Diagnostic Imaging
AUGUST 5, 2024
Reportedly the only imaging agent to garner a breakthrough therapy designation for cardiac amyloidosis, 124I-evuzamitide has demonstrated robust sensitivity for the condition as well as a favorable safety profile.
AuntMinnie
AUGUST 7, 2024
Radiologists seeking to provide equitable healthcare should establish "cultural dexterity" in their practices -- and there are three principles to follow, according to an article published August 6 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology. Cultural dexterity describes the ability to recognize, navigate, and value cross-cultural interactions through the application of key tenets of curiosity, respect, and empathy, noted a team led by Brittany Dacier, MD, of Harvard Medical School.
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Medical Xpress: Radiology
AUGUST 6, 2024
The Child Mind Institute has released a paper detailing their pioneering study in the journal Nature Human Behaviour titled, "Moving Beyond Processing and Analysis-Related Variation in Resting State Functional Brain Imaging.
Radiology Business
AUGUST 7, 2024
On a same-center basis, MRI volumes increased nearly 12% year over year, while CT grew by 10%, and PET/CT leapt 14%, the Los Angeles-based company said Wednesday.
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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.
Diagnostic Imaging
AUGUST 7, 2024
External validation testing revealed a deep learning combination of breast MRI, ultrasound and clinical factors had a 10 percent higher AUC for predicting axillary lymph node metastasis than sole use of MRI- or ultrasound-based deep learning models in patients with breast cancer.
Diagnostic Imaging Brief brings together the best content for architecture professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Health Imaging
AUGUST 5, 2024
Debra Monticciolo, MD, who has previously led both the Society of Breast Imaging and the American College of Radiology, discussed how different screening strategies may impact patient outcomes.
Radiology Business
AUGUST 6, 2024
Lung transplant recipients are at an increased risk of osteoporosis following surgery and already must undergo multiple such scans following the procedure.
ScienceDaily
AUGUST 6, 2024
An AI-based analysis of over 2 million hospital visits has found that most of the time, a pneumonia diagnosis made in the hospital will change from a patient's entrance to their discharge -- either because someone who was initially diagnosed with pneumonia ended up with a different final diagnosis, or because a final diagnosis of pneumonia was missed when a patient entered the hospital.
AuntMinnie
AUGUST 7, 2024
The use of 3D printing increases user confidence and saves time for procedures, suggest findings published August 6 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology. Researchers led by Kenneth Wang, MD, PhD, from the Baltimore VA Medical Center in Maryland reported trends for the first three years of the RSNA-American College of Radiology (ACR) 3D Printing Registry.
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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
AUGUST 5, 2024
A research team from IOCB Prague, working in collaboration with the University of Tübingen, Germany, and the Faculty of Science, Charles University, has developed a new type of contrast agent that can be used in both magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET).
Radiology Business
AUGUST 5, 2024
Telix Pharmaceuticals Ltd. announced the news on July 31, with the decision applying to its TLX250-CDx investigational agent for clear cell renal cell carcinoma (brand name Zircaix).
Health Imaging
AUGUST 6, 2024
While most safety considerations associated with contrast injections, like hypersensitivity reactions and extravasation, rarely become reality, pain at the injection site is much more common.
AuntMinnie
AUGUST 9, 2024
PET imaging can help identify whether cardiac sarcoidosis patients are at higher risk of major adverse cardiac events (MACE), according to a study published August 7 in JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging. In a meta-analysis of published cardiac PET studies, researchers found that abnormal FDG uptake and perfusion defect findings were particularly predictive.
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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.
Aidoc
AUGUST 7, 2024
Clinical AI is revolutionizing healthcare, offering new ways to enhance and standardize patient care. In aortic aneurysm (AA) management, AI has the potential to be a major game-changer, bringing consistency and precision to a field historically plagued by variability. As a vascular technologist, I’ve seen firsthand how AI can reshape AA care and standardize pathways in unprecedented ways.
Radiology Business
AUGUST 7, 2024
“Reducing the cost and increasing the accessibility of MRI for [clinically significant prostate cancer] is critical for the viability of MRI screening programs," experts wrote.
MRI Network
AUGUST 3, 2024
Hiring the right talent and creating a company culture that minimizes employee turnover is crucial to success. However, finding and keeping great employees engaged can be a big challenge. Creating a comprehensive human capital management (HCM) strategy is important. Here’s how HCM services can support your organization’s strategy and drive continued success.
AuntMinnie
AUGUST 5, 2024
Editor's note: As part of the celebration of AuntMinnie.com 's upcoming 25th anniversary, we're presenting 25 for 25 -- a series featuring our most popular content for each of the last 25 years. New articles will be published each Monday until our official anniversary at RSNA 2024. In 2007, our top article offered a deep dive into the association of nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) with gadolinium-based contrast agents.
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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.
ScienceDaily
AUGUST 9, 2024
Offering patients with concussion a type of brain scan known as diffusion tensor imaging MRI could help identify the one in three people who will experience persistent symptoms that can be life changing, say researchers.
Radiology Business
AUGUST 9, 2024
RSNA and ACR in 2020 established a registry aimed at collecting standardized data on 3D printing performed in healthcare facilities, sharing their insights in a new analysis.
Imaging Technology
AUGUST 9, 2024
tim.hodson Fri, 08/09/2024 - 14:13 While the use of augmented reality (AR) in healthcare is still in its early stages, the potential for expansion is enormous. AR technology allows healthcare professionals to see detailed and interactive visualizations of human anatomy that can be placed in the actual surgical field. The integration of AR in healthcare is set to revolutionize the industry, delivering unparalleled precision, efficiency, and safety in medical procedures, says GlobalData, a leading
AuntMinnie
AUGUST 9, 2024
In silico imaging trials represent a viable source of regulatory evidence for imaging device evaluation, according to an analysis conducted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and published August 9 in Plos Computational Biology. In the context of medical devices, an in silico clinical trial (ISCT) is a computational study in which a medical intervention is evaluated using a cohort of computational models of patients, wrote lead author Pras Pathmanathan, PhD, a senior FDA research sci
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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.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
AUGUST 8, 2024
Pathological abnormalities associated with motor neuron disease have been identified using a new technique developed at the University of Birmingham.
Radiology Business
AUGUST 8, 2024
The college's concerns came in response to a recent RFI from U.S. Reps. Diana DeGette, D-Colo., and Larry Bucshon, MD, R-Ind., on ways to modify healthcare policy.
Atlantis Worldwide
AUGUST 7, 2024
PET Scanning, like all other modalities of imaging equipment, has made strides in improving diagnostic accuracy. The biggest step in that direction for PET has been the development and proliferation of Time-of-Flight technology.
AuntMinnie
AUGUST 7, 2024
CT-guided cryoneurolysis – the freezing of nerves to alleviate pain – is safe and effective in older adults with rib fractures, according to a study published August 7 in JAMA Surgery. In a case series, interventional radiologists at Stanford University in Stanford, CA, performed the procedure in a group of participants over 65 years old within 72 hours of admission.
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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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