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Predictive model cuts back on unnecessary imaging requests for headaches in the ED

Headaches are a common complaint among patients presenting to the emergency department, with millions of cases documented annually in the United States.

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First-of-its-kind framework monitors real-time performance of radiology AI tools

The new framework offers organizations real-time, detailed assessments of how algorithms that have been implemented into workflows are impacting efficiency and outcomes.

Arlene Sussman, MD, radiologist-medical director, mammography, at vRad, explains a telebreast imaging system that allows patients direct video consults with their remote radiologist just after their exams to increase personalized care and to answer questions immediately to avoid waiting for answers. She spoke on this technology in sessions at RSNA 2024.

Creating real-time telebreast imaging that includes remote patient consults

Arlene Sussman, MD, medical director, vRad, explains a telebreast imaging system that allows patients direct video consults with their remote radiologist just after their exams to increase personalized care and to answer questions immediately to avoid waiting for answers.

Respected radiologist under investigation for rampant sexual misconduct

Investigators say the doctor “committed sexual acts with almost all the women who entered his office alone."

Experts use radiomics features to spot specific tissue patterns related to breast cancer.

Research links tissue patterns on imaging with breast cancer risk

These findings could be beneficial for women with dense breasts, which increase the risk of developing cancer while making it significantly more difficult to detect.

GE HealthCare Optison ultrasound enhancing agent

Unlike other UEA options, GE HealthCare's Optison does not contain polyethylene glycol. The FDA approved its use for adult patients back in 1997.

Philips announces strategic partnership aimed at advancing AI in MRI

The collaboration with Nvidia—a leader in AI solutions—was unveiled Monday during the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine's annual meeting.

COVID causes increase risk of clotting. Example of a pulmonary embolism. CT pulmonary angiograms in a 77-year-old man with COVID-19 and a saddle embolus to pulmonary arteries (black arrow in A) extending into right and left pulmonary arteries (white arrows) in (A, B) axial and (C) coronal planes. Arrowheads show pulmonary changes associated with COVID-19 and possible lung infarction (black arrow in C). (D) Axial image at the level of the ventricles shows right-sided heart strain. RSNA. COVID PE

PE CT studies have risen nearly 50% in recent years

The diagnostic yield of the exam, however, has remained largely unchanged, prompting experts to question whether CT pulmonary angiography is being overused in the ED.

Philips announces strategic partnership aimed at advancing AI in MRI

The collaboration with Nvidia—a leader in AI solutions—was unveiled Monday during the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine's annual meeting.

PE CT studies have risen nearly 50% in recent years

The diagnostic yield of the exam, however, has remained largely unchanged, prompting experts to question whether CT pulmonary angiography is being overused in the ED.

GE HealthCare debuts new wide-bore MRI scanner built with cardiology, oncology in mind

The new 1.5T MRI scanner includes a wide bore and key AI features designed to boost the patient experience.

ASNC, ACC ask US government not to tariff radiopharmaceuticals

The two groups stressed that tariffs would likely impact patient care.

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Unlike other UEA options, GE HealthCare's Optison does not contain polyethylene glycol. The FDA approved its use for adult patients back in 1997.

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GE HealthCare debuts new wide-bore MRI scanner built with cardiology, oncology in mind

The new 1.5T MRI scanner includes a wide bore and key AI features designed to boost the patient experience.

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ASNC, ACC ask US government not to tariff radiopharmaceuticals

The two groups stressed that tariffs would likely impact patient care.