Remove Mammogram Remove Patient Care Remove Radiologist
article thumbnail

Understanding Breast Density and the Impact of the New FDA Requirement: How Aidoc and ScreenPoint Support MQSA Compliance

Aidoc

Why Breast Density Matters in Cancer Screening Dense breast tissue affects screening in two key ways: Reduced Visibility : Dense tissue appears white on mammograms, as do tumors, making it harder to detect abnormalities. mammography facilities must provide patients with information about their breast density.

article thumbnail

5 factors to consider when validating radiology AI

AuntMinnie

Because thorough validation of AI models is crucial for effective patient care, and as the U.S. AI has shown promise for streamlining radiologists' workflows, from distinguishing normal from abnormal mammograms or chest x-rays to helping predict cardiac disease risk.

Radiology 206
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Breakthroughs in breast cancer screening technologies

AuntMinnie

New AI integrations are further elevating the impact of this technology, not only by acting as a valuable second set of eyes for radiologists but also by providing standardized breast density assessments. vi Investigations continue of this newer imaging modality, which has the potential to positively benefit patients with dense breasts.

article thumbnail

National Cancer Prevention Month: The Role of Imaging in Early Detection

Vesta Teleradiology

This technology mitigates the challenges posed by a shortage of on-site radiologists and enhances the quality of care in remote areas. A report from Healthcare IT News highlights how teleradiology enables radiologists to interpret scans remotely, increasing flexibility in work schedules and expanding access to specialized expertise.

article thumbnail

Safeguarding the future of radiology with imaging informatics

AuntMinnie

With AI-mediated cyberattacks on the rise, radiologists can find it challenging to balance prompt patient access to diagnostic imaging while safeguarding sensitive healthcare data. Dhaval Shah. With growing radiology practices and outpatient imaging facilities, we will see an increase in outsourced diagnostic imaging.

Radiology 278
article thumbnail

Why do I need my Prior Images for a Mammogram?

Clermont Radiology

Maybe you have recently moved, changed doctors, or have new insurance and now, are going to a different imaging center for your annual mammogram. Either way, the new imaging center will very often request that you provide the images from your previous mammograms. In this case, the radiologist may recommend a diagnostic mammogram.

article thumbnail

ScreenPoint Medical Announces Deployment of Transpara Breast AI at Johns Hopkins to Improve Cancer Detection

Imaging Technology

christine.book Wed, 03/13/2024 - 12:18 March 13, 2024 — ScreenPoint Medical has announced that its industry leading Transpara Breast AI is available to improve cancer detection for Johns Hopkins Medicine breast cancer screening patients. Transpara is designed to work concurrently with radiologists.

Medical 105