AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 1, 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. Topping the list in 2020 was a story on how patients with COVID-19 may initially present with non-respiratory symptoms.

Emergency Room 105

Emergency Room Disease Radiologist Diagnostic 105

Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Higher visceral adipose tissue reportedly accounted for 77 percent of the association between Alzheimer’s disease and high body mass index (BMI), according to new research presented at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference.

Disease 132

Disease MRI Radiology 132

Diagnostic Imaging

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Use of the medication levothyroxine, commonly prescribed for hypothyroidism, was associated with greater long-term loss of total body bone mass in seniors, according to new DEXA research to be presented at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference.

Medical 133

Medical Radiology 133

Diagnostic Imaging

JUNE 11, 2024

Improved assessment of axillary lymph node status with FAPI PET/CT led to restaging of nearly 71 percent of patients with breast cancer, according to new research presented at the SNMMI 2024 conference.

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Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Utilizing a deep learning-based AI algorithm to differentiate between diagnostic and non-diagnostic quality of prostate MRI facilitated a 10 percent higher specificity rate for diagnosing extraprostatic extension on multiparametric MRI, according to research presented at the recent RSNA conference.

MRI 142

MRI Diagnose Diagnostic 142

Diagnostic Imaging

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) assessments of chest X-rays identified 28 percent of a 17,000 plus cohort of never-smokers as being at high-risk for lung cancer, according to research to be presented at the annual Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference next week.

X-ray 142

X-ray Radiology 142

REBEL EM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Bottom Line Up Top: Troponins should not be routinely sent in patients presenting with SVT. Clinical Scenario: A 44-year-old man presents with palpitations that started 45 minutes ago. This would seem to argue that troponin testing should be standard practice in those presenting with SVT regardless of symptoms. Cardiol Rev.

Clinic 143

Clinic Nursing Hospital Medical 143

Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 14, 2023

discussed emerging research, presented at the recent RSNA conference, that shows the capability of diffusion microstructural imaging to differentiate subtle shifts in microstructural gray matter associated with common symptomatology of long Covid. In a recent interview, Alexander Rau, M.D.,

Imaging 140

Imaging MRI 140

Health Imaging

MAY 6, 2024

This week at the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine’s annual meeting, a team of experts presented new data on the technologist’s role in MRI safety events.

MRI 124

MRI 124

Diagnostic Imaging

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Consistent adherence to the five most recent mammography screenings prior to a breast cancer diagnosis reduced breast cancer death risk by 72 percent in comparison to women who did not have the mammography screening, according to new research findings presented at the annual Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference.

Radiology 142

Radiology 142

Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 7, 2023

percent of patients, over half of whom had malignant lesions, according to a study of over 500 women presented at the recent Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference. Contrast-enhanced mammography detected additional lesions in 43 percent of patients and led to additional biopsies in 18.2

Radiology 140

Radiology 140

Diagnostic Imaging

JANUARY 26, 2024

Patients with localized high-risk prostate cancer and midline radiotracer activity in the prostate had over double the incidence of urethral hyperintensity on T2W MRI, according to research presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Genitourinary Cancers Symposium (ASCO-GU).

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MRI Clinic 139

Diagnostic Imaging

MARCH 29, 2024

to 9 cm, image-guided cryoablation was associated with a 10 percent recurrence rate at 16 months, according to research recently presented at the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) conference. In a cohort of patients with invasive breast cancer and tumor sizes ranging between 0.3

Interventional Radiology 127

Interventional Radiology Radiology Imaging 127

Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 6, 2023

discussed MRI and PET study findings, presented at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference, that showed an association between higher amyloid PET tracer uptake in the precuneus cortex and a higher visceral to subcutaneous fat ratio. In a recent interview, Masha Dolatshahi, M.D., and Cyrus A.

MRI 141

MRI Disease Radiology 141

Diagnostic Imaging

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Through assessment of diffusion tensor MRI of the brain, a new AI system reportedly offers a 97 percent sensitivity rate in diagnosing autism in children between two to four years of age, according to research to be presented at the annual Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference next week.

MRI 140

MRI Diagnose Radiology 140

Diagnostic Imaging

JUNE 5, 2024

Offering comparable sensitivity to radiologists for detecting contralateral breast cancer on mammography images, an emerging adjunctive AI software may also facilitate earlier diagnosis, according to study findings presented at the at the 2024 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting.

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Radiologist Clinic Imaging 123

AuntMinnie

MARCH 15, 2024

“Additionally, we found that when neither breast arterial calcifications nor coronary arterial calcifications were present, the estimated 10-year risk of developing atherosclerotic CVD was lowest, whereas the highest risk was observed when both [calcifications] were present,” Azam and colleagues wrote.

Mammogram 132

Mammogram Disease Clinic Radiation 132

Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The use of 68Ga-RM2 PET/MRI demonstrated a 35 percent higher sensitivity rate than MRI alone for the diagnosis of biochemical recurrence of prostate cancer, according to research recently presented at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference.

MRI 133

MRI Radiology 133

Radiology Business

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Higher levels of visceral fat were linked to increased amyloid, according to new research being presented this week at RSNA 2024 in Chicago.

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Radiologist 116

Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Follow-up MRI imaging one year after transurethral ultrasound ablation revealed approximately 50 percent decreases in prostate volume and median PSA density, according to recently presented research findings at the 2023 Society of Urologic Oncology (SUO) Annual Meeting.

