Medical devices and imaging technology
Medical devices and imaging technology in healthcare comprise an array of instruments from simple tools to complex machinery for diagnosing, treating and monitoring diseases. Combining engineering, physics and computer science, medical devices and imaging technologies have become essential to enhancing the accuracy of diagnoses and the effectiveness of treatments.
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16 Oct 2024
Exploring emerging breast cancer screening tools, technology
New breast cancer screening tools, ranging from 3D mammography to AI-assisted screening analysis play a critical role in the evolving breast cancer screening landscape. Continue Reading
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08 Oct 2024
FDA authorizes combined at-home flu, COVID-19 tests outside EUA
The Healgen Rapid Check COVID-19/Flu A&B Antigen Test is the first combined at-home flu and COVID tests to be authorized by the FDA through traditional premarket review. Continue Reading
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01 Nov 2022
How the Global Helium Shortage Will Impact Medical Imaging
As the global helium shortage continues, healthcare professionals are increasingly anxious about its impacts on medical imaging, specifically MRIs. Continue Reading
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27 Oct 2022
Philips’ New Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Medical Imaging Application
Royal Philips received FDA clearance for a new artificial intelligence-enabled medical imaging system to assist with radiation therapy of soft tissue tumors. Continue Reading
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24 Oct 2022
How Portable, Compact Ultrasounds Can Enhance Patient Care, Provider Workflows
The rise of portable compact ultrasounds may help enhance patient care, reduce costs, and streamline provider workflow. Continue Reading
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21 Oct 2022
Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Launched
After the FDA finalized its ruling in August, a medical device company officially launched its over-the-counter hearing aids. Continue Reading
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20 Oct 2022
GE Healthcare's Deal to Boost Supply of Medical Imaging Contrast Agents
GE Healthcare entered a new multi-year arrangement with the Chilean mining company, Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile, to increase their iodine supply and reduce contrast agent shortages. Continue Reading
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13 Oct 2022
Clinical Trial Reconsiders the Effectiveness of Colonoscopies
A landmark clinical trial indicated that colonoscopies failed to reduce the risk of cancer-related death for patients, prompting questions about their value in preventive care. Continue Reading
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11 Oct 2022
PET Scans Vary in Detection of Amyloid Plaques
A recent study published in JAMA Neurology found that PET scans vary in detecting amyloid plaques across different races. Continue Reading
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06 Oct 2022
Google Cloud’s New Interoperable Medical Imaging Suite
Google Cloud dropped its new medical imaging suite that combines artificial intelligence, cloud storage, and machine learning to help providers build their own algorithms for identifying cancers. Continue Reading
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04 Oct 2022
FDA Approves New Imaging Agent for Prostate Cancer
On September 27, 2022, the FDA approved a new drug application for 18F-rhPSMA-7.3, an imaging agent to detect prostate cancers. Continue Reading
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03 Oct 2022
Consumers, Providers, and Caregivers Drive Diagnostic Wearables Market
According to a survey conducted by Molex Incorporated, providers, consumers, and in-home caregivers drive the diagnostic wearable device markets. Continue Reading
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03 Oct 2022
Cloud-Based Image Sharing May Facilitate Better OB/GYN Care
A Dutch multinational conglomerate corporation developed a new Cloud-based image-sharing technology, FetView, to facilitate better OB/GYN care, communication, and savings. Continue Reading
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30 Sep 2022
Artificial Intelligence Tools Detect Pathologies on Chest X-Rays
In a recent publication, an artificial intelligence diagnostic tool detected pathologies on chest X-rays as well as human radiologists. Continue Reading
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29 Sep 2022
FDA Approves New MRI Contrast Agent for Nervous System Imaging
The FDA approved Bracco Diagnostics’ gadopiclenol injection for use with MRI in adults and pediatric patients, as a contrast agent shortage continues to affect medical imaging in the United States. Continue Reading
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27 Sep 2022
How Can Radiologists Implement More Sustainable Healthcare Practices
In a recent publication in Academic Radiology, researchers recommended ways radiologists can implement sustainable healthcare practices to reduce environmental impacts on health. Continue Reading
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26 Sep 2022
New Remote Patient Monitoring Technology for Sleep Apnea Announced
In a recent press release, a new remote patient monitoring technology for sleep apnea was announced by Silent Night Therapy. Continue Reading
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26 Sep 2022
How Can MRIs Advance Understanding of Placenta Health
A recent article in Plos One shared how researchers have been able to use MRIs to advance their understanding of placenta health for better prenatal care. Continue Reading
