Dermatologists increasingly rely on medical imaging modalities—especially but not solely ultrasound—to help diagnose complex and diverse skin disorders.
That number could rise to $6.75 million, depending on the number of patients who sign onto the class-action settlement levied against Virginia Mason Medical Center. The hospital does not admit to wrongdoing.
Chicago-based Rush University System for Health is collaborating with Suki on its development. The two previously partnered on a pilot for an AI clinician assistant, which has since been rolled out across the health system.
Philips is recalling all sizes of its Tack Endovascular System after 20 patient injuries were reported. Interventional cardiologists are urged to stop using the device immediately.
Images from traditional breast MRI (left) compared to FCI scanner images (right). Courtesy of University of Aberdeen.
Researchers involved in its development are hopeful that the scanner could eventually lead to improved outcomes in cancer patients who require surgery to remove malignant tissue.