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RSNA21: Two-thirds of states did not prioritize vulnerable cancer patients during initial COVID vaccine rollout

Regulators must ensure that vulnerable populations receive their booster shots in a timely fashion.

RSNA21: Deep learning automatically labels coronary arteries to produce structured CCTA reports

The algorithm yielded a 94.4% accuracy for labeling arteries in accordance with the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography guidelines.

Some states have 25% fewer radiologists than Medicare patients, illustrating nationwide trend

Across the West, for example, the rise in Medicare beneficiaries has outpaced rads by 10.1%.

70% of 'ministroke' patients discharged from ED with incomplete imaging never receive follow-up

Early detection and treatment can prevent up to 80% of stroke cases after transient ischemic attacks, according to data shared at RSNA.

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Radiologists discover ‘startling’ disparities between commercial, Medicare imaging prices

In some cases private payer rates were more than 10 times the Medicare rate for the same exam.

RSNA21: Referring providers receive radiology reports 35 minutes faster under structured framework

Turnaround time improvements are likely due to the fewer number of edits required from the initial draft to finalized report.

New imaging guidance for patients on common blood thinners who have suffered a head injury

These individuals are typically sent for an initial CT scan, but follow-up protocol is not well established, experts said during RSNA.

RSNA21: Patient access to imaging doesn’t overburden radiologists—many see it as key to transparency

In fact, 76% of rads said online access to results did not impact their role at all, according to new data presented at RSNA's annual meeting.

RSNA: GE’s Immelt talks analytics and the future of innovation

CHICAGO—In the exhibit halls at RSNA over the years, technology advancements were often touted based on the number of CT slices or an MRI’s bore size. Now, though, the future of radiology lies in the innovations that are being made in analytics and information collection, according to Jeffrey R. Immelt, chairman and CEO of GE.

RSNA: Researchers use video game technology to improve x-rays

CHICAGO—Researchers have found a new use for Microsoft video game technology that doesn’t involve hitting home runs, racing sports cars, or shooting aliens: measuring body part thickness and checking for motion and positioning immediately before capturing x-rays.

RSNA: Weight loss markedly slows knee damage

CHICAGO—Carrying around the extra weight of obesity damages knee cartilage just as surely as it hurts one’s cardiovascular health. A new study confirms the suspicion that losing the weight can mean slowing the osteoarthritis.

RSNA: Noninvasive, radiation-free contrast imaging can aid concussion care in sports

CHICAGO—Even after all their symptoms subside, some concussed patients have significantly diminished blood flow to the brain. The arterial spin labeling (ASL) method of fMRI can pinpoint regions affected by the curtailment—and may better guide physicians on when to allow acutely brain-injured athletes to get back on the field. 

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