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Pairing faster imaging sequence with deep learning cuts shoulder MRI scan time by 67%

Exams performed using the deep learning-based reconstruction tool also maintained high image quality, experts reported Wednesday.

Medtech company Us2.ai gains FDA clearance for automated echocardiography software

The news comes following a validation study at Brigham and Women's Hospital and multiple trials with pharmaceutical partners.

Docs say recall disagreements between top breast imaging techniques require further scrutiny

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center experts believe the differences could have an impact on cancer detection.

New data show ‘unequivocal support’ for LDCT screening patients at risk of lung cancer

Despite Medicare funding LDCT screening programs in the U.S., experts say uptake remains low, at around 4%.

AI & Emerging Technologies

Google Health’s AI tool slashes abnormal chest X-ray turnaround times by 28%

Pairing faster imaging sequence with deep learning cuts shoulder MRI scan time by 67%

Screening mammography ‘signals’ predict women’s breast cancer risk

Imaging consortium releases first-of-its-kind database to help fight lung disease

AI-driven breast cancer screening ‘a long way off’ from replicating radiologists

Medtech company Us2.ai gains FDA clearance for automated echocardiography software

4D flow MRI has potential role for detecting complications in patients with aortic disease

Myocardial perfusion imaging diverts patients from unnecessary, invasive angiography

Ultra-high-resolution CTA accurately assesses severely calcified vessels, overcoming CT’s limitations

AI carries ‘enormous potential’ to transform cardiac MRI, reduce scan times without using contrast

New data show ‘unequivocal support’ for LDCT screening patients at risk of lung cancer

Screening mammography ‘signals’ predict women’s breast cancer risk

New guidance for knee cartilage MRI seeks to prevent irreversible osteoarthritis

With COVID cases surging, providers use POCUS to predict patients’ future hospital needs

Hospitals, insurers charging ‘wildly’ different amounts for same imaging services, new investigation reveals

Lawmakers request records from FDA on Alzheimer’s drug approval, citing ‘apparent anomalies’

Parents sue top children’s hospital alleging negligent care, MRI delays contributed to son’s death

Imaging center has credentials revoked following ‘severe’ issues with mammography screening

HHS announces webinar to help radiologists, other clinicians maneuver info-blocking rules

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Cardiovascular Business

Florida cardiologist pays $6.75M to resolve fraud allegations

The physician and his practice also had to sign into a “multi-year integrity agreement” that includes specific training and reporting requirements.

AI in Healthcare

AI hurts population health status when it’s used to longitudinally hook people on porn

The rate of harms to the mental and physical health of individuals who frequently use pornography is accelerating, and AI is playing a key role in driving porn addiction as well as “escalation to more violent material.”

AI in Healthcare

AI has strengths and weaknesses as a decision guide for total joint replacement

AI and machine learning are adept at selecting good candidates for total joint arthroplasty and predicting which patients will and won’t experience post-op complications.