AI Could Boost Clinical Adoption of Chest DDR – Radiography

Image: AI could help chest DDR achieve clinical adoption (Photo courtesy of 123RF) For diagnosing lung conditions, healthcare professionals typically rely on chest X-rays and pulmonary function tests (PFTs), which provide a snapshot of lung health. However, these traditional methods only offer a limited static assessment. Recent advancements have highlighted chest dynamic digital radiography (DDR)…

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Deep Learning Framework Detects Fractures in X-Ray Images With 99% Accuracy – Radiography

Image: Deep learning enables faster, more accurate decisions on shoulder abnormalities treatment (Photo courtesy of 123RF) Globally, 1.7 billion people suffer from musculoskeletal conditions, which can cause significant pain and disability. These conditions often require quick and accurate diagnosis and treatment decisions, particularly in emergency scenarios. Although deep learning technologies have been explored for aiding…

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Direct AI-Based Medical X-Ray Imaging System a Paradigm-Shift from Conventional DR and CT – Radiography

Image: AIxScan leverages cutting-edge AI and hardware advancements to redefine X-ray imaging (Photo courtesy of AIxSCAN) A groundbreaking intelligent tomosynthesis X-ray imaging system aims to seamlessly blend the capabilities of digital radiography (DR), computerized tomography (CT), and the expertise of a seasoned radiologist in one smart package. This integrated system could deliver accountable and consistent…

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Chest X-Ray AI Solution Automatically Identifies, Categorizes and Highlights Suspicious Areas – Radiography

Image: Augmento X-Ray reduces radiologist workload by an impressive 30-50% (Photo courtesy of DeepTek.ai, Inc.) Chest radiography is the predominant imaging tool employed in routine clinical practices and is crucial for detecting various diseases. Annually, 3.5 billion X-rays are conducted, with 1.5 billion of these specifically for chest exams. Given this high volume, accurate interpretation…

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3D Human GPS Powered By Light Paves Way for Radiation-Free Minimally-Invasive Surgery – Radiography

Image: LumiGuide enables doctors to navigate through blood vessels using light instead of X-ray (Photo courtesy of Philips) In vascular surgery, doctors frequently employ endovascular surgery techniques using tools such as guidewires and catheters, often accessing through arteries like the femoral artery. This method is known as an endovascular procedure. Historically, clinicians had to depend…

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AI Solution Provides Radiologists with ‘Second Pair’ Of Eyes to Detect Breast Cancers – Radiography

Image: AI markers highlight suspicious calcifications and soft tissue lesions together with an objective Region Score (Photo courtesy of ScreenPoint Medical) Mammography, a key tool in breast cancer screening, has proven effective in improving patient outcomes and reducing mortality by identifying breast cancers at an earlier, more manageable stage. Despite its effectiveness, it’s estimated that…

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AI Helps General Radiologists Achieve Specialist-Level Performance in Interpreting Mammograms – Radiography

Image: Saige-DX is a custom-built categorical AI system designed to assist in breast cancer screening (Photo courtesy of DeepHealth) Breast cancer, affecting one in eight women during their lifetimes, becomes far more treatable when detected early. The five-year relative survival rate for stage 1 breast cancer is an encouraging 99%, highlighting the importance of early…

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