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Mammo AI software yields workflow, economic benefits
By Erik L. Ridley
A computer-aided detection (CAD) algorithm based on artificial intelligence (AI) proved to be better than traditional CAD in helping radiologists detect breast cancer. The AI-based CAD could also improve efficiency and increase revenues, according to research presented at ECR 2019 in Vienna.
March 11, 2019
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MRI Interventions posts revenue gain, lower loss in Q4
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
MRI Interventions reported an increase in total revenue in its fourth quarter, and an improvement in net loss for the quarter and for 2018, citing record quarterly growth in its functional neurosurgery department.
March 10, 2019
Algorithm builds model of Alzheimer's brain changes
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Researchers used an online image analysis algorithm called volBrain with MRI scans to develop a computerized model that shows how Alzheimer's disease changes the human brain, according to a study by researchers from France and Spain published March 8 in Scientific Reports.
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Augmented reality cultivates early radiology education
By Abraham Kim
An interactive educational course that uses augmented reality technology to display MRI and CT scans on the user's body improved medical students' image-based understanding of anatomy more than traditional teaching methods did, according to recent research published in Anatomical Sciences Education.
March 10, 2019
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Siemens and MRI Interventions sign MRI deal
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Siemens Healthineers and MRI Interventions have signed an agreement that calls for the companies to integrate their respective technologies for MRI-guided surgical navigation and therapy procedures.
March 10, 2019
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Later PET/CT follow-up helps for oropharyngeal cancer
By Wayne Forrest
Using PET/CT for follow-up at a later interval than what's recommended by existing guidelines can potentially adjust the management of patients who have been treated for oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma, according to a study published online March 5 in the American Journal of Roentgenology.
March 10, 2019
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3D DEXA enhances hip fracture risk prediction
By Abraham Kim
Combining math-based models with 3D dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) models of the femur enabled clinicians to predict an individual's risk of hip fracture with an accuracy greater than that of standard DEXA and comparable to CT, according to an article published in the April issue of Bone.
March 10, 2019
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ACC: Physicians omit CT CAC scores in 50% of cancer cases
By Abraham Kim
Coronary artery calcium (CAC) scores from CT scans could help inform treatment decisions for cancer patients at risk of heart disease -- but the scores are only being reported 50% of the time, according to a presentation at the upcoming American College of Cardiology (ACC) meeting in New Orleans.
March 7, 2019
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Most radiology AI studies lack proper validation
By Erik L. Ridley
Radiology artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms must be properly validated on external image data before being used clinically for image analysis tasks. But most studies in the literature haven't performed this crucial step, according to research published in the March issue of the Korean Journal of Radiology.
March 7, 2019
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NEMA releases updated CT Dose Check standard
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has released an updated version of its CT Dose Check standard for CT scanners.
March 6, 2019
Optical imaging finds small tumors
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
A near-infrared imaging technology may be able to identify small cancers by tracking fluorescent probes deep in the body, according to research published March 7 in Scientific Reports.
March 6, 2019
FDG-PET/CT aids in melanoma treatment assessment
By Wayne Forrest
Researchers have developed a new FDG-PET/CT-based approach to better monitor the efficacy of immunotherapy for patients with metastatic melanoma, according to a study published in the March issue of the Journal of Nuclear Medicine.
March 6, 2019
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