Ultrasound

Ultrasound, also referred to as sonography or diagnostic ultrasound, uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize soft tissue. Ultrasounds are frequently ordered to measure fetal anatomy during pregnancy, check for blood clots and to guide needle biopsy procedures of the breast, abdomen and pelvis. The imaging modality does not use any radiation to create images. Find news specific to cardiac ultrasound (echocardiography).

RadNet enters ultrasound AI, acquiring imaging vendor See-Mode Technologies
Founded in 2017, the Melbourne, Australia-based company offers software that analyzes breast and thyroid images, “producing fast and accurate radiology reports.”
Samsung invests in ultrasound imaging startup Exo, which has now raised $320M
Founded in 2015, Exo offers a portable platform that combines novel silicon-based hardware, “tightly coupled AI,” and “easy-to-use” collaborative software.
Predictive model uses 6 ultrasound features to differentiate between benign and malignant thyroid nodules
Once the model is further validated, it could help guide providers in determining how to manage thyroid nodules.
Which exam is best for supplemental imaging of women with dense breast tissue?
It is widely agreed that women with dense breast tissue should undergo supplemental imaging in addition to their routine mammogram screening, but the jury is still out on which modality is best for cancer detection in this group.
CDC investigating outbreak linked to contaminated ultrasound gel used in image-guided procedures
Authorities issued three recommendations for radiologists related to the issue, including avoiding the use of nonsterile US gels.

Sonus Medical systems ultrasound batch manufacturing

Proprietary mobile ultrasound system receives $2.1M in early funding

The remote system can be used anywhere and could provide access for patients in rural communities.

Breast cancer AI ribbon pink artificial intelligence

AI enhances diagnostic accuracy of breast cancer lesions found on ultrasounds

Despite a low 2% to 10% malignancy rate, biopsy is typically recommended when a BI-RADS 4A lesion is discovered in breast tissue.

Focused ultrasound may alleviate pain without drugs, study finds

Researchers from Virginia Tech uncovered physiological changes from altering the way the brain perceives pain.

Ultrasound mobile app developer launches colorful training tool

The artificial intelligence-powered aid is for educational and training purposes only.

Seno Medical Imagio breast imaging system.

AMA adds code to allow for reimbursement of opto-acoustic imaging modality

The new imaging modality was pioneered by Seno Medical for diagnosing breast cancer.

Marielle Scherrer-Crosbie, MD, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, discusses the latest trends in cardiac strain echo.

Interest in strain echo imaging is rising, but hurdles remain

Marielle Scherrer-Crosbie, MD, told Cardiovascular Business that the current lack of reimbursement for strain echocardiography has been a challenge for care teams.

FDA clears mini transducer capable of creating 3D ultrasound images

The X11-4t Mini from Philips Healthcare is 35% smaller than traditional models.

First-of-its-kind voice commands added to Fujifilm ultrasound systems

The feature effectively allows the ultrasound systems to operate hands-free.

Ultrasound

RadNet enters ultrasound AI, acquiring imaging vendor See-Mode Technologies

Samsung invests in ultrasound imaging startup Exo, which has now raised $320M

Predictive model uses 6 ultrasound features to differentiate between benign and malignant thyroid nodules

Which exam is best for supplemental imaging of women with dense breast tissue?

CDC investigating outbreak linked to contaminated ultrasound gel used in image-guided procedures