Cardiac Imaging

While cardiac ultrasound is the widely used imaging modality for heart assessments, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and nuclear imaging are also used and are often complimentary, each offering specific details about the heart other modalities cannot. For this reason the clinical question being asked often determines the imaging test that will be used.

PET is an energy hog, but relatively rare utilization lessens its carbon footprint. MRI and CT have no such ‘out’
Medical imaging machinery uses a lot of power, and the extent to which it quickens the pace of global warming is becoming clearer.
$Performing CT-derived fractional flow reserve (CT-FFR) before transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) improves the accuracy of coronary CT angiography (CCTA) and helps limit unneeded invasive coronary angiography (ICA), according to a new study published in JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions. Heartflow$
AI-based CAD assessments dramatically improve vascular surgery outcomes
PAD patients evaluated with HeartFlow's noninvasive FFR_CTAnalysis technology prior to surgery experienced much better outcomes, including a 63% lower risk of all-cause mortality after five years.
AI helps cardiologists track new drug's effect on inflammation
The combination of AI and CT helped Nehal Mehta, MD, and colleagues track the performance of a new drug designed to target coronary inflammation.
AI improves CT assessments, boosts care for real-world heart patients
Automated AI-generated measurements combined with annotated CT images can improve treatment planning and help referring physicians and patients better understand their disease, explained Sarah Jane Rinehart, MD, director of cardiac imaging with Charleston Area Medical Center.
AI predicts cardiovascular risk during CT scans—no invasive tests or contrast required
Two advanced algorithms—one for CAC scores and another for segmenting cardiac chamber volumes—outperformed radiologists when assessing low-dose chest CT scans.

Viztek to Showcase Complete Hospital Imaging Product Suite at AHRA 2015

Viztek, the leading provider of complete digital software and hardware diagnostic imaging solutions, will showcase its full portfolio of DR and PACS offerings at the upcoming Association for Medical Imaging Management (AHRA) meeting & exposition in Las Vegas, Nevada, July 19 -22, 2015.

July 15, 2015

Toshiba America Medical Systems and Merge Healthcare Partner on Cardiology and Hemodynamic Solutions

Merge Healthcare Incorporated, a leading provider of clinical systems and innovations that seek to transform healthcare, today announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.

June 29, 2015

Philips launches anatomically intelligent quantification tool for cardiac ultrasound imaging

Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) today announced the introduction of HeartModelA.I., a new Anatomically Intelligent Ultrasound (AIUS) tool that brings advanced quantification, automated 3D views and robust reproducibility to cardiac ultrasound imaging.

June 18, 2015

SNMMI: Scanning for cardiac amyloid could help predict heart attacks

While amyloid imaging is typically discussed with regard to diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease, a team of French researchers, presenting at the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) 2015 annual meeting, have found that amyloid scans of the heart can predict major cardiac events.

June 11, 2015

Using isosmolar contrast agent during angioplasty reduces risk of renal and cardiac events, say data from GE Healthcare supported study

Significantly fewer renal and cardiac events are associated with angioplasty procedures using isosmolar contrast medium (IOCM) agent Visipaque (iodixanol) than those using low-osmolar contrast media (LOCM), demonstrate data from abstracts presented today at the EuroPCR Congress 2015 in Paris.

May 20, 2015

Bay Area Medical Center optimizes workflow and improves patient experience with Toshiba’s cardiovascular x-ray

Bay Area Medical Center (BAMC) in Marinette, Wisconsin, can now provide its patients with efficient exams that eliminate the choice between safety and image quality with the InfinixTM Elite cardiovascular X-ray system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.

May 13, 2015

Data shows BIOTRONIK ProMRI pacemakers are safe and effective in full-body MRI environment

BIOTRONIK, a leading manufacturer of cardiovascular medical devices, announced that clinical data demonstrating the safety and efficacy of its ProMRI® pacemakers has been presented. 

March 17, 2015

Toshiba names directors for MR and x-ray vascular business units

TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 23, 2015 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced that it has named Guy Poloni as director, MR Business Unit, and Bill Newsom as director, X-ray Vascular Business Unit. They will be responsible for implementing strategic marketing plans that drive growth and profitability for their respective product lines. They will also interface with the global business units at Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation to communicate the needs and requirements of the U.S. market.

February 26, 2015

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Cardiovascular Business

AI improves CT assessments, boosts care for real-world heart patients

Automated AI-generated measurements combined with annotated CT images can improve treatment planning and help referring physicians and patients better understand their disease, explained Sarah Jane Rinehart, MD, director of cardiac imaging with Charleston Area Medical Center.

Cardiovascular Business

AI predicts cardiovascular risk during CT scans—no invasive tests or contrast required

Two advanced algorithms—one for CAC scores and another for segmenting cardiac chamber volumes—outperformed radiologists when assessing low-dose chest CT scans.

Radiology Business

Google teams with Bayer to address radiologist burnout via AI

"Gen AI can help tackle repetitive tasks and provide insights into massive datasets, saving valuable time," Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud, said Tuesday.

Cardiac Imaging

PET is an energy hog, but relatively rare utilization lessens its carbon footprint. MRI and CT have no such ‘out’

AI-based CAD assessments dramatically improve vascular surgery outcomes

AI helps cardiologists track new drug's effect on inflammation

AI improves CT assessments, boosts care for real-world heart patients

AI predicts cardiovascular risk during CT scans—no invasive tests or contrast required

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