Brain Imaging October 31, 2024

MRI Predicts Cognitive Decline October 31, 2024

Early detection of cognitive decline is becoming increasingly important as new therapies become available for conditions like Alzheimer’s disease. A new 20-year study in JAMA Network Open shows that MRI can detect structural brain changes indicating future cognitive decline – years before symptoms occur.  Longitudinal research has shown that subtle changes in body structure – […]

Breast Imaging October 28, 2024

ABUS Flies Solo for Breast Screening October 28, 2024

Is breast ultrasound ready for use as a primary breast screening modality – without mammography? Maybe not in developed countries, but researchers in China gave automated breast ultrasound a try, with results that are worth checking out in a new study in AJR.  Mammography is unquestionably the primary imaging modality for first-line breast screening, with […]

Molecular Imaging October 24, 2024

PSMA-PET Reduces Prostate Deaths October 24, 2024

Using PSMA-PET instead of conventional imaging to stage patients with recurrent prostate cancer could reduce deaths by 13% and lead to improved quality of life. The new paper in JAMA Network Open confirms the value of PSMA imaging compared to traditional imaging approaches.  Recurrent prostate cancer is one of the trickiest cancers to manage, especially […]

CT Scanners October 14, 2024

Did Malpractice Risk Kill V/Q Exams? October 14, 2024

CT perfusion angiography exams have largely replaced nuclear medicine-based ventilation/perfusion (V/Q) studies for detecting pulmonary embolism. But a new article in Academic Radiology suggests that CT’s rise wasn’t entirely based on clinical efficacy – fears of malpractice risk may have played a role.  V/Q studies can help diagnose PE by enabling clinicians to visualize lung […]

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Imaging IT October 24, 2024

Using AI-Powered Automation to Help Solve Today’s Radiology Crisis October 24, 2024

Reimbursement cuts. Radiologist and staff shortages. Rising costs. Surging imaging volumes. Overwhelming staff workloads. Shrinking margins.  Sound familiar? Radiology departments, imaging centers, and radiology practices are facing a perfect storm of challenges to deliver high-quality patient care while remaining profitable and competitive.  RADIN Health has developed an innovative, cloud-based (SaaS), all-in-one technology stack based on […]

Cardiac Imaging October 21, 2024

FFR-CT Reduces Invasive Angiography Rates October 21, 2024

Performing automated CT-derived fractional flow reserve with Shukun Technology’s software reduced referrals to invasive coronary angiography by 19% in a new study in Radiology. The findings suggest that software-based FFR-CT can serve a gatekeeper role in managing workup of patients with suspected coronary artery disease.  Cardiac CT has been a revolutionary tool for assessing people […]

Imaging IT October 18, 2024

Reduce the Mess, Reduce the Stress: Automating and Accelerating Efficiency in Complex Medical Imaging Environments October 18, 2024

Repetitive, arduous tasks are a major contributor to burnout – an increasingly prevalent issue in healthcare. While digital innovation is transformative, introducing more technology to workflows often creates additional layers of complexity, hindering efficiency, performance monitoring, and ultimately the quality of care. As a result, once-simple traditional workflows have grown cumbersome over time, filled with […]

Imaging IT October 17, 2024

Optimizing Front Office Operations through Integrated Apps and Cloud-Based RIS/PACS October 17, 2024

Paradox of High Patient Volumes At first glance, it may appear having more patients should naturally lead to higher revenue. When you consider extra labor costs and the fact that reimbursements are decreasing, increased volume can turn into diminishing returns. Optimal management of growing patient volumes requires a new way of working with automation and […]

Patient Engagement October 17, 2024

Do Imaging Costs Scare Patients? October 17, 2024

A new study in JACR reveals an uncomfortable reality about medical imaging price transparency: Patients who knew how much they would have to pay for their imaging exam were less likely to complete their study.  Price transparency has been touted as a patient-friendly tool that can get patients engaged with their care while also helping […]

Artificial Intelligence October 10, 2024

Low-Dose CT Confounds CAD in Kids October 10, 2024

When it comes to pediatric CT scans, clinicians should make every effort to reduce dose as much as possible. But a new study in AJR indicates that lower CT radiation dose can affect the performance of software tools like computer-aided detection.  Initiatives like the Image Wisely and Image Gently projects have succeeded in raising awareness […]

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