Diagnostic Imaging
JANUARY 24, 2024
Researchers found that several measurements of background parenchymal enhancement (BPE) on dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI were linked to a 27 to 66 percent higher risk of breast cancer recurrence.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 24, 2024
Dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI (DCE-MRI) can help distinguish women with high recurrence risk of breast cancer from those with low recurrence risk, a study published January 23 in Radiology found. Researchers led by Dooman Arefan, PhD, from the University of Pittsburgh found that quantitative background parenchymal enhancement (BPE) found on DCE-MRI combined with tumor radiomics could be an alternative to the Oncotype DX recurrence score in assessing breast cancer recurrence risk.
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European Radiology
JANUARY 24, 2024
It is an honor for the European Radiology Editorial Team to introduce the new class of Review Fellows who will join us at the ECR 2024 and begin their Fellowship under the mentorship of our esteemed Deputy Editors. Over the next year, our Review Fellows will take part in handling manuscripts, analyzing scientific papers, and learning how to make editorial decisions under the guidance of supervising Editors.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 24, 2024
A nomogram combining ultrasound features and TI-RADS parameters can differentiate between malignant and benign thyroid nodules, according to research published January 22 in Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology. Investigators led by Lina Pang from Fourth Military Medical University in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, China found that their nomogram achieved high predictive performance in evaluating TI-RADS thyroid nodules categories 3, 4, and 5.
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Radiology Business
JANUARY 24, 2024
Eden Prairie, Minnesota-based Consulting Radiologists Ltd. allegedly terminated senior staffer Brent Bullis, MD, after he raised patient safety concerns.
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Imaging Technology
JANUARY 24, 2024
milla1cf Wed, 01/24/2024 - 19:20 January 24, 2024 — Whole Body MRI , a private clinic committed to delivering accurate and comprehensive diagnostic solutions that empower patients and physicians to make informed decisions about their health, today released new data that shows a concerning gap in Canadians’ understanding of MRIs. While the medical imaging technique is widely used and is critical for the early detection of cancers and diseases, the survey revealed that many Canadians hold harmfu
Radiology Business
JANUARY 24, 2024
However, about 62% of decision-makers at the management and executive level said they plan to do so within the next five years.
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 24, 2024
milla1cf Wed, 01/24/2024 - 19:18 January 24, 2024 — Nonfunctional pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors , while rare, are primarily treated through surgery. The presence or absence of lymph node metastasis considerably influences the selection of surgical and other treatment approaches. Particularly controversial is the necessity of surgery for tumors smaller than 2 cm as current clinical guidelines provide no clear consensus.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 24, 2024
Arizona Diagnostic Radiology is buying the Phoenix-area outpatient locations from Evernorth Care Group, the medical practice division of Cigna HealthCare of Arizona.
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 24, 2024
milla1cf Wed, 01/24/2024 - 19:08 January 24, 2024 — A study by the Neiman Health Policy Institute found that, by 2021, only 1.1% of radiologists’ commercial claims were out of network (OON), down from 12.6% in 2007. As such, by 2021, radiologists practiced almost exclusively in-network. This Journal of the American College of Radiology study was based on 80 million commercial radiology claims (2007-2021) for individuals covered by a large commercial payer.
MRI Network
JANUARY 24, 2024
The ability to feel empathy toward one’s colleagues is one of the most critical leadership skills you can strive for. It boosts your employees’ ability to innovate, engage with the task at hand, balance work and life demands, and motivates them to stay with your company. Empathetic leadership means having the ability to understand the needs of others, and being aware of their feelings and thoughts.
Health Imaging
JANUARY 24, 2024
Increasing use of cloud and AI are among the trends observed by Amy Thompson, research manager for healthcare IT at the healthcare market analysis firm Signify Research, at RSNA 2023.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 24, 2024
A total of 75 radiology departments received National Institutes of Health funding between 2017-2021, ranging from $195,000 to nearly $217.9 million.
ScienceDaily
JANUARY 24, 2024
In a new study, researchers combined OCT retinal imaging, genetics and big data to estimate how likely a person is to develop eye and systemic diseases in the future. They found significant associations between the thinning of different retinal layers and increased risk of developing eye, neuropsychiatric, cardiac, metabolic, and pulmonary diseases and identified genes that are associated with retinal layer thickness.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 24, 2024
Saltzer Health has faced "significant financial pressures as the rising cost of providing care, driven by inflation, has increased since the pandemic.
