Wed.Dec 06, 2023

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Emerging MRI and PET Research Reveals Link Between Visceral Abdominal Fat and Early Signs of Alzheimer's Disease

Diagnostic Imaging

In a recent interview, Masha Dolatshahi, M.D., M.P.H., and Cyrus A. Raji, M.D., Ph.D., discussed MRI and PET study findings, presented at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference, that showed an association between higher amyloid PET tracer uptake in the precuneus cortex and a higher visceral to subcutaneous fat ratio.

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ChatGPT tested on nuclear medicine cases

AuntMinnie

ChatGPT shows potential for diagnosing nuclear medicine cases, yet needs further development before it can be implemented in practice, according to a study presented November 28 at RSNA in Chicago. Gillean Cortes, DO, a resident at the University of California, Irvine presented a study that put ChatGPT-3.5 and ChatGPT-4 to the test on nuclear medicine differential diagnoses cases transcribed from two textbooks.

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Loss of autonomy a top concern among physicians working for private equity or other corporate owners

Radiology Business

Another two-thirds of physicians reported having little or no involvement in practice management policies, according to a survey conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago.

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3D printing method using ultrasound shows success

AuntMinnie

Researchers are highlighting their approach to 3D printing, which uses ultrasound waves to create objects from sonically cured inks. Their results were published December 7 in Science. A team led by Xiao Kuang, PhD, from Harvard Medical School found that its ultrasonic 3D printing method -- deep-penetrating acoustic volumetric printing --successfully created anatomical structures such as the liver, kidney, and vessel networks.

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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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Artificial intelligence ROI considerations in radiology

Radiology Business

Rad Partners' Nina Kottler, MD, explains what practices should consider when assessing artificial intelligence solutions in an era where there is little reimbursement.

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The impact of Medicare payment cuts on radiology and patient care access

Radiology Business

RBMA President Kit Crancer said continued cuts will result in Medicare patients losing access to care when health systems and providers determine it is no longer economical.

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Ultrasound model identifies NAFLD patients with advanced fibrosis

AuntMinnie

A model using ultrasonic biomarkers could help physicians identify patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) who have advanced fibrosis, a study presented November 30 at the RSNA 2023 annual meeting found. In his presentation, Katsutoshi Sugimoto, MD, PhD, from Tokyo Medical University in Japan discussed the performance of a model he and colleagues developed, which combines multiparametric ultrasound markers.

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Materialise Introduces Mimics Flow Case Management Supporting Quality Management and Compliance for Hospital 3D Printing Labs

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 12/06/2023 - 12:56 December 6, 2023 — Materialise , a global leader in 3D planning and printing services for the medical industry, has introduced Mimics Flow Case Management , a case management solution for hospital point-of-care 3D printing labs. The new offering enables hospitals to enforce quality management within 3D workflows, digitally streamline point-of-care and 3D printing processes, and empower collaboration between clinicians, 3D lab leaders, and engineers.

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CT calcium scoring can determine if patients need statins

Health Imaging

Renee Bullock-Palmer, MD, director, non-invasive cardiac imaging, at the Deborah Heart and Lung Center, explains CT calcium scoring can determine if a patient needs to take aspirin and statins for prevention of coronary disease.

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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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AMA Issues New Principles for AI Development, Deployment, and Use

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 12/06/2023 - 18:24 December 6, 2023 — The American Medical Association (AMA) released new principles for augmented intelligence (AI) development, deployment, and use – a critical step toward fostering a consistent governance structure for advancements in health care technology. Building upon current policy on AI, the principles serve as the cornerstone for AMA advocacy on AI and underscore the organization's commitment to supporting the implementation of national governance polic

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Radiology groups express ‘profound objection’ to Cigna policy change

Radiology Business

“It is our firm belief that such a classification does a disservice to patients," the American Society of Neuroradiology, Society for Interventional Radiology and others wrote recently.

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Philips Showcased World’s First Mobile MRI System with Helium-free Operations at RSNA23

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 12/06/2023 - 18:22 December 6, 2023 — Royal Philips , a global leader in health technology, showcased the world’s first mobile MRI system with helium-free operations at #RSNA23. BlueSeal MR Mobile [1], the industry’s first and only 1.5T fully sealed magnet, delivers patient-centric MRI services where and whenever needed. Unlike other mobile MRI scanners, the BlueSeal MR Mobile is more agile and lightweight so it can be located in more convenient places for patients, like near a h

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What a New Study Reveals About Adjunctive DBT and Early-Stage Invasive Breast Cancer

Diagnostic Imaging

The combination of digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) and digital mammography had a 21.6 higher invasive breast cancer detection rate for stage 1 tumors than digital mammography alone, according to a new study involving nearly 100,000 women.

