Ben White
MARCH 25, 2024
From last year’s “ Nutrition Science’s Most Preposterous Result ” by David Merritt Johns in The Atlantic (“Studies show a mysterious health benefit to ice cream. Scientists don’t want to talk about it.”): In 2004, the English epidemiologist Michael Marmot wrote, “Scientific findings do not fall on blank minds that get made up as a result.
AuntMinnie
MARCH 25, 2024
PET/CT is poised to become a key tool for imaging the coronary arteries – a clinical imaging exam that can reveal early warning signs of fatal conditions when patients present with symptoms of chest pain, experts say. The “hybrid” scan – which combines molecular PET and anatomical CT images – may have its highest potential in visualizing early signs of so-called “perfusion deficits” (regions of obstructed blood flow), said Marcelo Di Carli, MD, a professor of radiology and medicine at Harvard Me
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Diagnostic Imaging
MARCH 29, 2024
In a cohort of patients with invasive breast cancer and tumor sizes ranging between 0.3 to 9 cm, image-guided cryoablation was associated with a 10 percent recurrence rate at 16 months, according to research recently presented at the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) conference.
Imaging Technology
MARCH 27, 2024
mtaschetta-millane Wed, 03/27/2024 - 08:31 March 27, 2024 — A minimally invasive treatment using MRI and transurethral ultrasound instead of surgery or radiation is effective in treating prostate cancer, according to new research to be presented at the Society of Interventional Radiology Annual Scientific Meeting ( SIR ) in Salt Lake City. The traditional treatment options of r adiation or surgery often come with a risk of side effects, including urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction th
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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.
Radiology Business
MARCH 27, 2024
UHC has labeled an IR service docs have been delivering for 9 years as “unproven and not medically necessary due to insufficient evidence of efficacy.
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Health IT Analytics
MARCH 26, 2024
A deep neural network-based automated detection tool could assist emergency room clinicians in diagnosing COVID-19 effectively using lung ultrasound images.
Imaging Technology
MARCH 28, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 03/28/2024 - 10:03 March 28, 2024 — As artificial intelligence (AI) makes its way into cancer care – and into discussions between physicians and patients – oncologists are grappling with the ethics of its use in medical decision-making. In a recent survey by researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute , more than 200 oncologists across the U.S. were in broad agreement on how AI can be responsibly integrated into some aspects of patient care, and also expressed concern about how to
Radiology Business
MARCH 27, 2024
The percentage of patients who received imaging services also declined from 46% in 2010 down to 40% by 2021, experts wrote in Health Affairs Scholar.
AuntMinnie
MARCH 26, 2024
Since the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) approvals of radiopharmaceuticals for neuroendocrine tumors and then for prostate cancer, theranostics has picked up momentum in clinical practice, propelled by encouraging research. Theranostics pairs diagnostic biomarkers that can be visualized on nuclear medicine imaging with therapeutic agents that share a specific target in diseased cells or tissues.
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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.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
MARCH 29, 2024
Researchers have developed a new super-resolution high-throughput imaging method. Using the new technique, the scientists were able to create a 3D neuronal cell atlas with single-molecule resolution and discovered a previously unknown type of synapse. The results of the study were published in the journal Cell.
Imaging Technology
MARCH 26, 2024
milla1cf Tue, 03/26/2024 - 13:20 March 26, 2024 — Robert J. Lewandowski, MD, FSIR , an interventional radiologist and professor at Northwestern Medicine Feinberg School of Medicine , Chicago, assumed the office of president of the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) on March 26 during the SIR 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting in Salt Lake City.
Radiology Business
MARCH 29, 2024
Physicians at the Atlanta-based firm purportedly spent as few as 30 seconds reviewing reports prepared by overseas readers who weren’t permitted to practice medicine nor bill government healthcare programs.
AuntMinnie
MARCH 29, 2024
Although medical imaging has frequently been considered a major culprit behind the growth of healthcare spending in the U.S., its share among employer-insured individuals actually decreased between 2010 and 2021, researchers have reported. In fact, imaging's part fell from 10.5% to 8.9% during the decade, according to a team led by first author Michal Horný of Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA, and senior author Richard Duszak, MD, of the University of Mississippi Medical Center
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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.
