X-ray

Medical X-rays have mostly converted from film, to computed radiography (CR) that used individual plates to record each X-ray digitally that then had to be uploaded into a PACS, to what is the standard-of-care today with digital radiography (DR). DR X-ray which allows immediate digital transfer of images into a PACS for immediate review. X-rays are used to diagnose fractures, bone abnormalities, lung pathologies and tumors, as well as monitor pediatric growth, plan for surgery and treat oncology patients during radiation therapy. More detailed anatomical imaging, especially soft tissue imaging, is usually sent for advanced imaging with CT or MRI. X-ray, especially mobile DR systems, are a primary use case for artificial intelligence (AI) integration.

Mycoplasma pneumonia: Experts highlight imaging findings linked to the pediatric diagnosis
Following a recent surge of mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia cases, experts have issued new guidance to help providers quickly identify and treat the condition, with imaging playing a prominent role.
Generative AI increases efficiency, quality of radiology reports
Experts note that multimodal GenAI presents a “transformative opportunity” to increase the efficiency and accuracy of radiologist reporting.
Shift toward imaging outside the hospital could save billions
Harvard’s David A. Rosman, MD, MBA, explains how moving imaging outside of hospitals could save billions of dollars for U.S. healthcare.
Mexico, not China, is biggest tariff concern among radiology vendors
If 25% tariffs go into effect, it could have a big impact on the cost of medical imaging and radiotherapy systems, with many manufacturing facilities in Mexico.
PHOTO GALLERY: Medical imaging technology at RSNA 2024
Take a virtual tour around the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) meeting to see the sights and new technologies displayed across the vast exhibit hall floors.

Fujifilm signs nearly $10M, 10-year deal to outfit Navy fleet with digital X-ray systems

Under the contract, the Lexington, Massachusetts-based vendor will serve as the Navy's sole provider of digital radiography systems.

Playing sports such as baseball, tennis does not increase odds of OA visible on hand X-rays

Additionally, repetitive strain from a history of bat or racket sports wasn't associated with symptomatic osteoarthritis, experts reported recently.

Deep learning triages chest X-rays with tuberculosis, rivaling radiologists and pulmonary experts

The model accurately distinguishes active from recovered cases which may be particularly helpful in low-resource settings.

Flexible X-ray detector made with lead-free materials performs well in early tests

Researchers think their work could play an important role in the future of imaging technology.

Doctors hope X-ray comparisons can boost COVID-19 vaccination rates

Can imaging results encourage more people to get vaccinated?

Mobile health provider offering at-home X-rays and ultrasounds expands into new states

EZaccessMD offers teleconsults with board-certified physicians coupled with mobile diagnostics, hoping to help health plan holders limit costs on facility-based visits.

Radiologists interpret chest X-rays better with AI than without it

Deep learning assistance enhanced providers' accuracy in 80% of clinical findings, experts reported in The Lancet Digital Health.

Patient discussions—not X-ray results—should guide common forearm fracture treatment in older adults

Personalized medicine is key to ensuring those with distal radial fractures receive the best care possible, Michigan Medicine experts explained in JAMA Network Open.

X-ray

Mycoplasma pneumonia: Experts highlight imaging findings linked to the pediatric diagnosis

Generative AI increases efficiency, quality of radiology reports

Shift toward imaging outside the hospital could save billions

Mexico, not China, is biggest tariff concern among radiology vendors

PHOTO GALLERY: Medical imaging technology at RSNA 2024