lives of patients. 1. Bridging the Distance: Discuss how teleradiology has bridged geographical gaps in healthcare.

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Impact of procedural techniques on mid-term patency of fluoropolymer-based drug-eluting stent placed in the femoropopliteal artery

JVIR

To investigate the impact of optimal procedural techniques on the mid-term patency of fluoropolymer-based drug-eluting stent (FP-DES) in femoropopliteal artery.

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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.