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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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Philochem and Blue Earth Diagnostics Announce First Three Patients Imaged in Phase 1 Clinical Trial of 68Ga-OncoFAP (68Ga-OncoFAP-DOTAGA) for Diagnostic Imaging in Solid Tumors

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 12/06/2023 - 18:20 December 6, 2023 — Philochem AG, a wholly owned subsidiary of Philogen S.p.A., and Blue Earth Diagnostics, a Bracco company and recognized leader in the development and commercialization of innovative PET radiopharmaceuticals, today provided additional information regarding a March 2022 licensing and collaboration agreement between Philochem and Blue Earth Diagnostics.

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Breakthrough in Nanosized Contrast Agents to Enhance Magnetic Resonance Imaging

MedImaging MRI

A groundbreaking nano-contrast agent developed using an innovative molecular design has shown promise in enhancing MRI capabilities without toxic side.

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Clarius Awarded Technology Breakthrough Designation in Ultrasound Category with Premier, Inc.

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 12/06/2023 - 13:00 December 6, 2023 — Clarius Mobile Health has been awarded a Technology Breakthrough Designation in the Ultrasound contract category with Premier, Inc. Effective Dec. 1, 2023, the new agreement allows Premier members, at their discretion, to take advantage of special pricing and terms pre-negotiated by Premier for Clarius technology.

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AI-Aided Colonoscopy May Improve Colorectal Neoplasia Detection

Health IT Analytics

Artificial intelligence may enhance colorectal neoplasia detection, but more research is needed to evaluate the long-term benefits of AI-aided colonoscopy.

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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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CellNetix to Work with Proscia to Innovate its Pathology Practice and Digitize a Portion of its 1 Million Glass Slides Per Year

Imaging Technology

christine.book Wed, 12/06/2023 - 10:28 December 6, 2023 — One of the largest independent pathology service providers in the United States, CellNetix Pathology & Laboratories has announced it is working with Proscia , a leading provider of digital and computational pathology solutions, to complete its transformation and digitize a portion of its 1 million glass slides per year.

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Top 8 Compliance Issues In Mammography Operations

Atlantis Worldwide

Every medical procedure has its own set of regulatory requirements and compliance issues, and mammography is no different.

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VR app simulates imaging room, patient and CT unit to teach techs how to scan

Health Imaging

In a virtual reality environment, no patient or technologist is exposed to radiation.

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CEM shows value as surveillance imaging tool

AuntMinnie

Contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM) has utility as a surveillance tool for women with a personal history of breast cancer, according to research presented December 6 at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium. In her talk, Julia Matheson from the University of Melbourne in Australia shared research indicating that CEM surveillance leads to increased detection of clinically significant breast lesions, as well as lower interval cancer rates.

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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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UnitedHealthcare threatens to knock group of imaging centers out of its network

Radiology Business

The health insurer is in an ongoing contract dispute with Mary Washington Healthcare and six outpatient centers run in partnership with Radiologic Associates of Fredericksburg, Virginia.

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Bering gets FDA nod for AI chest x-ray software

AuntMinnie

London-based medical AI company Bering Limited has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for its BraveCX AI-powered chest x-ray triage software. BraveCX is a computer-assisted triage and notification software that analyzes adult (≥ 18 years old) chest x-rays for the presence of prespecified suspected findings. The product was developed on over 1 million chest x-rays and has yielded an area under the curve of 0.96 for pleural effusion and 0.98 for pneumothorax in testi

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The Invisible Canvas: X-ray Technologists and Their Impact on Diagnostic Artistry (West Bengal, Cooch Behar, Dakshin Dinajpur, Darjeeling)

Future Teleradiology

PET-CT-Scan-Reporting-Service Introduction: In the world of healthcare, X-ray technologists wield a unique kind of brush – one that creates images on an invisible canvas. This blog explores the profound impact of X-ray technologists on the artistry of diagnostic imaging and how their work remains largely unseen but profoundly essential. The X-ray Technologist’s Palette: Mastery of Equipment and Techniques: X-ray technologists are the artists behind the scenes, mastering the complex equipme

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Strategic Radiology adds Regional Diagnostic Radiology to network

AuntMinnie

Strategic Radiology is adding Sartell, MN-based Regional Diagnostic Radiology to its network of privately owned, independent radiology practices. The practice includes more than 20 radiologists who provide diagnostic and interventional services to patients at 10 hospitals and five health systems located within the St. Cloud Metropolitan Statistical Area.

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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?