Medical Imaging

Physicians utilize medical imaging to see inside the body to diagnose and treat patients. This includes computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, angiography,  and the nuclear imaging modalities of PET and SPECT. 

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RSNA announces winners of abdominal trauma AI challenge

The Radiological Society of North America's latest contest focused on the detection and classification of injuries in the abdomen. 

Carestream Horizon X-ray system

Carestream unveils compact X-ray for facilities on a budget

The system is designed for small healthcare facilities, fitting into most rooms without requiring additional ceiling support.

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Medmo receives $9M investment for radiology scan scheduling

The new funding round was led by early stage venture capital firm Lerer Hippeau, with Medmo earmarking the money for expansion plans.

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University of Wisconsin and GE HealthCare expand 40-year partnership

Their goal is to shape the future of medical imaging, enhance the standard of care, and improve patient outcomes by incorporating advancements in AI and digital solutions. 

Somatom Pro.Pulse CT machine.

Siemens Healthineers unveils smaller dual source CT machine, designed for rural areas

The Somatom Pro.Pulse consumes 20% less power when compared to larger machines, reducing costs for healthcare organizations.

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Company launches world's first online portal for MRI safety reporting

The web-based portal aims to log all accidents and any associated remedies, bringing as much information as possible to a central location.

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ChatGPT struggles with echocardiography, but still shows potential to help cardiology trainees

ChatGPT may not be quite ready to help prepare trainees for their next echocardiography exam—but it does show promise. 

Jamie Bourque, MD, discusses fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) and its growing use cases in cardiac PET imaging He discussed the radiotracer in sessions at ASNC 2023. #ASNC #ASNC23 #ASNC2023

The expanding scope of FDG-PET in nuclear cardiac imaging

Jamie Bourque, MD, spoke to Cardiovascular Business about the growing number of ways FDG-PET scans are being used in cardiology. This includes evaluating inflammation, tracking EP device infections and much more. 

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A total of 16 cardiology practices from 12 states settled with the DOJ to resolve allegations they overbilled Medicare for imaging agents used to diagnose cardiovascular disease. 

CCTA is being utilized more and more for the diagnosis and management of suspected coronary artery disease. An international group of specialists shared their perspective on this ongoing trend.

The new technology shows early potential to make a significant impact on imaging workflows and patient care.