Health Imaging

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

While its sentences varied in length, GPT-4 produced shorter radiology reports without missing the facts.

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Ben White

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Time horizons, incentives, and moral hazard: a very enjoyable easy-listening zoomed-out discussion of the Private Equity industry on the Freakonomics podcast. If you find the discussion of healthcare and PE on this site and others to be too tedious and haven’t learned more about this very large and very important industry, this is a great well-produced episode.

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Diagnostic Imaging

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Performing computed tomography pulmonary angiography (CTPA) with a high-pitch photon counting detector (PCD) offers enhanced signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and contrast-to-noise ratio (CNR) at a reduced radiation dose in comparison to employing an energy-integrating detector (EID), according to new research.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

When it comes to working up palpable breast abnormalities with contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM), recombined images better depict the lesion than low-energy ones, research published November 8 in Academic Radiology has found. The findings shed light on a condition that, although is most commonly benign, can also can be a common presenting symptom of breast cancer, wrote a team led by Tali Amir, MD, of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City.

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Radiology

Radiology Business

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

A radiologist unaffiliated with the campaign gave an impassioned speech on the topic, appealing to have the resolution presented for debate at the interim House of Delegates.

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Diagnostic Imaging

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Combining enhanced imaging capabilities, workflow efficiencies and artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled technology to improve the diagnosis and management of health conditions in women, Samsung has launched the V6 ultrasound system.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

AI based lesion-detection software used in daily practice can help identify clinically significant incidental lung nodules on chest x-rays, according to a study published November 13 in Scientific Reports. A group at Yonsei University College of Medicine in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, evaluated how often clinically significant lung nodules were detected unexpectedly on chest x-rays by AI (Insight CXR, v3, Lunit ) and whether coexisting findings can aid in differential diagnoses.

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Radiology Business

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

BlackSuit has “significant similarities” to the Royal ransomware family, a direct successor of the “notorious” Russian-linked Conti operation, the agency reported.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

milla1cf Fri, 11/17/2023 - 19:18 November 17, 2023 — DeepSight Technology , a pioneering force in medical innovation, is thrilled to announce its groundbreaking NeedleVue solution. This state-of-the-art ultrasound -guided needle technology ushers in a new era of precision and safety in the field of directed interventional tool guidance, a domain grappling with complexities for several decades.

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Diagnostic Imaging

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Lunit Insight DBT may facilitate improved detection and efficiency for radiologists interpreting digital breast tomosynthesis images.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The RSNA meeting always showcases the particular benefits MRI brings to the healthcare enterprise, and this year will be no exception. One of the modality's exciting growing edges is cardiac imaging, and attendees can expect to hear a broad range of research on the topic, from how real-time MRI can be combined with deep learning to assess cardiac volumetry and how it can help clinicians "map" the effects of stroke, to using 7-tesla MRI to evaluate ventricular structure and function in patients w

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Radiology Business

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

ACR, the American Society of Neuroradiology and the Society of Interventional Radiology voiced their concerns in a recent letter to leaders in the U.S. House and Senate.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

milla1cf Wed, 11/15/2023 - 12:21 November 15, 2023 — U.S. Electronics, Inc. (USEI), a reputable medical device manufacturing company with over 25 years of experience announced it has been acquired by Intellectt, Inc., a leading player in the field of workforce solutions and professional staffing. This move marks a significant step forward for Intellectt, Inc. as it expands its capabilities in the healthcare industry with its 7th acquisition in the Life Science/Healthcare sectors within the prio

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Cassling's MRI

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

With so many technological advancements happening across all of healthcare, it’s easy to lose sight of the incredible evolution happening to one of the cornerstones of the hospital imaging experience: MRI. 2024 will continue to see a number of improvements to the MRI patient experience, the workflows of imaging teams and the systems that are crucial to ensuring the image is of the highest quality necessary to aid in a successful diagnosis.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) has released a proposed update to clinical practice guidelines for partial breast radiation as an alternative to whole breast radiation for early-stage invasive breast cancer and ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS). ASTRO’s recommendations are based on evidence from major clinical trials, said Janice Lyons, MD, chair of the guideline task force at the University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center in Cleveland, OH, in a statement released by the societ

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Radiology Business

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The country's largest imaging group estimated that 2,600 of its 3,600 radiologists (or 72%) are now using at least one AI tool in their daily workflow.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Ahead of the 109th Scientific Sessions and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America, planners of “RSNA 2023: Leading Through Change” have announced new special programming during the 5-day conference set for Nov. 26-30 in Chicago, IL. The engaging opportunities provide attendees with opportunities to connect and appreciate the many ways radiologists contribute their skills, compassion, curiosity and creativity.

