5 years later, TAVR still delivering strong results for intermediate-risk patients Researchers presented their findings at TCT 2021, noting that TAVR and surgery had similar mortality rates after five years. Read more about 5 years later, TAVR still delivering strong results for intermediate-risk patients
While promising, machine learning still misses 20% of cancers on breast MRIs, analysis shows New research recommends breast MRI for women with ATM, CHEK2 and PALB2 gene mutations. AI proved useful for detecting axillary lymph node metastases but isn’t yet ready for clinics, experts said recently.Read more about While promising, machine learning still misses 20% of cancers on breast MRIs, analysis shows
Icosapent ethyl lowers risk of ischemic events in CABG patients Researchers examined data from CABG patients who participated in the REDUCE-IT trial. Read more about Icosapent ethyl lowers risk of ischemic events in CABG patients
TAVR more cost-effective than surgery for low-risk patients, new 2-year study confirms The analysis, presented at TCT 2021, examined total costs after two years for more than 900 patients who underwent TAVR or SAVR.Read more about TAVR more cost-effective than surgery for low-risk patients, new 2-year study confirms
Mild COVID-19 infections not associated with long-term risk of heart damage The new study, published in JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging, suggests that asymptomatic individuals do not need to be screened after recovering from a mild COVID-19 diagnosis.Read more about Mild COVID-19 infections not associated with long-term risk of heart damage
Warming up CT contrast agents raises radiology department costs and few clinical benefits Checking the temperature of warming devices and maintaining equipment may not be entirely necessary, new research suggests.Read more about Warming up CT contrast agents raises radiology department costs and few clinical benefits
60% of radiologists surveyed oppose MARCA bill that could spur wider use of registered rad assistants The American College of Radiology polled providers on the proposed legislation, revealing the results during a recent town hall. Read more about 60% of radiologists surveyed oppose MARCA bill that could spur wider use of registered rad assistants
CMS to require COVID-19 vaccination at care facilities that accept Medicare, Medicaid by Jan. 4 Officials said the requirement applies to some 76,000 facilities employing more than 17 million healthcare workers across the U.S. Read more about CMS to require COVID-19 vaccination at care facilities that accept Medicare, Medicaid by Jan. 4
Star New York Mets pitcher says MRI positioning aggravated forearm strain Four-time All-Star Jacob deGrom spent 60 minutes on his stomach with elbow raised above his head and believes the awkward angle aggravated his injury. Read more about Star New York Mets pitcher says MRI positioning aggravated forearm strain
Radiology Business Management Association launches imaging charity targeting underserved patients The initiative pairs providers with Federally Qualified Health Centers, donating radiology services and gaining tax advantage in exchange. Read more about Radiology Business Management Association launches imaging charity targeting underserved patients
