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.

CT procedure shown to reduce need for invasive cardiac testing
In a study, CT-FFR was shown to reduce the need for invasive tests to measure coronary artery blockage from 74.5% to 25.5%.
First-in-human trial shows potential of guiding CABG with cardiac CT and AI—no ICA required
An independent heart team blinded to ICA results was able to deliver helpful guidance for CABG procedures for 99.1% of patients using just CCTA and FFR_CT alone. This approach is safe and feasible, researchers wrote, and the next step is to gather additional data.
Cardiology, radiology groups urge insurance provider to rethink imaging policy
SCAI and four other major healthcare organizations signed a joint letter in support of intravascular ultrasound.
Radiology AI company gains FDA clearance for new CT offerings focused on PE, stroke
The newly approved AI models are designed to improve the detection of pulmonary embolisms and strokes in patients who undergo CT scans.
SPECT still has an important role to play in nuclear cardiology
"I see, at least for the next decade, this being a SPECT and PET world, not one or the other," explained Tim Bateman, MD.

IBM Watson forms imaging coalition

Cognitive technology company IBM Watson has formed a new coalition to improve the way physicians use medical imaging data in their daily practice.

June 23, 2016

iCAD Commends Final USPSTF Recommendations for Colorectal Cancer Screening Including Computed Tomography Colonography (CTC)

NASHUA, N.H.  – June 21, 2016 – iCAD (Nasdaq: ICAD), an industry-leading provider of advanced image analysis, workflow solutions and radiation therapy for the early identification and treatment of cancer, today announced its support for the new U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommendations for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening that include use of computed tomography colonography (CTC). The Affordable Care Act requires private insurers to fully cover all USPSTF-recognized CRC screening exams, for adults aged 50 to 75 years old, including screenings with CTC technology.

June 22, 2016

MDxHealth Announces Agreement with Major Academic Medical Center for ConfirmMDx Testing

IRVINE, Calif., and HERSTAL, Belgium, June 21, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MDxHealth SA (Euronext: MDXH.BR), announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Duke University Health System regarding the use of its ConfirmMDx for Prostate Cancer test. The test is approved for the management of men with a previous negative prostate biopsy who may be at risk for undetected cancer and are being considered for a repeat biopsy.

June 22, 2016

Do severe injuries distract radiologists from finding minor issues in the same image?

When radiologists miss one image abnormality due to the presence of another, it is known as the satisfaction-of-search (SOS) effect. Do significant abnormalities lead to a greater SOS effect? A recent study published by the Journal of the American College of Radiology showed that severe injuries do not lead to an increase in missed abnormalities. 

June 20, 2016

New study reveals why patients quit antiplatelet medication

Although patients stop taking their antiplatelet medication for a variety of reasons, new research suggests that better education will help ensure they take it. 

June 20, 2016

IDC MarketScape Report Names Mach7 a Leader in U.S. Healthcare Provider VNA/AICA Unstructured Data Platforms for Integrated Care

Burlington, VT – June 7, 2016 – Mach7 Technologies (ASX:M7T), a global provider of enterprise imaging solutions, today announced it has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape:  U.S. Healthcare Provider VNA/AICA Unstructured Data Platforms for Integrated Care 2016 Vendor Assessment (doc # US41287215, May 2016). 

June 16, 2016

Affordable Conversions to Digital Radiography Can Help Mitigate Pending Reimbursement Reductions

ROCHESTER, N.Y., June 16 — Carestream Health is reaching out to healthcare providers across the country to help facilities convert from computed radiography (CR) to digital radiography (DR) in response to the schedule of decreased reimbursements contained in the 2016 Consolidated Appropriations Act.

June 16, 2016

Michael J. Fox Foundation offers $2 million for new Parkinson's imaging test

The Michael J. Fox Foundation is offering $2 million for any team that can invent a specific process to contribute to Parkinson’s diesease research. 

June 15, 2016

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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.

Cardiovascular Business

Cardiology, radiology groups urge insurance provider to rethink imaging policy

SCAI and four other major healthcare organizations signed a joint letter in support of intravascular ultrasound.

Cardiovascular Business

Radiology AI company gains FDA clearance for new CT offerings focused on PE, stroke

The newly approved AI models are designed to improve the detection of pulmonary embolisms and strokes in patients who undergo CT scans.

Cardiac Imaging

CT procedure shown to reduce need for invasive cardiac testing

First-in-human trial shows potential of guiding CABG with cardiac CT and AI—no ICA required

Cardiology, radiology groups urge insurance provider to rethink imaging policy

Radiology AI company gains FDA clearance for new CT offerings focused on PE, stroke

SPECT still has an important role to play in nuclear cardiology

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