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'Cybersecurity vulnerability' spurs FDA recall of GE HealthCare image viewers

The recall is due to an issue with the software that could make the viewer vulnerable to security threats and data manipulation.

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Not all AI is created equal—experts caution against 'useless' applications

“If we are not careful, we run the risk of spending more time admiring these novelty-driven tools than advancing the real frontiers of radiology.”

Afnan Tariq, MD, JD, FSCAI, FACC, an interventional cardiologist, assistant clinical professor of medicine at University of California, Irvine, presented first-in-man data on a passive, device-agnostic artificial intelligence (AI) platform for heart failure monitoring using consumer wearables at the recent Technology and Heart Failure Therapeutics (THT) 2026 meeting. The study showed the AI could help lower repeat hospitalizations.

AI turns wearable device data into actionable insights for heart failure patients

Afnan Tariq, MD, discusses early data on a passive, device-agnostic AI platform for heart failure monitoring. “When clinicians are empowered with insights and able to act earlier, you're able to have a durable impact," he said.

AI model could help providers choose more appropriate imaging exams

The model was trained on guideline-adherent data specific to clinical scenarios that would prompt a provider to order medical imaging.

Amir Lerman, MD, a veteran cardiologist with Mayo Clinic, died unexpectedly on Feb. 23. He was 69 years old.

Pioneer cardiologist Amir Lerman remembered as a ‘true giant’ of the specialty

Lerman, who spent nearly 40 years with Mayo Clinic, was especially influential in the treatment of nonobstructive CAD.

Court affirms death sentence for Texas nurse who intentionally killed patients

A jury sentenced the former cardiovascular ICU nurse to death for intentionally murdering multiple heart patients. In one TV interview, he said the power associated with the murders became "an addiction" over time.

Radiologists support bipartisan bill to fund new residency programs in rural areas

The American College of Radiology, alongside over 30 other organizations, voiced “strong support” for the bill on March 16.

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Telix submits new brain imaging agent for FDA review following previous rejection

The Australia-based company has resubmitted its New Drug Application for Pixclara, an investigational PET product.

Shortage of cardiac amyloidosis radiotracers should ease in late March

However, the regular supply of these imaging radiotracers may not be back online for another few months.

Experts develop first-of-its-kind fully robotic MRI-compatible system for neurosurgery

BrainBot's development represents a significant step forward for image-guided interventional procedures, as fully robotic neurosurgical devices are not designed to be MRI-compatible.

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FDA clears new large-bore catheter for challenging stroke cases

The newly cleared device was built to provide support, trackability and stability during the treatment of time-sensitive stroke patients.

High costs may be keeping working-age heart patients from seeking care

When working-age adults develop cardiovascular disease, it often ends up eating up a significant amount of their income. Are insurance companies doing enough to help these patients?

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'Cybersecurity vulnerability' spurs FDA recall of GE HealthCare image viewers

The recall is due to an issue with the software that could make the viewer vulnerable to security threats and data manipulation.