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.

Support system helps technologists correct knee X-ray errors, reducing exam retake rates

Reperforming lateral knee radiographs is common practice but consumes unnecessary resources and exposes patients to added radiation, experts explained in Radiography.

How to discuss routine X-ray shielding with patients: 2 views

A pair of Houston-based imaging providers shared their experience and best practices for managing one of the field's most controversial questions in JACR.

SIIM21: AI flips through abdominal X-rays to spot IVC filters due for removal

Inferior vena cava filters are designed as a temporary solution for patients at acute risk of pulmonary embolism, yet many stay in place far longer than required.

Heart X-ray tops FFR-guided stent placement in patients who’ve suffered a severe heart attack

Fractional flow reserve measurements did not yield better outcomes and proved more costly compared to imaging-guided stenting procedures, researchers reported during ACC21.

Artificial intelligence reads chest X-rays to predict severe COVID-19 case progression with 80% accuracy

NYU scientists developed their computer program using more than 5,200 radiographs gathered from 3,000-plus critically ill coronavirus patients treated at the institution.

Artificial intelligence shows promise spotting small bone fractures invisible to humans on X-rays

Michigan Medicine scientists helped design a deep convolutional neural network that could pinpoint nearly 91% of occult fractures on scaphoid radiographs.

Automated tool can help radiologists avoid overlooking wrist fractures on X-ray exams

The AI performed comparably to imaging experts and may best serve as a triage tool or additional reader to reduce the risk of missing a fracture.

Delivering chest X-rays through glass helps hospital save tens of thousands during pandemic

This novel technique allows one technologist to remain outside of the patient room, limiting PPE costs while keep staffers safe, expert reported.

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