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Interstitial lung abnormalities linked to respiratory disease risk

AuntMinnie

CT imaging shows that severe acute respiratory disease events can be caused by quantitative interstitial abnormalities (QIA) -- that is, small irregularities that don't necessarily meet diagnostic criteria for advanced pulmonary diseases but show up on CT exams over time, a study published April 30 in Radiology has reported.

Disease 110
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Lung Abnormality Progression Linked to Acute Respiratory Disease in Smokers

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 05/24/2024 - 07:00 May 24, 2024 — Smokers who have small abnormalities on their CT scans that grow over time have a greater likelihood of experiencing acute respiratory disease events, according to a new study published today in Radiology , a journal of the Radiological Society of North America ( RSNA ).

Disease 65
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AuntMinnie 2001: Frontline radiologists recall September 11

AuntMinnie

Perhaps the most tragic aspect of their stories is that the PACS networks, disaster protocols, and emergency rooms were not severely strained, since most of the victims did not survive. In the following accounts, radiology professionals who were on the front lines discuss the events of September 11, 2001.

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Using AI to Reduce Diagnostic Errors in Stroke Patients

Aidoc

Diagnostic errors, including missed or delayed diagnosis of vascular events, account for the single largest source of medical harm and death to patients each year. For example, younger patients presenting with ‘dizziness’ may often be attributed to vertigo as opposed to an acute stroke.

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Overnight Insights: The Advantage of Night Hawk Radiology in Critical Cases (Tamil Nadu, Sivaganga, Thanjavur, Theni, Thoothukudi)

Future Teleradiology

Diverse and Complex Critical Cases: Explore the wide array of critical cases that Night Hawk Radiologists handle, from emergency room scenarios to trauma, cardiac events, and various medical conditions. Section 3: Handling the Spectrum of Critical Cases 3.1

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CHRISTUS Health Hits Texas Roads

Imaging Technology

Luckily, when they happen in East Texas, fast access to medical care is possible at many sporting events thanks to CHRISTUS Health ’s Mobile Athletic Training Room (MATR) — parked just steps away from the playing field. He was immediately immobilized and sent to the local emergency room for further care.”

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Pulses of Precision: Understanding the ECG Language of the Heart (Meghalaya, East Garo Hills, East Khasi Hills, Jaintia Hills)

Future Teleradiology

The ECG grid as a musical staff, where the heart’s electrical events are transcribed with precision. Real-world applications of ECG in healthcare settings, from emergency rooms to routine check-ups. Understanding the standard ECG waves: P, QRS, and T, and their representation in the ECG.