CurveBeam AI
MARCH 26, 2024
It is feasible for a single-practitioner podiatry practice to add weight bearing CT (WBCT) imaging and realize economical and operational benefits, Dr. Nicholas Hugentobler, DPM, explained in a webinar titled, “Incorporating Weight Bearing CT Imaging into the Daily Podiatric Practice” on FOOTInnovate. Dr. Hugentobler took over Animas Foot and Ankle in Durango, Colo., in 2012 and purchased a pedCAT WBCT system three years later.
Imaging Technology
MARCH 28, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 03/28/2024 - 09:57 March 28, 2024 — Immediately releasing radiology reports under the 21st Century Cures Act ( Cures Act ) empowers patients and supports transparency, although the practice does introduce new concerns regarding radiologists’ communication, according to brand-new research from the American Journal of Roentgenology ( AJR ).
Radiology Business
MARCH 26, 2024
Transparency firm Fair Health recently analyzed data around this key figure, which represents the highest amount a plan will pay for a covered service.
AuntMinnie
MARCH 28, 2024
NYU Langone Health’s Perlmutter Cancer Center is using histotripsy for some liver cancer cases, it said in a March 28 blog post. Histotripsy uses focused ultrasound to deliver external beams intended to destroy cancerous tissue while leaving surrounding tissue intact. Histotripsy could become an option for patients who might otherwise be unlikely candidates for radiation or other ablation techniques, according to NYU Langone Health.
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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.
MedImaging Radiography
MARCH 26, 2024
A deep learning framework can identify shoulder abnormalities such as fractures in X-ray images with a remarkable 99% accuracy, assisting clinicians in making rapid and accurate decisions during emergencies.
Imaging Technology
MARCH 27, 2024
mtaschetta-millane Wed, 03/27/2024 - 08:21 March 27, 2024 — SyntheticMR announced that its next-generation imaging solution, SyMRI 3D , has received FDA 510(k) clearance for clinical use in the United States. This milestone marks a significant advancement in quantitative MRI technology, offering unprecedented resolution and accuracy in brain imaging.
Radiology Business
MARCH 29, 2024
That’s according to new research out of the Harvey L. Neiman Health Policy Institute, published in Internal and Emergency Medicine.
AuntMinnie
MARCH 27, 2024
A key provision in the 21st Century Cures Act has led to decreased time for patients to access imaging results, according to research published March 27 in the American Journal of Roentgenology. Researchers led by Nelly Tan, MD, from the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, AZ, also found that after implementing institutional policies to comply with the act’s information-blocking provisions, more patients accessed their reports before the ordering provider did.
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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.
Health Imaging
MARCH 29, 2024
Emanuel Kanal, MD, founded the American Board of MR Safety to develop standard testing and certification to stop accidents from occurring.
Imaging Technology
MARCH 25, 2024
milla1cf Mon, 03/25/2024 - 07:00 March 25, 2024 — The Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) Foundation today presented the Leader in Innovation Award to Suresh Vedantham , MD, FSIR , during SIR’s Annual Scientific Meeting in Salt Lake City. The 2017–18 SIR president, Vedantham is widely recognized as a distinguished leader in the clinical delivery and rigorous investigation of image-guided therapies for venous thromboembolism (VTE).
Radiology Business
MARCH 25, 2024
The American College of Radiology, American College of Emergency Physicians and American Society of Anesthesiologists want a court of appeals to uphold a recent ruling.
AuntMinnie
MARCH 25, 2024
Ever since Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen's discovery of x-rays in 1895 , the field of medical imaging has continued to expand across a multiplicity of applications, and one of the most fascinating is its use as a forensic tool to determine the causes of trauma, both in living and deceased individuals. Forensic radiologists and radiologic technologists apply their expertise to imaging exams -- typically x-ray and CT -- intended to illuminate signs of trauma.
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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?
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