Dear AuntMinnie Member,
Is there anything artificial intelligence (AI) can't do? Our top story for the past week is coverage of a fascinating study in which researchers from China developed an AI algorithm that creates x-ray-like images from ultrasound scans.
Why not just use x-ray? The researchers pointed out that the AI-generated images could be useful for some patients who are particularly sensitive to radiation, such as children who might need to be monitored on an ongoing basis for scoliosis progression.
Find out how the algorithm works in an article in our Ultrasound Community. And while you're there, check out our coverage of the latest research on the following:
- A homegrown ultrasound phantom cooked up from ingredients you would find in your kitchen
- Liver biopsy guided by contrast-enhanced ultrasound is more effective than guidance under conventional ultrasound
- A prediction model that uses contrast ultrasound can help predict prostate cancer risk in men
PET for Alzheimer's
Meanwhile, researchers from Canada used PET with a combination of radiopharmaceuticals to assess beta amyloid and tau markers in people who might be at risk of progressing to long-term cognitive decline -- before they even show signs of cognitive impairment.
They found that PET scans were able to identify which individuals were at risk of long-term cognitive decline that could progress to Alzheimer's disease. Learn more in an article in our Molecular Imaging Community.
AI webinar on Aug. 10
Finally, have you registered yet for our free webinar on getting paid for AI in radiology, scheduled for 4 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, August 10? If not, we still have seats available ... as always, registration is free.
