X-ray markers may skew AI's ability to interpret extremity radiographs "Radiologists developing convolutional neural networks should recognize and preemptively address this pitfall," experts explained in AJR.Read more about X-ray markers may skew AI's ability to interpret extremity radiographs
Combined genetic testing for cardiomyopathies and arrhythmias yields positive results The new findings come from research to be presented at AHA Scientific Sessions 2021. Read more about Combined genetic testing for cardiomyopathies and arrhythmias yields positive results
Life expectancy lower among SAVR patients than the general public Should patients be undergoing SAVR earlier? Is poor follow-up care partially to blame? Read more about Life expectancy lower among SAVR patients than the general public
150 members of Congress pressure administration to fix surprise billing rule they say favors insurers Members of the GOP Doctors Caucus also recently wrote to the departments of HHS, Labor and Treasury to voice “deep concerns” over the issue. Read more about 150 members of Congress pressure administration to fix surprise billing rule they say favors insurers
CMS’ oncology alternative payment model reduced utilization of imaging services in Medicare The alternative payment model was associated with modest changes, including about 46 fewer imaging services used per 1,000 care episodes, experts wrote in JAMA. Read more about CMS’ oncology alternative payment model reduced utilization of imaging services in Medicare
Radiologist-backed imaging software firm Sirona Medical balloons fundraising total to $60M The San Francisco startup is creating a cloud-based radiology operating system it says can unify fragmented IT and simplify workflows. Read more about Radiologist-backed imaging software firm Sirona Medical balloons fundraising total to $60M
Noncontrast CT a cost-friendly alternative to select late-stroke patients for thrombectomy Using CT resulted in similar clinical and safety outcomes compared to advanced imaging, such as MRI and CT perfusion.Read more about Noncontrast CT a cost-friendly alternative to select late-stroke patients for thrombectomy
This is when you should sleep if you want to limit your risk of heart disease Going to bed after midnight, researchers found, may adversely impact heart health.Read more about This is when you should sleep if you want to limit your risk of heart disease
Machine learning helps scientists predict patients’ response to antidepressants Current trial-and-error approaches may force patients to suffer through severe depression for months, leading to loss of employment, marriage or life. Read more about Machine learning helps scientists predict patients’ response to antidepressants
Esteemed cardiologist dies unexpectedly—was known for his positive influence inside and outside the hospital He was known for both his monumental contributions to the world of interventional cardiology and his active life in the community. Read more about Esteemed cardiologist dies unexpectedly—was known for his positive influence inside and outside the hospital
