The software will be used for the triage and notification of intracranial hemorrhage (ICH), pulmonary embolism (PE) and c-spine fractures identified on CT imaging.

The Norwegian Air Ambulance Foundation is using a newly acquired five-bladed H145 helicopter to develop and test the technology and hopes to have a CT scanner implemented into it in the next four to five years. 

GE previously indicated that the iodinated contrast shortage would resolve by the end of June.

Experts observed significantly reduced pneumothorax and pulmonary hemorrhage rates of 8% and 6% when utilizing the method.

Beyond readmission, 32.9% of patients with increased pancreatic necrosis volumes required additional invasive interventions.

The alerts resulted in an overall reduction of CT scans—down to 29.8% from 38.6%—and increased PECARN guideline adherence.

In the June 29 announcement, the ACR revealed CMS said the additional evidence provided to them was “insufficient” to support the reconsideration of their non-coverage decision.

Two emerging MRI techniques show promise as all-in-one imaging tests for patients with pain in and below the lower back due to changes in the sacroiliac joint.