Medical Xpress: Radiology

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Focused ultrasound technology is a non-invasive treatment method that focuses ultrasound energy on a few millimeters of the brain, including deep regions, to treat neurological disorders without opening the skull. It has been applied to the treatment of various intractable brain diseases such as depression and Alzheimer's disease because it minimizes the impact on the surrounding healthy tissue and reduces side effects such as complications and infections.

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Ben White

DECEMBER 29, 2023

My crystal ball is as cloudy as ever. Earlier this month I wrote about Radiology Partners loaning a group money to help shore up radiologist compensation. That happened, but I was also wrong in my estimation of the likelihood of repayment: it turns out RP may be getting some of that money back after all. The ultimate outcome is still up in the air, but I’ve addended my previous post with an update.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 26, 2023

A steady increase in the volume of coronary CT angiography (CCTA) exams is occurring, especially at mid- to high-level community hospitals across the country. In fact, a review 3DR Labs conducted in August showed a 44% increase in CCTA cases over 12 months. The growth began shortly after the American College of Cardiology (ACC)/American Heart Association's (AHA) committee on clinical practice guidelines issued its Guideline for the Evaluation and Diagnosis of Chest Pain in October 2021.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 29, 2023

milla1cf Fri, 12/29/2023 - 09:51 December 29, 2023 — AiOne Healthcare Technologies Ltd , a UK-based healthcare technology provider announced a strategic partnership with DeepTek.ai , a leading US-based AI technology company. The partnership aims to bring DeepTek’s innovative AI-powered medical imaging analysis solutions to the UK market, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and streamlining workflow for healthcare providers.

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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.

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REBEL EM

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Take Home Points: Know clinical (cold extremities, oliguria, confusion, dizziness, narrow pulse pressure) and laboratory markers (metabolic acidosis, elevated creatinine, lactic acidosis) of hypoperfusion. An elevated lactate is a danger sign and requires explanation. Norepinephrine is a great first line vasopressor in Cardiogenic shock. Dobutamine is useful for inotropic support in Cardiogenic shock.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Davin Korstjens. In 2023, the top two overall priorities for MR departments are to increase patient satisfaction with their MR imaging experience and improve MRI department workflow and productivity, according to IMV's recently published 2023 MR Market Outlook Report. While a top priority across all hospital types, improving MRI department workflow and productivity is the number one priority for hospitals with 200 beds or more.

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Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Touching on a variety of topics in radiology, here are the top five most well-viewed content from Diagnostic Imaging in 2023.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 27, 2023

milla1cf Wed, 12/27/2023 - 20:01 December 27, 2023 — Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC – James) celebrated the opening of a $100 million, 55,000 square foot proton therapy center, the first treatment facility in central Ohio offering this highly targeted form of radiation therapy for treatment of complex tumors that cannot be removed through surgery.

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Ben White

DECEMBER 26, 2023

From “ Serious Medical Errors Rose After Private Equity Firms Bought Hospitals ,” reported by the NYT: The study , published in JAMA on Tuesday, found that, in the three years after a private equity fund bought a hospital, adverse events including surgical infections and bed sores rose by 25 percent among Medicare patients when compared with similar hospitals that were not bought by such investors.

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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.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 27, 2023

A group in Japan has developed and tested an elastic x-ray shield made by embedding bismite particles in porous polyurethane, and suggests the new shielding material could provide more comfortable radiation protection. “It is expected that this x-ray shielding material will lead to the development of various radiation protectors used for clinical applications,” wrote corresponding author Hiroaki Hayashi, PhD, of Kanazawa University in Kanazawa, in a study published December 16 in Medical Physics

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MedImaging MRI

DECEMBER 29, 2023

A next-generation imaging solution with isotropic 3D resolution is poised to revolutionize the field of medical imaging by enabling precise volumetric estimations of brain regions.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 26, 2023

milla1cf Tue, 12/26/2023 - 22:00 December 26, 2023 — ScImage, Inc. , a leading provider of cloud-based enterprise imaging , PACS , and workflow solutions for the healthcare sector, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with RML Specialty Hospital with campuses in Hinsdale and Chicago, IL, a distinctive specialized environment renowned for exceptional patient care.

