Radiology Business
AUGUST 8, 2023
The findings point to a "real need for better tools to identify which women may benefit from screening and which breast cancers are unlikely to be progressive.
Everything Rad
AUGUST 10, 2023
Reading Time: 6 minutes read Carestream customers realized average reject rate reduction of 16%. (1) Do you know that, on average,18% of imaging exams require retakes? (2). Repeating imaging exams increases the workload of your radiographers who are already stretched too thin; increases the exposure of the affected patients; and contributes to patients’ reduced confidence and satisfaction with your imaging department.
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Imaging Technology
AUGUST 9, 2023
milla1cf Wed, 08/09/2023 - 14:33 August 9, 2023 — Hyperfine, Incl , a groundbreaking medical device company that created the Swoop system, the world’s first FDA -cleared portable magnetic resonance brain imaging system, today announced completed enrollment for the multi-site observational study, HOPE PMR ( Portable MRI for Children with Neurological Injury—A Pilot Study using Hydrocephalus as an Index Condition).
CurveBeam AI
AUGUST 9, 2023
Lisfranc Injuries A Lisfranc injury is characterized by an injury to the ligament that connects the medial cuneiform with the 2nd metatarsal base (Lisfranc ligament). Often, there are associated midfoot fractures. Unstable Lisfranc injuries left untreated can result in chronic pain and progressive collapse of the midfoot. A weight bearing CT scan can: Better characterize bony injuries 1.
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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.
MedImaging General Imaging
AUGUST 10, 2023
Researchers have demonstrated that tau PET, an innovative imaging method for visualizing the tau protein, can predict cognitive decline in patients with superior accuracy compared to conventional imaging techniques.
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Imaging Technology
AUGUST 8, 2023
milla1cf Tue, 08/08/2023 - 20:34 August 8, 2023 — Fresenius Kabi announced it has launched Gadobutrol Injection, a generic substitute for the contrast agent Gadavist, which is used in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures. Fresenius Kabi Gadobutrol Injection, a high-relaxivity macrocyclic agent, is available immediately in the United States.
Cassling's MRI
AUGUST 11, 2023
With more than two decades of experience on the Cassling service team, Shawn stands ready to lead the organization in delivering unmatched OEM service and response times on Siemens Healthineers systems while expanding the company’s ability to provide vendor-agnostic service across the Midwest.
Everything Rad
AUGUST 8, 2023
Reading Time: 7 minutes read Os administradores de radiologia presentes no encontro da AHRA compartilham suas estratégias. Qual é o maior desafio enfrentado pelos administradores de radiologia atualmente? A resposta dos profissionais presentes no encontro da Associação de Gestão de Aquisição de Imagens Médicas (American Healthcare Radiology Administrators, AHRA) de 2023 foi unânime: como atrair e reter técnicos em radiologia.
REBEL EM
AUGUST 7, 2023
Background: Getting a definitive airway in a critically ill trauma patient can be a stressful situation. The potential for soiled airways, cervical spine injuries, maxillofacial injuries and head injuries combined with agitation/delirium, altered mental status and hypoxemia can make securing a definitive airway both an anatomic and physiologic challenge.
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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.
Imaging Technology
AUGUST 10, 2023
August 10, 2023 — Planners and radiation oncology leaders are finalizing programming ahead of the American Society for Radiation Oncology's (ASTRO) 65th Annual Meeting, ASTRO 2023, to take place at the San Diego Convention Center, October 1-4, 2023. Registration is open until the August 17 deadline.
Diagnostic Imaging
AUGUST 7, 2023
The controversial Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) process of the No Surprises Act was temporarily suspended by the CMS on August 4 due to a federal court ruling that vacated a substantial administrative fee increase and batching rule from the CMS that reportedly curtailed challenges of claim reimbursement by radiologists and other providers.
