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Are You Hungry, Radiologist?

Diagnostic Imaging

Can a return to a per-click reimbursement model reignite one’s drive?

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Medality Sale

Ben White

The folks over at Medality (née MRI Online) have a massive radiology learning platform, and I just recorded an episode for their Radiology Report podcast last week. Their Black Friday sale is a substantial discount (30% off through November 30), so if you’re in the market (or need CME), give it a look. The post Medality Sale first appeared on Ben White.

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FAPI-PET shows promise for detecting pancreatic cancer

AuntMinnie

FAPI-PET imaging may become a powerful diagnostic tool for detecting pancreatic cancer, according to a study published November 16 in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine. A group led by Lukas Kessler, MD, of University Hospital Essen in Germany, assessed the accuracy of gallium-68 (Ga-68) FAPI-PET in patients with pancreatic cancer enrolled in an ongoing study.

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New AI tool detects up to 13% more breast cancers than human clinicians can

Medical Xpress: Radiology

A new AI tool from Kheiron Medical Technologies and Imperial College London can detect up to 13% more breast cancers than humans in breast screenings.

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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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Study Shows Benefits of AI in Detecting Lung Cancer Risk in Non-Smokers

Diagnostic Imaging

Artificial intelligence (AI) assessments of chest X-rays identified 28 percent of a 17,000 plus cohort of never-smokers as being at high-risk for lung cancer, according to research to be presented at the annual Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference next week.

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Hip x-rays help screen for osteoporosis in THA patients

AuntMinnie

Plain hip x-rays may help screen patients for osteoporosis before they undergo total hip arthroplasty (THA), according to a study published November 14 in Scientific Reports. The finding is from a study conducted by a group at the University Hospital Jena in Eisenberg, Germany, that explored whether hip x-rays could be reliable indicators for bone mineral density (BMD) in male and female patients prior to THA procedures.

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AI able to identify autism in children with 98.5% accuracy

Health Imaging

The study's full results are set to be presented at the Radiological Society of North America annual meeting in Chicago later this month.

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Could an Emerging AI System Lead to Earlier Autism Detection with DT-MRI?

Diagnostic Imaging

Through assessment of diffusion tensor MRI of the brain, a new AI system reportedly offers a 97 percent sensitivity rate in diagnosing autism in children between two to four years of age, according to research to be presented at the annual Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference next week.

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AMA ‘disappointed’ after Congress leaves physician pay fix out of bill to avert shutdown

Radiology Business

The American College of Radiology and 120 other healthcare organizations recently sent a letter to leaders of the House and Senate, asking them to fix the “flawed” Medicare payment system.

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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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Midlife belly fat linked to increased Alzheimer's risk

AuntMinnie

People with higher amounts of visceral abdominal fat in midlife may be at increased risk of Alzheimer's disease, according to research to be presented at the upcoming RSNA meeting. This type of adipose tissue -- which surrounds internal organs deep in the belly -- is linked to changes in the brain up to 15 years before the earliest Alzheimer's symptoms appear, reported a team led by Mahsa Dolatshahi, MD, of Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology at Washington University School of Medicine in St.

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GE HealthCare to Showcase AI-enabled Solutions Accelerating Digital Transformation in Healthcare at RSNA 2023

Imaging Technology

christine.book Wed, 11/22/2023 - 12:26 November 22, 2023 — GE HealthCare is preparing to showcase its Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled solutions at the 109th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America, RSNA 2023 , being held Nov. 26-30 in Chicago, IL. In a statement issued by the company summarizing the range of products to be showcased during the meeting, the company noted findings from a report by RBC Capital Markets that approximately 30% of the wo

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FDA Clears Adjunctive Lung Ventilation Software for CT

Diagnostic Imaging

With algorithms utilized in aerospace technology, the CT LVAS software reportedly provides enhanced assessment of regional airflow and lung ventilation.