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23 Sep 2022
How Postmortem MRI with CT Compared to Traditional Autopsy
Researchers in a BMC Pediatrics publication determined how postmortem MRI with CT compares to traditional autopsy and found a high concordance. Continue Reading
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22 Sep 2022
Researchers Use Novel Medical Imaging System to Study Concussion Damage
Medical researchers at the Uniformed Services University (USU) used GE’s Microstructure Anatomy Gradient for Neuroimaging with Ultrafast Scanning (MAGNUS) to investigate previously undetectable concussion damage indicators. Continue Reading
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20 Sep 2022
FDA Granted SirPlux Duo Drug-Coated Balloon Breakthrough Designation
In a recent press release, Advanced NanoTherapies announced that the FDA granted its SirPlux Duo Drug-Coated Balloon, used to treat coronary artery disease, Breakthrough Device Designation. Continue Reading
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20 Sep 2022
How Continuous Glucose Monitors Have Impacted Chronic Disease Management
Continuous glucose monitors have impacted chronic disease management for patients with diabetes and clinicians by providing additional insight into blood sugar changes. Continue Reading
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19 Sep 2022
New Medical Device Seeks FDA Clearance and New Target Population
A California-based company’s new smart ring, curated especially for older female consumers, is shaking up the medical device industry and the traditional product design approach to seeking FDA clearance. Continue Reading
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16 Sep 2022
Temperature-Controlled Radiofrequency Device Improves Nasal Obstruction
A recent investigation found that treatment with a temperature-controlled radiofrequency device sustained improvements for patients with nasal airway obstruction over 12 months. Continue Reading
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14 Sep 2022
Oral and Temporal Thermometer Readings Differ in Black Patients
A research letter published in JAMA Network Open found that oral and temporal thermometer readings differed in Black patients but not in White patients. Continue Reading
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12 Sep 2022
FDA Announces Malfunctions in Abbott’s MitraClip Device
A recent FDA press release announced malfunctions in Abbott’s MitraClip device after the company issued an urgent medical device correction. Continue Reading
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07 Sep 2022
FDA Recalls Philips BiPAP and CPAP Machine Masks
The FDA recalls Phillips Respironics masks for BiPAP and CPAP machines due to interferences with other medical devices. Continue Reading
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12 Aug 2022
For-Profit Dialysis Facilities: A Hindrance to Transplant Status
A recent publication in JAMA Network Open found that pediatric patients cared for in for-profit dialysis facilities had extended the time to transplant and waitlist. Continue Reading
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18 Jul 2022
Racial Differences in Pulse Oximeter Performance May Lead to Inequity
A recent publication in JAMA Internal Medicine found that racial differences in pulse oximeter performance may contribute to worsening healthcare inequity. Continue Reading
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12 Jul 2022
AI Smartphone App Assists in Assessing Stool Form
A newly developed smartphone app by researchers at Cedars–Sinai Medical Center helps assist in stool form assessment using artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Continue Reading
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28 Jun 2022
Smartphone Apps’ Impact on the COVID Pandemic
A recent study in Nature analyzed smartphone apps’ impact on the COVID pandemic. Continue Reading
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20 Jun 2022
AHN Announces Clinical Study Using DBS to Treat Opioid Addiction
Early last week, clinicians at Alleghany Health Network (AHN) announced plans to conduct a clinical study on using deep brain stimulation (DBS) to treat opioid addiction. Continue Reading
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08 Jun 2022
Novel Micro Device Simplifies IVF, Male Subfertility
An Australian research team has developed a novel micro device to simplify in vitro fertilization (IVF) associated with low sperm counts. Continue Reading
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07 Jun 2022
Abbott’s Continuous Glucose Monitor System Obtains Highest Accuracy in a Clinical Study
Abbott’s next-generation continuous glucose monitor (CGM) system, FreeStyle Libre 3, obtains the highest 14-day accuracy in a clinical study. Continue Reading
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06 Jun 2022
Penn Medicine Researchers Discover Coupled Imaging Technique to Detect Lung Cancer Sooner
Penn Medicine researchers have discovered a coupled imaging technique that detects lung cancer sooner at the cellular level during biopsies. Continue Reading
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01 Jun 2022
RoddyMedical Launches Medical Line Securement Device Invented by Wisconsin Nurse
RoddyMedical announces the launch of a medical line securement and tension mitigation device, SecureMove-TLC, designed for acute care patient safety and mobility. Continue Reading
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17 Mar 2022
Medtronic's Medical Device Boosts Polyp Detection in Colonoscopy
The adenoma miss rate (AMR) was notably lower when providers used the medical device technology, GI Genius, during a colonoscopy than a non-AI-assisted colonoscopy. Continue Reading