Kings Medical Group
AUGUST 7, 2023
Efficiency, Excellence, and Expertise – Your Mobile, Interim Mobile and Fixed Base Turnkey Medical Imaging Partner Amid the dynamic landscape of healthcare, medical facilities like hospitals and imaging centers regularly encounter a host of obstacles that impede their effectiveness and financial success. These challenges include patient backlog, fragmented care, and unmet returns on investments (ROI), […] The post Top 5 Ways KMG’s Turnkey Medical Imaging Solutions Can Help You
MedImaging MRI
AUGUST 8, 2023
A new advanced and affordable MRI scanner has the potential to revolutionize healthcare accessibility across the world and provide critical diagnostic capabilities to millions globally.
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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.
Imaging Technology
AUGUST 7, 2023
milla1cf Mon, 08/07/2023 - 20:01 August 7, 2023 — AI tools that quickly and accurately create detailed narrative reports of a patient’s CT scan or X-ray can greatly ease the workload of busy radiologists. Instead of merely identifying the presence or absence of abnormalities on an image, these AI reports convey complex diagnostic information, detailed descriptions, nuanced findings, and appropriate degrees of uncertainty.
Diagnostic Imaging
AUGUST 10, 2023
Emerging research suggests that a high volume of enhancing parenchyma on dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI more than doubles the breast cancer risk for women with extremely dense breasts.
MedImaging Ultrasound
AUGUST 7, 2023
A portable, computer-aided, 3D fracture detection and diagnosis system based on ultrasound imaging could enable rapid triage of fracture severity, thereby reducing unnecessary radiography.
Radiology Business
AUGUST 9, 2023
Vital's Doctor-to-Patient Translator uses the latest large language models and natural language processing to simplify imaging results and other clinical notes.
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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.
Imaging Technology
AUGUST 8, 2023
milla1cf Tue, 08/08/2023 - 20:15 August 8, 2023 — RSNA has launched the “ RSNA 2023 Abdominal Trauma Detection AI Challenge ” to explore whether AI can be used to aid in the detection and classification of traumatic abdominal injuries. The international imaging dataset is the first multiphasic dataset that RSNA has assembled for a challenge and is one of the largest and most varied of its kind, including detailed clinical labels, radiologist annotations and segmentations.
Diagnostic Imaging
AUGUST 9, 2023
The most common brain MRI findings associated with COVID-19 included acute/subacute infarction in 22 percent of patients and cerebral microbleeds in 17 percent of patients.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
AUGUST 9, 2023
Alzheimer's disease, one of the most common neurodegenerative diseases, leads to progressive loss of memory and autonomy. It is characterized by the accumulation of neurotoxic proteins in the brain, namely amyloid plaques and tau tangles. Due to the silent development of pathology over decades, very early diagnosis is of utmost importance to be able to take action as early as possible in the disease process.
Radiology Business
AUGUST 9, 2023
The three medical societies said they "stand ready" to work with the federal government and other stakeholders to ensure a fair IDR process under the No Surprises Act.
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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.
Imaging Technology
AUGUST 7, 2023
milla1cf Mon, 08/07/2023 - 14:43 August 7, 2023 — Susan G. Komen , a leading breast cancer organization, today announced the renaming of a metastatic breast cancer (MBC) grant to honor Rhonda Crocker Howell, a Raleigh resident, community leader and dedicated breast cancer advocate. The grant will be renamed The Susan G. Komen Metastatic Breast Cancer Collaborative Research Grant in honor of Rhonda Crocker Howell.
Health Imaging
AUGUST 9, 2023
“While drug pricing is not opaque and absolute costs of medications can vary widely, any waste comes at a cost," researchers wrote in a new analysis.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
AUGUST 8, 2023
By the time multiple sclerosis is normally diagnosed—when brain lesions appear on magnetic resonance imaging scans—the patient can have irreversible damage and treatment options can be limited. But in a Stanford Medicine-led study, researchers found a molecular signal that could help confirm diagnosis of multiple sclerosis early and dramatically improve treatment through sensitive, real-time monitoring of patients' therapeutic response.
Radiology Business
AUGUST 8, 2023
Impacted procedures will include breast MRI with contrast, bone marrow imaging, gastroesophageal reflux studies and cardiac shunt detection, UHC said.
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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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