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American College of Radiology initiative seeks to improve transparency among AI vendors

Radiology Business

The ACR Data Science Institute’s “AI Central” allows physicians to select algorithms that have been vetted for performance.

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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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3D CT reconstruction shows ties to malignant pulmonary nodule growth

AuntMinnie

3D reconstruction of CT images could aid in follow-up strategies for pulmonary nodule screening, a study published November 15 in the Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery found. Researchers led by Wenfei Xue from Hebei Province General Hospital in Shijiazhuang, China, found through such reconstruction that the tumor blood vessel diameter of ground-glass opacity (GGO) lesions are tied to the growth of malignant pulmonary nodules.

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Siemens Healthineers Announces FDA Clearance of Biograph Vision.X PET/CT Scanner

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 11/22/2023 - 15:03 November 22, 2023 — Siemens Healthineers announces the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance of the Biograph Vision.X¹, a positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) scanner with a time of flight (TOF) of 178 picoseconds (ps)—the industry’s fastest TOF.² The next-generation system builds on the established performance of the Biograph Vision family of scanners.

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FDA Clears New PET/CT Scanner from Siemens Healthineers

Diagnostic Imaging

The Biograph Vision.X positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) reportedly offers an industry-leading time of flight (TOF) and detector technology that facilitates the diagnosis of smaller lesions.

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5 guiding principles for establishing a point-of-care ultrasound program

Radiology Business

Collaboration between various support personnel and buy-in from all stakeholders are crucial to program success, experts wrote in JACR.

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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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Exo CEO talks POCUS survey results with AuntMinnie.com

AuntMinnie

Exo recently led a survey that found the majority of U.S. physicians believe point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) will be mainstream within the next five years. The results also point to most physicians believing that handheld POCUS availability will increase the technology's adoption. Company founder and CEO Sandeep Akkaraju discussed the survey findings with AuntMinnie.com , including other thoughts the surveyed physicians had when it comes to the technology's use.

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Philips Brings Mobile CT Lung Screening to Underserved Communities Worldwide

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 11/22/2023 - 12:03 November 22, 2023 — Lung cancer is one of the world’s silent killers. By the time patients experience symptoms, the tumors in their lungs have often grown to the point where they are inoperable or have metastasized to other parts of the patient’s body. Lung cancer remains the biggest contributor to mortality among all cancer types globally [1], with tobacco smokers at particularly high risk.

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FDA Clears Deep Learning Image Reconstruction for Spotlight CT Scanners

Diagnostic Imaging

The artificial intelligence (AI)-powered technology reportedly offers decreased noise magnitude while enhancing image reconstruction for cardiovascular computed tomography (CT) scanners.

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Startup aiming to streamline medical imaging appointments raises $9M

Radiology Business

Medmo has now expanded nationwide, supporting clients including imaging centers, primary care groups, large hospital systems and virtual health providers.

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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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Morphological markers culled from MRI exams help diagnose autism

AuntMinnie

Morphological markers culled from diffusion tensor MRI (DT-MRI) brain scans using an AI algorithm can help diagnose autism in young children with an accuracy rate of 98.5%, according to research to be presented at the upcoming RSNA meeting. The findings could translate to earlier diagnosis of the condition in young children, according to study coauthor Gregory Barnes, MD, PhD, of the Norton Children's Autism Center in Louisville, Kentucky.

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$31M Awards to Support Medical AI Innovation at UTHealth Houston

Health IT Analytics

McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics faculty received 16 grants to fund projects focused on advancing artificial intelligence in healthcare and medicine.

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Carestream unveils compact X-ray for facilities on a budget

Health Imaging

The system is designed for small healthcare facilities, fitting into most rooms without requiring additional ceiling support.

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South Korea-based Imaging AI vendor Lunit raises $150M in new capital

Radiology Business

Traded on the Kosdaq stock exchange, the company held a public offering earlier this month, which garnered an “enthusiastic response” from investors.

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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?