Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a crucial component of healthcare to help augment physicians and make them more efficient. In medical imaging, it is helping radiologists more efficiently manage PACS worklists, enable structured reporting, auto detect injuries and diseases, and to pull in relevant prior exams and patient data. In cardiology, AI is helping automate tasks and measurements on imaging and in reporting systems, guides novice echo users to improve imaging and accuracy, and can risk stratify patients. AI includes deep learning algorithms, machine learning, computer-aided detection (CAD) systems, and convolutional neural networks.

Is AI just what the doctor ordered for the radiologist shortage? Yes and no
AI shines in radiology when tasked with interpreting images of patients whose odds of illness are either very high or very low. In these cases, the technology could help mitigate burnout and supplement staffing.
AI predicts pediatric cancer recurrence with impressive accuracy
Researchers have developed a deep learning model that can spot longitudinal changes in patients' brain imaging that could be indicative of cancer recurrence.
AI helps cardiologists terminate AFib for good with ablation
Advanced AI can provide real-time feedback to cardiologists, helping them deliver high-quality care.
Big-name healthcare orgs tap AI to improve breast imaging workflows
These moves come as healthcare organizations are increasingly seeking ways to integrate artificial intelligence into daily clinical duties.
Congress should relax budget neutrality to pay for imaging AI, industry lobbying group urges
"As the nation’s largest payer of healthcare, Medicare’s policies on coverage and payment for AI technologies are especially critical," AdvaMed says.

Radiology research activities down markedly during pandemic, RSNA COVID-19 task force says

The data can help department leaders better understand “discontinuity” in staff productivity and inform promotion considerations.

New hope for ‘mechanically dynamic’ tissue that’s been damaged

Mechanical engineers have developed injectable hydrogels that can fuse with frequently moving tissues—like those of the heart, muscles and vocal cords—to repair damage and restore function.

Printed ‘skin’ hastens healing, lessens scarring

Researchers have demonstrated the 3D bioprinting of artificial human skin so lifelike it can quickly fuse with damaged tissue from the surface (epidermis) through the midlevel (dermis) and into the underlying fatty layer (hypodermis).

‘Important step forward’: Automated echo scores vary less than sonographers’ measurements

This study brings light to the prospect of a "fully automated solution" for echocardiogram analysis, experts reported.

New machine learning model double-checks its own work for unpredictability on breast cancer imaging

Experts noted a "significant" reduction in false positives and false negatives using their modified machine learning model.

Nuance launches ‘Precision Imaging Network’ providing AI first reads to relieve overburdened docs

The platform runs on Azure, a cloud computing service operated by Microsoft, which recently announced plans to acquire Nuance for $20B.

ACR urges radiologists to take charge of artificial intelligence development, protect patient safety

The first federated learning experiment will kick off in early 2022, aiming to produce a “highly accurate” COVID-19 classification model through collaboration.

Notable regulatory approvals of emerging technologies over the past 30 days

Along with AI in its various iterations, the list may include virtual and augmented reality, 3D printing and visualization, robotics and other innovative technologies changing healthcare delivery.

Artificial Intelligence

Is AI just what the doctor ordered for the radiologist shortage? Yes and no

AI predicts pediatric cancer recurrence with impressive accuracy

AI helps cardiologists terminate AFib for good with ablation

Big-name healthcare orgs tap AI to improve breast imaging workflows

Congress should relax budget neutrality to pay for imaging AI, industry lobbying group urges