September 13th 2024
The use of a portable dual-energy X-ray detector in the ICU at one community hospital reportedly facilitated a 37.5 percent decrease in chest CT exams in comparison to the previous three months, according to research presented at the American Society of Emergency Radiology (ASER) meeting in Washington, D.C.
Gleamer's BoneView Gains FDA Clearance for AI-Powered Pediatric Fracture Detection
March 15th 2023The artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled software, which has a documented 91 percent sensitivity rate for detecting pediatric fractures, is reportedly the first AI fracture detection modality to receive FDA 510(k) clearance for use in the pediatric population.
Canon Medical Launches New CT and X-Ray Modalities at ECR 2023
March 2nd 2023The new launches include the 80/160-slice computed tomography (CT) scanner Aquilion Serve, which allows simultaneous previews of axial, lateral and AP views, and Celex, a multipurpose X-ray system that offers automated and customizable features to help maximize workflow efficiencies.
Emerging Considerations and Innovations with AI in Radiology
February 3rd 2023From enhanced image quality and workflow efficiencies to an improved patient experience and potential synergies wih enterprise cloud services, artificial intelligence continues to redefine possibilities in radiology.
ACR Offers Recommendations for Addressing 'Cost-Prohibitive' IDR Process in Radiology
January 20th 2023Noting the significant administrative fees for the Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) process of the No Surprises Act and onerous restrictions that have led to a nearly “non-existent” use of batching of disputed claims in radiology, the American College of Radiology (ACR) has sent formal recommendations to the United States Departments of Health and Human Services, Labor, and Treasury for addressing these issues.
Enjoying Quiet Moments Amid the Boilerplate Blather in Radiology Reporting
January 16th 2023Acknowledging the repetitive reality that accompanies productivity incentives and seemingly extraneous verbiage to satisfy certain insurance requirements in radiology, this author has developed an appreciation for filler-free brevity and quiet.
Deep Learning Model Predicts 10-Year Cardiovascular Disease Risk from Chest X-Rays
November 29th 2022Based on a single existing chest X-ray image, the deep learning model predicts future major adverse cardiovascular events with similar performance to an established risk scoring system and may help identify people for preventive use of statin medication.
Emergency Department Radiology: Study Shows Higher Imaging Orders by NPPs
November 11th 2022A new study of nearly 17 million emergency department (ED) visits by Medicare beneficiaries between 2005 and 2020 revealed the presence of non-physician practitioners (NPPs) was associated with a 5.3 percent increase in imaging.
Radiation Shielding System Gets Expanded FDA 510(k) Clearance
October 28th 2022The automated head-to-toe shielding device, which reportedly blocks over 90 percent of radiation scatter to interventional radiologists and other clinicians, is now compatible with Siemens Artis fluoroscopy C-arm systems.
Recognizing the Role of Enterprise Imaging in Handling and Protecting Sensitive Patient Information
October 19th 2022While facilitating interdisciplinary colloaboration is a central objective with enterprise imaging platforms, this author says implementation of these platforms must ensure optimal patient privacy in sensitive cases involving abuse, assault and domestic violence.
GE Healthcare Announces Moves to Bolster Supply of Iodinated Contrast Media for CT and X-Ray Imaging
October 14th 2022A multi-year agreement with a large Chile-based supplier of raw iodine is part of GE Healthcare’s commitment to increase the production of iodinated contrast media, commonly used in computed tomography imaging, by 30 million annually in 2025.
FDA Grants 510(k) Clearance to Chiropractic Straight Arm Radiography System
September 16th 2022Combining low-cost, high-resolution radiography with dynamic imaging capabilities and design attributes to optimize workflow efficiency, the Chiropractic Straight Arm system may enhance musculoskeletal imaging.