Medical Imaging

Physicians utilize medical imaging to see inside the body to diagnose and treat patients. This includes computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, angiography,  and the nuclear imaging modalities of PET and SPECT. 

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Dozens of Indigenous Canadians file lawsuit against two radiologists over undisclosed study

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

February 27, 2024
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Philips launches system to hasten stroke care delivery

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

February 27, 2024
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MRI reveals placental oxygenation levels may be linked to fetal brain development

Oxygenation levels not only seem to be a predictor of cortical growth and cognition, but likely childhood behavior as well, the study found. 

February 27, 2024
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Proprietary mobile ultrasound system receives $2.1M in early funding

The remote system can be used anywhere and could provide access for patients in rural communities.

February 26, 2024
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AI enhances diagnostic accuracy of breast cancer lesions found on ultrasounds

Despite a low 2% to 10% malignancy rate, biopsy is typically recommended when a BI-RADS 4A lesion is discovered in breast tissue.

February 26, 2024
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Using 'magic' to calm pediatric patients during imaging exams

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.

February 26, 2024
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Cleerly’s AI software for noninvasive FFR estimates receives a Category 1 CPT code

The company officially launched its Cleerly ISCHEMIA software for delivering noninvasive evaluations of CCTA exams in early 2024. This update provides a closer look at the software from a billing perspective. 

February 23, 2024
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MRI shows brain ‘leakage’ that may explain cognitive decline from long COVID

A team from Ireland identified disruptions to the integrity of the blood vessels in the brains of patients experiencing brain fog due to the disease.

February 22, 2024
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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. 

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