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Top Five Ultrasound Content of 2024

Diagnostic Imaging

Catch up on the most well-read ultrasound content from 2024.

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New MRI method shows treatment effects in lung transplant patients

AuntMinnie

A new method of MRI lung scanning shows the effects of treatment for compromised lung function in transplant patients, U.K. researchers have reported. The method consists of using a special gas called perfluoropropane that can be seen on an MRI scanner, wrote a team led by Prof. Peter Thelwall, PhD, of Newcastle University in Newcastle on Tyne, U.K.

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Radiology Practice Consolidation By the Numbers

Ben White

From “ The U.S. Radiologist Workforce: AJR Expert Panel Narrative Review ,” just published in AJR: Between 2014 and 2023, the number of radiology practices decreased by over 17%, while the number of practices with 25-49, 50-99, and 100 or more radiologists grew by 33%, 126%, and 349%, respectively. Consolidation in action. An arduous regulatory climate, challenging payor relationships, tumor-like health network/hospital/system growth, and the increasing volume and intensity of after-

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Rethinking Fluid Resuscitation in Vaso-Occlusive Crisis: Is Lactated Ringer’s the Superior Choice?

REBEL EM

Background: Sickle cell disease (SCD) affects an estimated 300,000 infants born worldwide each year and has a total estimated prevalence of 100,000 in the United States alone ( Piel 2017 ). Within this population, over 90% of healthcare encounters are due to painful vaso-occlusive episodes (VOE) ( Kidwell 2021 ). VOE is often complicated by hypovolemia, making fluid administration a common intervention ( Lovett 2017 ).

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Testing Innovations in Cancer: How to evaluate and use new technologies

Amidst rising cancer prevalence and soaring costs, new cancer technologies and innovations are emerging to support the early detection, treatment, and surveillance of cancer. Read this guide to understand how to evaluate these solutions for your employees and members – and to learn more about the current state of coverage, clinical and cost effectiveness, and impact on quality and outcomes.

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PHOTO GALLERY: Medical imaging technology at RSNA 2024

Health Imaging

Take a virtual tour around the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) meeting to see the sights and new technologies displayed across the vast exhibit hall floors.

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Congress ditches doc fix in stopgap end-of-year funding bill

Radiology Business

It is extremely disappointing that the incoming administration would upend a bipartisan agreement that prevented devastating cuts," the RBMA said Friday.

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Measuring True Readiness for Clinical AI in Health Systems

Aidoc

While many health systems are eager to embrace AI, achieving scalable, impactful and lasting integration requires careful preparation and a clear, strategic approach. Becoming an AI-ready facility involves more than just investing in technology; it requires a strategic approach that ensures the organization is set up to support lasting change and achieve meaningful outcomes.

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New scan method unveils lung function secrets

ScienceDaily

A new method of scanning lungs is able to show in real time how air moves in and out of the lungs as people take a breath in patients with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and patients who have received a lung transplant. It enables experts to see the functioning of transplanted lungs and could enable medics to identify sooner any decline in lung function.

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2009 USPSTF guidelines not linked to higher breast cancer incidence

AuntMinnie

Breast cancer screening guidelines issued by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)in 2009 have not led to increased or decreased breast cancer incidence, according to research published December 27 in JAMA Network Open. A team led by Carina Zhang-Petersen, MD, from the University of Vermont in Burlington found that rates of in situ breast cancer have decreased since 2009.

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Maximize Your Radiology Center’s Performance With Specialized Scheduling

Patient-centric scheduling can only be achieved through optimized radiology workflows, effective communications between staff and physicians, and, of course, through specialized schedulers. In this guide, we’ll take you through a step-by-step process to transform your radiology center into a high-performance hub of medical imaging.

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US Radiology Specialists affiliate expands into new market

Radiology Business

Atlanta-based American Health Imaging is opening two new multimodality imaging centers around Alabama's most populous city.

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What 2024 Showed Us About AI

Aidoc

If theres one word that captured AI in 2024, its momentum. From groundbreaking regulatory milestones to the rapid adoption of AI-enabled tools, this was the year AI moved from promise to practice, transforming both personal and professional landscapes. Lets look back at the trends, stories and insights that defined AIs evolution, with a spotlight on how its reshaping healthcare and driving innovation across industries.

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Current and Emerging Insights on AI in Breast Imaging: An Interview with Mark Traill, MD, Part 2

Diagnostic Imaging

In the second part of a three-part interview from the recent RSNA conference, Mark Traill, M.D., emphasizes patience and monitoring with the assessment of AI to ensure optimal use of the technology to help ease the strain of increasing breast imaging volume.

