Diagnostic Imaging
MAY 6, 2024
Researchers found a 98.3 percent concordance between attending radiology reports and AI assessments for possible cervical spine fractures on CT, according to new research presented at the 2024 ARRS Annual Meeting.
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.
AuntMinnie
MAY 6, 2024
SINGAPORE -- About 70% of the world’s population has zero access to MRI and it will take a “no surrender” approach to improve this disparity, according to Andew Webb, PhD, a professor of radiology at Leiden University in the Netherlands. Webb is a leading figure in efforts to improve access to MRI in low- and middle income countries (LMICs) and delivered the notable Lauterbur Lecture May 5 on the topic at the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine meeting.
Diagnostic Imaging
MAY 6, 2024
Reportedly validated in more than 10 clinical trials, the AngioFlow perfusion imaging software enables timely identification of brain regions with cerebral blood flow reduction and those with significant hypoperfusion.
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AuntMinnie
MAY 6, 2024
SINGAPORE - MR spectroscopic imaging (MRSI) shows the effects of antiretroviral therapy (ART) on the brains of HIV-positive individuals, according to research presented at the International Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM) meeting. A team led by Teddy Salan, PhD, of the University of Miami in Florida found that a "whole-brain MRSI approach … showed that metabolite changes in untreated people with HIV may not directly normalize after starting ART" -- which suggests a "need for co
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AuntMinnie
MAY 6, 2024
A scientific poster on cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk prediction using fat-enlarged axillary nodes visualized on screening mammograms won the Summa Cum Laude Award at the 124th American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) annual meeting. Produced by Jessica Hitchcock, MD, and researchers from Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in New Hampshire, the poster demonstrated how fat-enlarged nodes may be associated with high CVD risk, type 2 diabetes, and hypertension.
Imaging Technology
MAY 6, 2024
milla1cf Mon, 05/06/2024 - 10:42 May 6, 2024 — Elekta announced the acquisition of Philips Healthcare ’s Pinnacle Treatment Planning System (TPS) patent portfolio. This strategic move bolsters Elekta’s position in treatment planning and underscores its commitment to being the innovation leader in radiation therapy. Elekta and Philips have reached an agreement to transfer Philips’ patent portfolio in the radiation oncology treatment planning domain to Elekta, unlocking further innovations in radi
Radiology Business
MAY 6, 2024
The decision is "a direct consequence of Wall Street private equity vultures looting our healthcare system,” Sen. Elizabeth Warren said Monday.
Imaging Technology
MAY 6, 2024
Digital radiography (DR) continues to advance at a rapid pace with today’s technological innovations and evolving healthcare needs. Here is a Top 10 look at just some of the emerging trends in digital radiography.
Radiology Business
MAY 6, 2024
Penn Medicine experts conducted two randomized clinical trials, with women receiving text message reminders, bulk orders or letters endorsed by their PCP.
Imaging Technology
MAY 6, 2024
christine.book Mon, 05/06/2024 - 13:19 May 6, 2024 — ScreenPoint Medical ’s Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Peter Kroese as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the breast artificial intelligence (AI) company. The creator of Transpara reported the significant transition in its leadership as Mark Koeniguer, the current CEO, stepped down from his position, noting Koeniguer served as CEO since 2022 and was instrumental in ScreenPoint's commercial growth and success over the
AuntMinnie
MAY 6, 2024
SINGAPORE - MRI shows promise for helping to diagnose post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to a presentation delivered May 7 at the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM) meeting. Presenter Osamu Abe, MD, PhD, of the University of Tokyo in Japan offered attendees a primer on the MRI findings that "most robustly" identify the condition, listing hyperactivation of the amygdala and dorsal anterior cingulate cortex, hypoactivation of the ventromedial prefrontal
Imaging Technology
MAY 6, 2024
milla1cf Mon, 05/06/2024 - 10:35 May 6, 2024 — Hvidovre Hospital has the world's first prototype of a sensor capable of detecting errors in MRI scans using laser light and gas. The new sensor, developed by a young researcher at the University of Copenhagen and Hvidovre Hospital , can thereby do what is impossible for current electrical sensors – and hopefully pave the way for MRI scans that are better, cheaper and faster.
AuntMinnie
MAY 6, 2024
Shoulder MRI shows a high prevalence of accessory infraglenoid muscle (AIGM) in patients with teres minor fatty infiltration (TMFI), according to award-winning research presented May 6 at the American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) annual meeting. In her online poster presentation, Jennifer Padwal, MD, from Stanford University Medical Center in Stanford, CA, demonstrated how TMFI in patients was mostly grade 1 or 2 as found by MRI.
