Ultrasound

Ultrasound, also referred to as sonography or diagnostic ultrasound, uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize soft tissue. Ultrasounds are frequently ordered to measure fetal anatomy during pregnancy, check for blood clots and to guide needle biopsy procedures of the breast, abdomen and pelvis. The imaging modality does not use any radiation to create images. Find news specific to cardiac ultrasound (echocardiography).

How beneficial is MR-directed breast ultrasound in reducing biopsies?
A team of experts determined that correlating masses initially detected on MRI are significantly more likely to result in a cancer diagnosis than other common findings.
A significant amount of imaging orders in emergency settings are inappropriate
A general lack of awareness pertaining to ACR appropriateness criteria could be a driving factor behind the misguided requisitions, authors of a new analysis suggest.
USPSTF stops short of recommending supplemental imaging for women with dense breast tissue
Experts, medical organizations and advocates alike are coming forward saying that the new guidelines “do not go far enough,” particularly when it comes to addressing the screening needs of certain patients.
Ultrasound-damaged organoids show how brain injury may progress into ALS
Seeking ways to protect the brain, the researchers found a gene called KNNJ2 that aids in muscle contraction and relaxation.
Ultrasound specialists update recommendations for endometriosis screening
The authors recommend tweaking pelvic ultrasound with new maneuvers that produce clearer images.

Experts publish first-ever consensus for appropriate use of intravascular ultrasound

The 40-expert committee unveiled the guidance during Vascular Interventional Advances 2021 in Las Vegas.

October 6, 2021

Advanced reporting clears up inconclusive ultrasound results in adults with suspected appendicitis

Documenting whether the organ was visible on imaging and the presence or absence of inflammation proved useful for predicting post-exam appendicitis.

October 5, 2021

GE Healthcare beefs up ultrasound business with $1.4B acquisition

The healthcare giant agreed to acquire advanced surgical visualization firm BK Medical from Altaris Capital.

September 23, 2021

Ultrasound is crucial to prenatal care, yet new evidence reveals ‘substantial’ disparities

Experts analyzed more than 80,000 pregnancies, including patient populations more likely to undergo a second-trimester exam.

August 24, 2021

FDA urges providers ‘immediately’ stop using ultrasound gel as bacterial infections multiply

The warning comes after Eco-Med Pharmaceuticals did not complete its investigation and could not identify the root cause and extent of contaminations.

August 18, 2021

Artificial intelligence specialist Caption Health gains Medicare coverage for ultrasound platform

Reimbursement will go into effect on Oct. 1 and cover ultrasound acquisitions for 461 diagnostic resource groups, including heart failure, stroke and other common cardiovascular concerns.

August 9, 2021

FDA announces recall of ultrasound gel following at least 15 bacterial infections

Etobicoke, Ontario-based Eco-Med Pharmaceuticals voluntarily recalled certain lots and is conducting an investigation into the matter.

August 5, 2021

Ultrasound screening during wellness visits spots abnormalities in 94% of patients

Physicians ordered 30 total follow-ups, resulting in no added costs for 76% of Medicare Wellness patients.

July 21, 2021

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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.

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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.

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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.

Ultrasound

How beneficial is MR-directed breast ultrasound in reducing biopsies?

A significant amount of imaging orders in emergency settings are inappropriate

USPSTF stops short of recommending supplemental imaging for women with dense breast tissue

Ultrasound-damaged organoids show how brain injury may progress into ALS

Ultrasound specialists update recommendations for endometriosis screening

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