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Varex closes $125M private offering

AuntMinnie

Radiology components supplier Varex Imaging has closed a $125 million private offering of senior secured notes. The company initiated the offering on December 16. The notes will come due in October 2027, Varex noted. "The additional funds allow us to address the partial repayment of our convertible notes coming due in June 2025, while preserving availability under our revolving credit facility," said company CFO Sam Maheshwari in a statement.

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The Employers Guide to Controlling Cancer

About 40% of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime, and patients are getting younger. At the same time, the cost of treatment continues to rise, with employers spending 8.5% more on cancer care for each employee than they did last year. The best thing employers can do for their employees and business tomorrow is to invest in cancer detection and care today.

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Teleradiology provider inks post-acute care deal worth $1.5M annually

Radiology Business

VSee Health has inked a professional services contract with one of the countrys largest post-acute care hospital systems.

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AI in Healthcare Examples: 10 Clinical Use Cases

Aidoc

When discussing examples of AI in healthcare, our minds may jump to automated call centers and schedule reminders, chatbots and even robotic surgeries. One crucial example of AI in medicine, however, is its application to clinical workflows and how it can help improve patient outcomes. In this blog post, were going to dive into 10 possible use case examples.

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Video Interview Highlights from RSNA 2024

Diagnostic Imaging

Catch up on video interviews from the recent 2024 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference.

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MedPAC previews 2025 recommendations to Congress at December meeting

AuntMinnie

The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) previewed recommendations it will make to Congress for the 2025 Medicare program year during its December public meeting, the American College of Radiology (ACR) reported. The commission plans to include recommendations in its March report regarding whether payments to physicians and other health professionals are adequate and how they should be updated for 2026.

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Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color

Discover how Color's comprehensive care solution is revolutionizing cancer screening adherence and knowledge. Through an in-depth case study, Color's unique approach to comprehensive cancer care has shown significant benefits in increasing screening rates and enhancing patient knowledge. Participants reported a 2-3x increase in adherence to screening guidelines over just 8 weeks, with 84% of participants increasing their familiarity with timing and frequency of cancer screening.

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Combining Advanced Imaging Technologies Offers Breakthrough in Glioblastoma Treatment

MedImaging Industry News

A new treatment strategy combining advanced imaging may offer improved survival rates for older patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma.

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Combining Advanced Imaging Technologies Offers Breakthrough in Glioblastoma Treatment

MedImaging MRI

A new treatment strategy combining advanced imaging may offer improved survival rates for older patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma.

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Diagnostic Imaging's Top Five Prostate Imaging Content of 2024

Diagnostic Imaging

Catch up on the most well-viewed prostate imaging content from 2024.

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JACR: To thrive, radiology must adapt to ongoing stresses

AuntMinnie

To address current and future workforce shortages, radiology must adapt to ongoing stresses and the changing care ecosystem, according to a commentary published in the Journal of the American College of Radiology. An expert panel led by Anna Rozenshtein, MD, of Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, NY, urged radiologists to "promote appropriate utilization, [leverage] all existing workforce reserves, and [embrace] innovation" in a healthcare environment plagued by workforce shortages.

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From Prevention to Survivorship: How HR Can Support Employees Facing Cancer Diagnoses

Explore the latest insights from the American Cancer Society's “Cancer Statistics 2024” report, which unveils multiple alarming trends in cancer data. Cancer is on the rise among young adults, and diagnoses for 6 of the 10 most common cancers are escalating. With over 2 million new cancer cases projected in the U.S. this year, employers face increased challenges when it comes to supporting employees.

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New Molecular Imaging Agent Accurately Identifies Crucial Cancer Biomarker

MedImaging Industry News

A new molecular imaging agent can accurately detect a vital cancer biomarker, providing critical information for diagnosis, treatment, and assessing therapeutic response.

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Simple Scan Could Identify Patients at Risk for Serious Heart Problems

MedImaging MRI

Researchers are using MRI to analyze the composition of the adipose tissue surrounding the heart and identify individuals at higher risk for serious cardiac conditions.

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Top Five Radiology Content for December 2024

Diagnostic Imaging

Catch up on the most-well viewed radiology content in December 2024.

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The Radiance of Christmas: Illuminating the Role of Medical Imaging in the Holiday Season

Open Medscience

Medical imaging combines advanced technology, skilled professionals, and holiday warmth to support patients during Christmas emergencies. The post The Radiance of Christmas: Illuminating the Role of Medical Imaging in the Holiday Season appeared first on Open MedScience.

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?