X-ray

Medical X-rays have mostly converted from film, to computed radiography (CR) that used individual plates to record each X-ray digitally that then had to be uploaded into a PACS, to what is the standard-of-care today with digital radiography (DR). DR X-ray which allows immediate digital transfer of images into a PACS for immediate review. X-rays are used to diagnose fractures, bone abnormalities, lung pathologies and tumors, as well as monitor pediatric growth, plan for surgery and treat oncology patients during radiation therapy. More detailed anatomical imaging, especially soft tissue imaging, is usually sent for advanced imaging with CT or MRI. X-ray, especially mobile DR systems, are a primary use case for artificial intelligence (AI) integration. 

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Heart X-ray tops FFR-guided stent placement in patients who’ve suffered a severe heart attack

Fractional flow reserve measurements did not yield better outcomes and proved more costly compared to imaging-guided stenting procedures, researchers reported during ACC21.

Automated tool can help radiologists avoid overlooking wrist fractures on X-ray exams

The AI performed comparably to imaging experts and may best serve as a triage tool or additional reader to reduce the risk of missing a fracture.

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Nanox earns FDA clearance for its novel digital X-ray machine

Chairman and CEO Ran Poliakine called the news a "significant step forward" for the Israeli company's U.S. regulatory pathway.

‘Alarming’ bias among doctors analyzing chest X-rays for black lung disease

Researchers warned this issue very likely extends beyond the national Black Lung Program.

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Detection system helps radiologists quickly, more accurately spot major findings on chest X-rays

Notably, interpretation times fell from 10-65 seconds down to 6-27 seconds, researchers said Tuesday in Radiology.

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Healthcare groups launch first-of-its-kind initiative to meet growing demand for X-ray technologists

The University of Texas Medical Branch and College of Health Care Professions kicked off the program in January and both sides see a bright future ahead.

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Deep learning detects common shoulder pain on x-rays—a potential safeguard for busy physicians

The neural network performed well even when faced with low-quality images, German researchers reported in Skeletal Radiology.

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Research reveals ‘remarkable gap’ in x-ray interpretation skills between primary care physicians, radiologists

Experts said all residency training needs to incorporate imaging courses and noted that primary care centers must have access to radiologists to ensure accuracy in emergency situations.

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