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MedImaging Nuclear Medicine

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Researchers have developed a new PET radiotracer that enables the creation of a detailed inflammation map of the entire gastrointestinal tract, which is instrumental in accurately detecting and staging inflammatory bowel disease.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

This is just the third year that RSNA has offered a dedicated track on nuclear medicine and molecular imaging, with eight scientific sessions covering research in prostate cancer imaging, breast cancer, cardiovascular and pulmonary imaging, and more. There will be also 30 educational courses and 14 poster sessions. Notably, this is the first year a scientific session is being offered that covers advances in AI in nuclear medicine.

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Radiology Business

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Researchers administered a 40-question anxiety inventory to measure individuals’ levels of unease during thyroid biopsies, experts detailed in Academic Radiology.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

milla1cf Wed, 11/15/2023 - 12:59 November 15, 2023 — At this year’s Radiological Society of North America’s annual meeting ( RSNA ), international medical imaging IT and cybersecurity company Sectra will showcase its latest developments to make workflows even more efficient, regardless of reading location. Increased productivity and workplace flexibility help radiologists keep work and life in balance.

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REBEL EM

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Take Home Points: Dose your RSI meds correctly. Reach for post-intubation sedation at the same time you are asking for your induction agent and paralytic. Propofol is a great choice for post-intubation sedation, and if your patient becomes hypotensive do not be afraid of adding on a pressor! REBEL Core Cast 112.0 – Awareness During Paralysis [“[link] Click here for Direct Download of the Podcast Awareness during paralysis is real.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

A generative adversarial network (GAN)-based noncontrast CT angiography (CTA) system has promise in vascular diagnosis, suggest research findings published November 14 in Radiology. A team led by Jinhao Lyu, MD, from the Chinese PLA General Hospital in Beijing found that the synthetic images produced by their system were comparable to real CTA images, which could help assess the aorta and carotid arteries while avoiding risks related to contrast media use.

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Radiology Business

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Those involved believe the approach is “reproducible and systematic” and can potentially be applied nationally for any biopsies involving radiologists.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

milla1cf Tue, 11/14/2023 - 18:55 November 14, 2023 — Boston Imaging , the United States headquarters of Samsung’s digital radiography and ultrasound business, today announced the launch of the V6, its latest ultrasound system that delivers comprehensive imaging capabilities in 2D, 3D and color image quality, tailored for Women's Health and Urology. The V6 recently received 510(k) clearance from the U.S.

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MedImaging Ultrasound

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

A survey involving over 150 physicians from the United States has shed light on the current trends and challenges in the adoption and use of point-of-care ultrasound.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Ultrasound's utility will be on full display at this year's RSNA annual meeting, showing its merit in a wide variety of clinical applications. Research to be presented at the annual meeting in Chicago will explore the modality's clinical applications in musculoskeletal, pediatric, abdominal, and women's imaging among other areas. This includes advancements in ultrasound in recent years, such as the use of contrast for improved imaging, elastography and color Doppler for assessing complex pathol

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Radiology Business

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The profession of radiology has largely supported the basic notion behind enterprise imaging, aka EI : All medical images should be readily available to healthcare providers and patients across the care continuum.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

milla1cf Mon, 11/13/2023 - 11:49 November 13, 2023 — LAITEK , a long-time and leading provider of medical imaging migration services announces a new Advanced Hybrid Migration service that lowers the cost of migrating and storing medical imaging data while enabling health systems to improve control over and access to this critical diagnostic data. The LAITEK Hybrid Migration Service is a variation of the LAITEK Advanced Migration Service offering.

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Medical Xpress: Radiology

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

MIT researchers have designed a wearable ultrasound monitor, in the form of a patch, that can image organs within the body without the need for an ultrasound operator or application of gel.

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