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Abnormal CT findings increasingly common among countertop workers
New AI-enabled CT system is officially available in North America
Some soccer players are at risk of brain damage similar to CTE
GBCA dose reduced by up to 80% with help from deep learning-based image reconstruction
Concussions may slow 'background' brain activity in athletes, new imaging shows
The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has helped cardiologists, radiologists, nurses and other healthcare providers embrace precision medicine in a way that ensures more heart patients are receiving personalized care.
Up to half of medical organizations either already using or preparing to implement AI

With the number of FDA approved AI-enabled applications nearing 1,000, it’s clear the healthcare industry is ready to embrace the evolving technology.

New scoring system accurately predicts coronary risk in women

The system combines findings from SPECT myocardial perfusion imaging with lifestyle and clinical factors to predict risk of major cardiovascular events.

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Non-invasive imaging technique may be key to diagnosing sepsis earlier

The methods enable providers to identify signs of sepsis by assessing blood flow throughout the muscles. 

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Abnormal CT findings increasingly common among countertop workers

Individuals who work with engineered stone countertops are increasingly being diagnosed with silicosis—a chronic lung condition that is the result of inhaling large amounts of silica dust.

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New AI-enabled CT system is officially available in North America

The scanner is equipped with features aimed at addressing some of the biggest pain points of both radiologists and technologists.

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Some soccer players are at risk of brain damage similar to CTE

American football isn’t the only contact sport that has medical experts concerned with the brain health of athletes. New evidence suggests certain soccer players may be at heightened risk of long-term brain abnormalities, too. 

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GBCA dose reduced by up to 80% with help from deep learning-based image reconstruction

Although GBCAs are largely considered safe, there are concerns about how gadolinium retention could affect patients who require repeated imaging.

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Philips, Mayo Clinic using AI to improve cardiac MRI technology

The two companies aim to improve patient access to high-quality MRI scans by combining their artificial intelligence capabilities.

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Positron partners with Upbeat Cardiology Solutions to improve cardiac PET/CT access

Positron, a New York-based nuclear imaging company, will now provide Upbeat Cardiology Solutions with advanced PET/CT systems and services. 

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Global shortage of nuclear imaging isotopes may be over

The nuclear imaging isotope shortage of molybdenum-99 may be over now that the sidelined reactor is restarting. ASNC's president says PET and new SPECT technologies helped cardiac imaging labs better weather the storm.