Ultrasound 132

Ultrasound MRI Imaging 132

Diagnostic Imaging

MARCH 6, 2024

While adjunctive use of AI led to significantly higher specificity and accuracy rates in detecting cancer on breast ultrasound exams in comparison to unassisted reading by breast radiologists, researchers noted that 12 of 13 BI-RADS 3 lesions upgraded by AI were ultimately benign, according to research presented at the European Congress of Radiology. (..)

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Ultrasound Radiologist Radiology 125

Diagnostic Imaging

JANUARY 29, 2024

A multivariable model that includes mpMRI and blood testing assessment of prostate extracellular vesicles had a significantly higher AUC and sensitivity rate than mpMRI alone for predicting clinically significant prostate cancer, according to research presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology Genitourinary Cancers Symposium (ASCO-GU). (..)

Clinic 133

Clinic 133

AuntMinnie

MAY 29, 2024

Achieving health equity with AI in imaging requires overcoming barriers to how the technology analyzes people, according to a presentation given at the American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) annual meeting. We do see a need to positively impact healthcare equity in radiology,” Yahyavi said.

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Radiologist Insurance Image Interpretation Patient Care 124

ScienceDaily

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The European research project 'Federated Secure Computing' presents a new approach that allows patient data from different institutions to be analysed securely and anonymously.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Elastography could help with treatment strategies for colorectal cancer patients, a study presented November 26 at the RSNA annual meeting found. Jae Seok Bae, MD, from Seoul National University Hospital presented research at RSNA showing the efficacy of shear-wave elastography in predicting chemotherapy response in colorectal patients.

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Hospital Disease IT Ultrasound 126

AuntMinnie

MARCH 5, 2024

While radiographers are concerned about job security, they are also optimistic about AI’s role in their future workflows, according to a presentation given March 1 at ECR 2024. This presentation won the European Society of Radiology’s Radiographer Research Presentation Abstract Award.

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Radiographer Radiograph Radiographer Radiology Technologist 127

UCSF Biomedical Imaging

APRIL 18, 2024

Doris Wang, MD, PhD, presents the keynote address at the 2024 annual Research Conference. In her talk, Wang will discuss how she uses focused ultrasound to treat tremor disorders, as well as her translational research in developing closed-loop deep brain stimulation (DBS) to treat gait disorders in Parkinson’s disease.

Ultrasound 119

Ultrasound Disease 119

Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 5, 2024

In a multicenter study involving over 747,000 women who had mammography screening, those who paid for AI-enhanced screening had a 21 percent higher recall rate and a 15 percent higher positive predictive value (PPV) for breast cancer, according to research presented at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference.

Radiology 118

Radiology 118

Diagnostic Imaging

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

months in contrast to 35 months for enzalutamide alone, according to research presented at the 2024 European Society for Medical Oncology Congress (ESMO) in Spain.

Radiology 118

Radiology Medical 118

AuntMinnie

MAY 14, 2024

Neetika Gupta, MD, a pediatric radiologist at the University of Toronto, presented a pictorial guide of injuries seen on imaging. To illustrate the spectrum of injuries, Gupta presented a series of images with positive findings. Ultimately, there is “no safe jumping on the trampoline,” Gupta said. “As

X-ray 124

X-ray Radiologist Ultrasound MRI 124

AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

We’re once again providing a modality-by-modality overview of select scientific presentations to serve as your guide to events at McCormick Place. Many other scientific presentations, scientific posters, educational courses and exhibits, and plenary sessions on AI topics also await attendees. Sunday, December 1 | 9:50 a.m.-10:00

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X-ray Computed Tomography Disease Radiologist 105

AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Advanced imaging techniques such as molecular imaging and multi-system imaging will be discussed, with researchers presenting studies suggesting their respective utility in women’s health. Poster presentations will also enable attendees to explore the large, diverse research to be showcased in Chicago. 9:40 a.m. | 11:10 a.m. |

Imaging 111

Imaging Imaging Modalities Ultrasound MRI 111

AuntMinnie

MAY 4, 2024

This study presents an effective, non-invasive, and contrast-free method for predicting LGE in acute [myocardial infarction], potentially reducing the use of gadolinium-based contrast agents and shortening cardiac MR examinations,” Qian noted.

MRI 119

MRI Imaging Disease Diagnose 119

Health Imaging

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The heightened sensitivity of MRI is beneficial in that it allows for earlier detection of cancers, but it also presents challenges for providers tasked with managing patients’ care plans.

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MRI Patient Care IT 110

AuntMinnie

JANUARY 2, 2024

To that end, the researchers tested GPT-4’s ability to model the demographic diversity of medical diagnoses by constructing 10 unique prompts, each of which asked GPT-4 to generate an example patient presentation with a specific medical condition. They then compared the demographic distribution of cases generated by GPT-4 to true U.S.

Clinic 124

Clinic Education Disease Medical 124

AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Also, women with high levels of unmet social needs were more likely to present with late-stage breast disease. One reason for this is that women living in disadvantaged neighborhoods continue to present with later-stage breast cancer. Social detriments of health have been explored for their role in contributing to health disparities.

Disease 122

Disease Hospital Mammogram Medical 122

Diagnostic Imaging

JUNE 8, 2024

The use of 90Y-FAPI-46 radioligand therapy resulted in controlled disease progression in nearly half of a 30-person cohort largely comprised of patients with advanced sarcomas, according to new research presented at the 2024 Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) Annual Meeting.

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Nuclear Medicine Disease Imaging 113