Diagnostic Imaging
JANUARY 24, 2024
The syngo Virtual Cockpit platform reportedly enables remote access and image acquisition for CT, MRI and positron emission tomography (PET), and facilitates clinician collaboration across multiple sites.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 24, 2024
Chattanooga Imaging recently completed a forensic investigation and is analyzing the information, with plans to send personalized letters to those impacted.
MedImaging Ultrasound
JANUARY 24, 2024
New research has shown that artificial intelligence can detect rheumatic heart disease with equivalent accuracy to a cardiologist.
REBEL EM
JANUARY 24, 2024
Take Home Points Achilles tendon rupture is a clinical diagnosis. The Thompson Test should be applied in all suspected cases. Remember to brace or splint a rupture, even if suspected, in the resting equinus position for optimal healing and prevention of further injury. Schedule follow up with orthopedics within 1 week for discussion of operative management vs early rehab protocols.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
JANUARY 24, 2024
Researchers have developed a way to use ultrasound to predict whether a pregnant person is at risk of delivering a baby prematurely, which occurs in upward of 10% of pregnancies in the U.S.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 24, 2024
The American College of Radiology (ACR) recently issued a statement of support for the Protecting Access to Medicare Act (PAMA) appropriate use criteria program. The ACR in its statement urged providers, including radiologists, and medical practices to continue leveraging criteria-based clinical decision support exam and procedure ordering systems while legislative updates are being made.
Health Imaging
JANUARY 24, 2024
The method was developed based on 22 years of research and has been shown effective in a new study.
Open Medscience
JANUARY 24, 2024
Thorium-227 emerges in nuclear medicine, revolutionizing cancer treatment through precise, effective radiotheranostic and therapeutic applications. The post The Breakthrough Role of Thorium-227 in Theranostic Radiopharmaceuticals appeared first on Open Medscience.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 24, 2024
NewVue has closed on a round of seed funding to help launch its radiology workflow management platform, EmpowerSuite. EmpowerSuite is a cloud-native platform that integrates AI and blends radiologist preferences, credentials, insurance details, and clinical priorities to update worklists, the company said. The user interface features a cockpit-style command center that includes an intelligent worklist and a Clinical Information Screen that provides a clinical data summary and timeline.
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 24, 2024
Introduction Brunei, a nation known for its cultural diversity and rich heritage, is embracing remote radiology excellence through the integration of teleradiology services. This innovative approach to healthcare is revolutionizing the diagnostic landscape and reshaping the way healthcare is delivered. In this blog, we will delve into the world of teleradiology in Brunei, exploring its role in improving patient care, overcoming geographical barriers, and enhancing healthcare accessibility.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 24, 2024
Enigma Biomedical Group USA (EBG-USA) has signed an exclusive agreement to commercialize AbbVie’s tau PET imaging biomarkers for use in patients with suspected neurodegenerative disease. Under the agreement, EBG-USA and AbbVie will collaborate with EBG-USA’s academic and pharmaceutical partner network to validate preclinical and clinical PET ligands during an initial evaluation period.
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 24, 2024
MRI-Scan-Teleradiology Introduction Brunei, a culturally diverse nation known for its natural beauty, is in the midst of a healthcare transformation led by the integration of teleradiology services. This innovative approach to healthcare is revolutionizing the diagnostic landscape and reshaping the way healthcare is delivered. In this blog, we will explore the vital role of teleradiology in Brunei’s healthcare transformation, focusing on how it enhances patient care, breaks down geographic
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 24, 2024
In the United States, approximately 10% of women are contacted for further testing after an initial breast cancer screening. Of that 10%, however, only 0.5% receive a cancer diagnosis. That leaves 9.5% of tested women with a false-positive exam — which is often accompanied by undue financial and emotional burdens. 1 LG Business Solutions has set out to reduce the risk of this hardship with advanced medical monitor solutions.
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 24, 2024
PET-CT-Scan-Reporting-Service Introduction Brunei, a nation of cultural diversity and natural beauty, is setting the stage for the future of healthcare with telehealth advancements, particularly in the field of teleradiology. This innovative approach is revolutionizing healthcare delivery and reshaping the patient experience. In this blog, we will explore the role of teleradiology in Brunei’s healthcare landscape, focusing on its potential to enhance patient care, overcome geographical bar
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 24, 2024
TerraPower Isotopes has shipped its first samples of Actinium-225 (Ac-225) to two pharmaceutical companies to develop targeted cancer treatments in drug trials. Ac-225 is an alpha-emitting radionuclide that can be attached to a ligand that binds to cancer cells. Once delivered to patients, the isotope destroys cancerous tissue with minimum damage to nearby healthy cells, TerraPower said.
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