Erik L. Ridley[email protected]UltrasoundFAST proves useful as triage tool in wartimeFocused abdominal sonography for trauma (FAST) exams can serve as a valuable triage tool in multiple casualty incidents (MCIs), according to researchers from Rambam Medical Center in Haifa, Israel. The group retrospectively reviewed the records of 849 patients arriving at the level I trauma center during a one-month period during the Second Lebanon War.June 19, 2007UltrasoundAuntMinnie.com Ultrasound Imaging InsiderJune 14, 2007PACS/VNAMultitier staffing model optimizes imaging IT support capabilitiesPROVIDENCE, RI - Using a two-tier imaging information technology (IT) support staffing model that blends the experience levels of personnel offers a high level of flexibility and improved service, according to a presentation Saturday at the Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM) meeting.June 8, 2007Image Processing3D surface-rendered facial images a poor substitute for digital photosPROVIDENCE, RI - Creating detailed pictures of the face from 3D surface-reconstructed images could be construed as a patient privacy issue under the provisions of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). But the ability to identify patients from their 3D facial images is still relatively low, according to a study presented at this week's Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM) meeting.June 7, 2007PACS/VNAImaging informatics shaped by evolving rolePROVIDENCE, RI - The role of imaging informatics in the healthcare delivery system is evolving, and the future will be characterized by trends such as an increased emphasis on continuous process improvement and a new, more defined role for regional health information organizations (RHIOs), according to the opening presentation at this week's Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM) annual meeting.June 6, 2007Image ProcessingImage postprocessing boosts performance of multidetector CT coronary angiographyInteractive image display methods for multidetector CT coronary angiography exams yield higher diagnostic accuracy than prerendered images, according to an article in the June issue of Radiology. The research team sought to retrospectively evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of multidetector CT angiography in detecting significant stenoses using various image processing method.May 30, 2007Image ProcessingNavigating the economics and billing of advanced visualizationSetting up a 3D/advanced processing laboratory can bring a host of clinical and financial benefits, but practices must be careful to appropriately handle billing issues with 3D rendering and image postprocessing.May 16, 2007PACS/VNAVigilance key to managing risk in the digital worldWhile converting to a digital environment offers a number of benefits, it also introduces new risks for medical liability. Risk prevention and patient safety programs are the best strategies for avoiding malpractice liability as institutions go digital.May 14, 2007UltrasoundED physicians can screen for AAA, study findsEmergency physicians are capable of handling ultrasound screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), according to researchers from Yale University in New Haven, CT. The group studied the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of screening performed by emergency physicians on at-risk patients.May 6, 2007UltrasoundContrast media add valuable information in US applicationsATLANTIC CITY - Ultrasound contrast media is useful in many radiological applications and helps clinical practice, according to Dr. Yuko Kono of the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). She spoke Thursday during a session at this week's 2007 Leading Edge in Diagnostic Ultrasound conference.May 3, 2007Previous PagePage 297 of 388Next PageTop StoriesCTSCCT: Higher exposure to air pollution linked to higher CACSThere are a number of factors that could contribute to heart disease caused by pollution, according to an SCCT presentation.CTSCCT: Saurabh Jha on what trainees can expect starting out in cardiac CTCTSCCT: CCTA identifies underlying heart disease in firefightersCTSCCT: AI-driven CAC grading significantly cuts scoring timeSponsor ContentYou think ahead. We innovate ahead.
