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FEBRUARY 27, 2024

AI yields much promise in medical imaging, but radiology leaders should be cognizant of the technology’s environmental impact, according to a paper published February 27 in Radiology. A team led by Florence Doo, MD, from the University of Maryland in Baltimore outlined strategies on how radiologists can better practice sustainability when implementing AI into their clinical workflows.

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ScienceDaily

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

A new study shows oxygenation levels in the placenta, formed during the last three months of fetal development, are an important predictor of cortical growth (development of the outermost layer of the brain or cerebral cortex) and is likely a predictor of childhood cognition and behavior.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Sandy Coffta. Regulatory issues facing radiology groups in 2024 We pay a lot of attention to government regulation in healthcare, especially the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), which influences reimbursement not only from Medicare but also from other payers as many commercial contracts are tied to the MPFS. Although it is the object of most focus, the U.S.

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Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

milla1cf Tue, 02/27/2024 - 10:02 February 27, 2024 — As artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in radiology, researchers caution that it’s essential to consider the environmental impact of AI tools, according to a focus article published today in Radiology , a journal of the Radiological Society of North America ( RSNA ). Healthcare and medical imaging significantly contribute to the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions fueling global climate change, according to the report, “Environmental

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FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Breast cancer remains one of the most prevalent health concerns globally, affecting millions of women every year. Amidst the battle against this disease, screening mammograms emerge as a crucial tool in early detection and effective treatment. In this blog, we delve into the significance of screening mammograms, their procedure, their benefits, and why they are essential for women’s health.

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Radiology Business

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Progenics Pharmaceuticals Inc. claims MIM stole its patents and used them to help entice GE HealthCare to buy the company in January.

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Diagnostic Imaging

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

A new meta-analysis noted pooled sensitivity and specificity rates of 83 percent and 91 percent, respectively, for the use of non-contrast abbreviated MRI in surveillance of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Non-liver cancer-specific malignant lesions (LR-M) on CT or MRI are tied to lower overall survival in patients with solitary hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) undergoing resection, a study published February 27 in Radiology found. Researchers led by Roberto Cannella, MD, from the University of Palermo in Italy also found that the presence of at least one non-targetoid feature is linked to increased recurrence risk, regardless of LI-RADS category.

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Radiology Business

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

BioZorb is FDA cleared for the radiographic marking of soft tissue sites for future procedures such as radiation therapy.

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Health Imaging

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The Azurion system is designed to swiftly identify stroke-related damage for improved care coordination.

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Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

milla1cf Tue, 02/27/2024 - 10:02 February 27, 2024 — As artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in radiology, researchers caution that it’s essential to consider the environmental impact of AI tools, according to a focus article published today in Radiology , a journal of the Radiological Society of North America ( RSNA ). Healthcare and medical imaging significantly contribute to the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions fueling global climate change.

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Radiology Business

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The M&A deal is with Houston Medical Imaging, which performed over 135,000 procedures last year, producing $28M in revenue.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

When the radiology department at Cork University Hospital in the south coast of Ireland took the lead in developing an autism-friendly patient experience, they observed that it took less time to complete imaging studies for children with autism, according to a February 28 session at ECR 2024. Too much noise, too much pain, and too much information thrown at them summarize what children with autism can feel in the hospital, explained Martin Peyton, a clinical specialist and radiographer, who pres

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ScienceDaily

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

As artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in radiology, researchers caution that it's essential to consider the environmental impact of AI tools.

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Health IT Analytics

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Researchers have developed a framework to fine-tune the natural language processing models used in medical text summarization tools.

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Diagnostic Imaging

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Emphasizing upgraded angio suite capabilities as well as improved 2D and 3D imaging, Philips will unveil the Azurion Neuro Biplane System at the European Congress of Radiology.

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Health Imaging

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Joseph Swicklik, RT(R)(CT), Mayo Clinic, says magic tricks can help calm pediatric patients to overcome anxiety and make medical imaging exams run much smoother.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Philips is launching its integrated interventional system Azurion at ECR 2024. Azurion is the company's image-guided therapy system for the assessment of patients with stroke or other neurovascular diseases. The neuro biplane system is designed to streamline neurovascular procedures for neurointerventionists where a combination of 2D and 3D imaging is needed for diagnosis and treatment, according to the company.

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Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

milla1cf Tue, 02/27/2024 - 17:24 February 27, 2024 — Median Technologies announced that the Company will be participating and speaking at the premier European radiology conference, the European Congress of Radiology ( ECR ), being held in Vienna, Austria, February 28 – March 3, 2024. Presentation at the AI Theater Industry Sessions/AI Lightning Talks 2 (AI exhibition, Expo X1) February 28 at 12:30 pm CET: “Eyonis LCS: Revealing Independent Verification Results & Advancements in Clinical Valida

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Diagnostic Imaging Systems

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of veterinary medicine, technological advancements continue to play a pivotal role in enhancing patient care and diagnostic capabilities. One such innovation that has transformed the way veterinarians approach imaging is the evolution of portable x-ray units. These compact and versatile devices bring diagnostic imaging to the forefront of animal care, offering unprecedented flexibility and efficiency for veterinary professionals on the move.

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Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

milla1cf Tue, 02/27/2024 - 17:36 February 27, 2024 — Hologic, Inc. continues to deliver on its commitment to advancing women’s health by unveiling new research in artificial intelligence (AI) and offering innovative educational opportunities at the annual European Congress of Radiology ( ECR ) in Vienna, Austria from February 28 to March 2. The pioneer behind 3D mammography , Hologic will present new data that showcase how next-generation deep-learning solutions can assist with breast cancer

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Ultrasound technology developer Sonus Microsystems has secured $2.1 million in pre-seed funding. The Canadian company will use the funds to further develop its polymer-based capacitive micromachined ultrasound transducers (polyCMUT) technology for remote diagnostic imaging ultrasound devices and remote monitoring. PolyCMUT is a method of manufacturing ultrasonic transducer arrays that the company says differs from existing piezoelectric technology used in ultrasound devices.

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MRI Network

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

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MedImaging MRI

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

An innovative and game-changing solution instantly converts medical images into 3D patient avatars, redefining surgical consultations and transforming the learning.

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MedImaging Radiography

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

A breakthrough innovation in healthcare imaging enables doctors to navigate through blood vessels using light, instead of X-ray.

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Diagnostic Imaging

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Review the case and test your knowledge to make the correct diagnosis.

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Health Imaging

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The plaintiffs claim they were imaged for a liver disease study without giving their consent, or learning of the results.

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Diagnostic Imaging

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Catch up on the top AI-related news and research in radiology over the past month.

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Health Imaging

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The plaintiffs claim they were subjects in a liver disease study and scanned with an MRI without their consent.

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