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AI assist for x-ray reads serves nonradiologists well in the ED

AuntMinnie

CHICAGO -- German researchers are testing ways to support nonradiologists in interpreting chest x-rays in emergency settings using an AI assistant. Cohort characteristics included pathology prevalence that was suspected pleural effusion, pneumonia, pneumothorax, and lesions. Nonradiology residents 0.78

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PHOTO GALLERY: Abdominal, pelvic and rectal foreign bodies

Health Imaging

This is a clinical photo gallery showcasing the uncommon findings of foreign bodies in pelvic and abdominal CT and X-ray, often from emergency room visits.

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Ultralow-Dose Chest CT Outperforms X-Ray in Emergency Department Patients

MedImaging General Imaging

A new study has found that ultralow-dose chest CT has twice the detection rate for main diagnoses compared to chest X-rays in patients who visit the emergency room for non-traumatic issues.

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Ultralow-Dose Chest CT Outperforms X-Ray in Emergency Department Patients

MedImaging Radiography

A new study has found that ultralow-dose chest CT has twice the detection rate for main diagnoses compared to chest X-rays in patients who visit the emergency room for non-traumatic issues.

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Qure.ai's AI-Driven Chest X-ray Solution Receives FDA Clearance for Enhanced Lung Nodule Detection

Imaging Technology

Qure’s chest X-ray based qXR-LN uses artificial intelligence to identify and localize lung nodules, marking another significant milestone for the organization, strengthening its standing as a pioneer in the realm of AI-powered advancements for plain film radiography and medical imaging.

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Wireless Handheld X-ray Equipment from MinXray Used for Global Health Initiative in Papua New Guinea

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Mon, 04/01/2024 - 11:44 April 1, 2024 — MinXray , a leading manufacturer of imaging systems for medical and veterinary use, recently sent its Impact Wireless X-ray system with a group of researchers and medical personnel to the YUS Conservation Area in Papua New Guinea.

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ECR: Green protocols can reduce radiology department energy consumption

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Substituting less energy-consuming ultrasound for x-ray or CT reduced energy use by as much as 8% during diagnostic radiology processes and 31.2% The group developed a "green imaging review" for patients accessing the emergency room. The green pilot program included training staff and developing an "energy scorecard."

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