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vRad

DECEMBER 29, 2023

For radiologists, finding time for personal interests can be challenging. However, Dr. Maryellyn Gilfeather has leveraged vRad’s flexible and predictable work schedules to blend a successful career with a remarkable passion for running. With an extraordinary record of over 300 marathons, including more than 50 since joining vRad in 2019, Dr. Gilfeather embodies the work-life balance that vRad strives to offer.

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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.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Representation of Hispanic and American Indian or Alaska Native individuals in the National Cancer Database (NCDB) has increased over time, according to research published December 27 in JAMA Network Open. A team led by Yasoda Satpathy from University of California, San Diego found in a study of more than 5 million individuals who were diagnosed with breast, colorectal, lung, and prostate cancer that while these groups were undercaptured in the database, their representation improved over time.

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MedImaging MRI

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Researchers are exploring innovative methods to more accurately detect prostate cancer and assess its aggression through medical imaging, histology, genetic.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 27, 2023

milla1cf Wed, 12/27/2023 - 20:19 December 27, 2023 — The American Roentgen Ray Society ( ARRS ) announced David M. Naeger, MD , as the 2024 ARRS Distinguished Educator. The ARRS Distinguished Educator award recognizes outstanding individuals in the field of medical imaging who have a proven record of improving radiological education and remain committed to creating and implementing new and innovative educational activities.

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Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 23, 2023

New research shows that higher total lesion volume in the brain for former football players is directly associated with higher vascular risks and changes in white matter hyperintensity-associated biomarkers of Alzheimer’s disease.

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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.

AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Missed follow-up imaging orders persist as a challenge for radiology departments across the U.S., despite digital innovations in patient scheduling and ordering. Steve Linowes, U.S. general manager at Agamon Health, highlighted this challenge with AuntMinnie.com , as well as how department leaders can tackle it head-on.

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MRI Network

DECEMBER 29, 2023

In celebration of National Bacon Day on the 30 th of December, we’re dishing up the tastiest industries in 2024. Get your teeth into juicy statistics on in-demand skills, hot roles, and tips on how to “grease” the wheels and get into your dream job. Talent shortages in many critical industries mean that there’s plenty of opportunity for job seekers with the right “hambition.

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Aidoc

DECEMBER 29, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare technology, we’ve been actively exploring new frontiers in medical imaging and artificial intelligence (AI). As we bid farewell to 2023, let’s reflect on our noteworthy social media moments, each highlighting a noteworthy moment in our journey to reshape healthcare. 1. European Healthcare Pioneers Visit Aidoc A visit from Europe’s healthcare pioneers marked a significant step forward in encouraging the adoption of AI in clinical care

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Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Catch up on the most well-read computed tomography (CT) articles from 2023.

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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.

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Open Medscience

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Lead radiopharmaceuticals herald a transformative era in cancer treatment with promising, targeted therapeutic approaches. The post Transforming Cancer Treatment: The Promising Future of Lead Radiopharmaceuticals appeared first on Open Medscience.

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MRI Network

DECEMBER 27, 2023

When it comes to complex decisions such as hiring, relying too much on gut instinct may allow unconscious bias to come into play. You are likely to make choices driven by your own preconceptions and very often this will prove to be the wrong choice. First impressions are often based on irrelevant characteristics such as how people look or speak. Judging whether someone is suitable for a job needs to be a much more objective choice – one that examines their ability to perform the role based on fa

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Aidoc

DECEMBER 28, 2023

A Quick RSNA 2023 Rundown At Aidoc, RSNA is always a very busy time of year. For 2023, we prepared with a larger booth space with greater meeting capacity and, somehow, fielded several hundred more booth participants than in 2022. Having the opportunity to speak to this large swath of industry leaders helps inform how we continue to hone our view both in the near and long-term for the future of artificial intelligence in healthcare.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 26, 2023

milla1cf Tue, 12/26/2023 - 21:54 December 26, 2023 — Results published in the American Journal of Roentgenology ( AJR ) support mammographic surveillance protocol for patients with a previous breast cancer diagnosis of returning immediately to digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) screening. “Although the abnormal interpretation rate (AIR) was higher during the year after diagnosis compared to subsequent years, the AIR remained acceptably low ( Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston.

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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?