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Breast
Outdoor work linked to lower risk of breast cancer
Working outdoors may come with the benefit of a lower risk of breast cancer, according to a study published on February 1 in Occupational & Environmental Medicine. Researchers found working outdoors for decades was tied to a lower breast cancer risk for women ages 50 or older.
February 3, 2021
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Womens Imaging
AuntMinnie.com Women's Imaging Insider
February 1, 2021
Industry News
FDA asks Nanox for more info on x-ray system
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has asked x-ray technology company Nanox Imaging to provide more information on its single-source Nanox.ARC system as part of its 510(k) clearance for the product, according to a February filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commissions.
February 1, 2021
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Breast
Review supports surgical excision for FEA breast lesions
There's enough evidence to support surgical excision of flat epithelial atypia (FEA) breast lesions, according to a meta-analysis published on January 22 in Radiology: Imaging Cancer. These types of benign breast lesions were upgraded to cancer 5% of the time in the new study.
January 24, 2021
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Ultrasound
Ultrasound shows lymph node changes after COVID-19 vaccine
Breast ultrasound was used to demonstrate signs of lymph node enlargement in four cases of patients who received the COVID-19 vaccine. Radiologists from NewYork-Presbyterian published the case studies on January 18 in Clinical Imaging.
January 21, 2021
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Breast
USPSTF readies update to breast screening guidelines
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has published the draft research plan it will use to update its mammography screening guidance. The plan is the first step to issuing new USPSTF breast screening recommendations, which can affect how private insurers reimburse screening.
January 20, 2021
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Ultrasound
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January 20, 2021
CT
Can CT provide a better map of breast density?
An international research team used dozens of CT images to map breast density in a January 16 study published in Medical Physics. Their technique could lead to more accurate radiation dose estimates and improved breast cancer risk models.
January 20, 2021
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MRI
Can MRI-guided breast biopsy evaluate chemo response?
MRI-guided breast biopsy looks like a promising method to evaluate complete response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy in women with breast cancer, according to the findings of a pilot study published January 15 in JAMA Network Open.
January 18, 2021
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Mammograms for inpatients could boost screening rates
Offering mammograms to low-income patients during an inpatient hospital stay could boost screening rates, according to the findings of a small pilot study published on January 11 in the Annals of Family Medicine.
January 14, 2021
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Possible Loss of Screening Coverage Will Impact Radiology Practices
In a new column, Sandy Coffta of Healthcare Administrative Partners describes how a U.S. Supreme Court decision could affect future coverage of cancer screening services.
Naeotom Alpha is Siemens' new dual-source PCCT scanner. Image courtesy of Siemens Healthineers.
RSNA 2024
New PCCT scanners, Sequoia upgrade headline Siemens introductions at RSNA 2024
Heart
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Convolutional neural network improves coronary CTA
Heart Infection
Molecular Imaging
New SPECT-based coronary risk score developed for women
Canon's Galan 3T / Supreme Edition MRI scanner. Image courtesy of Canon Medical Systems.
RSNA 2024
Canon features new MRI scanner, AI, CT enhancements at RSNA 2024
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Possible Loss of Screening Coverage Will Impact Radiology Practices
By Sandy Coffta
In a new column, Sandy Coffta of Healthcare Administrative Partners describes how a U.S. Supreme Court decision could affect future coverage of cancer screening services.
December 6, 2024
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New PCCT scanners, Sequoia upgrade headline Siemens introductions at RSNA 2024
By Erik L. Ridley
Siemens Healthineers spotlighted its new expanded photon-counting CT portfolio and the latest version of its Acuson Sequoia ultrasound scanner at RSNA 2024.
December 6, 2024
Naeotom Alpha is Siemens' new dual-source PCCT scanner. Image courtesy of Siemens Healthineers.
Convolutional neural network improves coronary CTA
By Kate Madden Yee
Use of a convolutional neural network trained with photon-counting CT data improves the image resolution of coronary CT angiography (CTA) exams.
December 6, 2024
Heart
New SPECT-based coronary risk score developed for women
By Will Morton
A new risk score based on SPECT imaging and other variables can accurately predict risks for women of major adverse cardiovascular events.
December 6, 2024
Heart Infection
Canon features new MRI scanner, AI, CT enhancements at RSNA 2024
By Erik L. Ridley
A new version of its 3-tesla MRI scanner, AI technologies, and CT technology improvements were among the highlights for Canon at RSNA 2024.
December 6, 2024
Canon's Galan 3T / Supreme Edition MRI scanner. Image courtesy of Canon Medical Systems.
Simple filtration system removes iodinated contrast from wastewater
By Kate Madden Yee
A relatively simple toilet filtration system removes iodinated contrast agents from wastewater, according to research findings presented at RSNA 2024.
December 6, 2024
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Philips highlights AI automation, cloud at RSNA 2024
By Erik L. Ridley and Liz Carey
Philips brought a range of new AI-enhanced offerings to RSNA 2024 aimed at bolstering efficiency and improving workflows for radiologists and radiologic technologists.
December 5, 2024
BlueSeal 1.5-tesla MRI scanner.
Clinical utility study confirms need for strong AI oversight
By Liz Carey
Large-scale Hofstra Northwell analysis of the correctness rate of radiologists was deemed statistically significant in comparison to AI findings in PE diagnosis.
December 5, 2024
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AI chatbots tested on patient questions about Lu-177 PSMA-617
By Will Morton
AI chatbots have considerable potential to answer common patient questions about theranostics treatments but struggle with the complexity of the topic.
December 5, 2024
Chatgpthead
Video from RSNA 2024: How rads can handle election results
By Erik L. Ridley
In a wide-ranging interview, Saurabh Jha, MD, discusses his recent trip to Nepal, the controversy over whole-body MRI screening, and how radiologists can handle the recent presidential election results in the U.S.
December 5, 2024
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The 2024 PACSMan Awards: Show me the money
By Michael J. Cannavo
Michael J. Cannavo, aka the PACSMan, doles out his annual PACSman Awards for RSNA 2024.
December 5, 2024
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GE HealthCare targets precision care, workflow improvements
By Erik L. Ridley and Kate Madden Yee
A new SPECT/CT system and a range of AI technologies aimed at improving operational efficiencies were among the highlights for GE HealthCare at RSNA 2024.
December 5, 2024
GE HealthCare's new Aurora dual-head SPECT/CT scanner. Image courtesy of GE HealthCare.
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