Imaging Technology
MAY 6, 2024
milla1cf Mon, 05/06/2024 - 10:33 May 6, 2024 — Enable Me , a VELA Medical company, cited major new research by Siemens Healthineers entitled, “The future of Mammography : 4 critical challenges,” which cites poor workplace ergonomics and physical stress and strains as among the chief reasons for high radiologist turnover and fewer graduates entering the profession.
AuntMinnie
MAY 6, 2024
Low-field MRI can now detect many pathologies in the lungs that previous generations of MRI scanners failed to do, but there is still significant room for improvement once radiologists become more proficient at interpreting pulmonary 0.55-tesla (0.55T) MRI scans, researchers from California have reported at the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM) 2024 meeting.
Radiology Business
MAY 6, 2024
Patients who are younger, unwed, live in disadvantaged neighborhoods, or lack adequate insurance are more likely to miss their exams.
Imaging Technology
MAY 6, 2024
christine.book Mon, 05/06/2024 - 12:13 May 6, 2024 — GE HealthCare has announced the unveiling of its SIGNA MAGNUS [i] , an FDA 510(k) pending head-only magnetic resonance (MR) scanner designed to explore advancements in neuroscience, which have been restricted by the performance limitations of conventional whole-body MR systems. The FDA 510(k) pending scanner is part of GE Healthcare’s presence at the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine ( ISMRM ) 2024 ISMRM Annual Meeting ,
Health Imaging
MAY 6, 2024
This development could help scientists fine-tune speech therapy to people who struggle with speaking.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
MAY 6, 2024
A new study by a global team of researchers, led by Sook-Lei Liew, Ph.D., of USC's Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute (Stevens INI), has revealed that areas of age-related damage in the brain relate to motor outcomes after a stroke—a phenomenon that may be under-recognized in stroke research.
Diagnostic Imaging
MAY 6, 2024
For neuroradiologists, the Signa Magnus 3T MRI system may offer enhanced visualization of the brain microstructure, microvasculature, and function.
AuntMinnie
MAY 6, 2024
SINGAPORE -- A quantitative MRI technique called 3D amide proton transfer imaging (3D-APT) can help in distinguishing between triple-negative and non-triple-negative breast cancer, according to research presented May 6 at the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM) 2024 meeting. Saiqun Lyu from the Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu University in China said that 3D-APT demonstrated higher transfer values in triple-negative breast cancer patients.
Diagnostic Imaging
MAY 6, 2024
While leadership offers a variety of benefits for ambitious ladder climbers in radiology, does it lose its luster as goals shift later in one’s career?
Health Imaging
MAY 6, 2024
Contextualized reports differ from structured reports in that they focus on specific clinical indications, rather than a basic standardized checklist of anatomical regions that does not always address a particular concern.
AuntMinnie
MAY 6, 2024
Artbio, a radiopharmaceutical company developing targeted alpha radioligand therapies, and Nucleus RadioPharma are entering a strategic manufacturing and supply agreement. Under the deal, Nucleus will use Artbio’s AlphaDirect 212Pb isolation technology to manufacture Artbio’s lead-212 (Pb-212) radiolabeled therapies, which will be used for phase I and II clinical trials of Artbio's AB001 lead prostate cancer treatment candidate.
MRI Network
MAY 6, 2024
The term “networking” has been applied to many segments of society. You can build friendships by networking, find your next house by networking, and even find your significant other by networking. Who you know remains one of the key indicators of success. Recruiters use networking in one of the most powerful ways: connecting prospects with the right employment opportunities.
Aidoc
MAY 6, 2024
A shortage of radiologists and increasing demand for medical imaging has led to a notable rise in teleradiology demand across Germany and Austria, with the number of hospitals leveraging these services doubling between 2018 and 2023 (1). With projections indicating continued growth in teleradiology demand, there’s growing interest in how artificial intelligence (AI) could enhance quality and efficiency, benefiting both patients and teleradiologists.
MedImaging Industry News
MAY 6, 2024
Hologic has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Endomagnetics, a privately held developer of breast cancer surgery technologies, for approximately USD 310 million.
JVIR
MAY 6, 2024
To examine the relationship between hyperdense artery sign/susceptibility vessel sign (HAS/SVS) and thrombus composition, and evaluate the effect of HAS/SVS status on the association between first-line thrombectomy techniques and outcomes in patients with acute anterior-circulation large vessel occlusion (LVO).
ScienceDirect
MAY 6, 2024
Publication date: Available online 6 May 2024 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): Duchang Zhai, Rong Liu, Yan Liu, Hongkun Yin, Wen Tang, Junlin Yang, Kefu Liu, Guohua Fan, Shenghong Ju, Wu Cai
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