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. 

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FDA clears GE Healthcare X-ray artificial intelligence aid for endotracheal tube placement

It’s part of a suite of solutions from the Chicago-based technology giant, embedded in mobile imaging devices to improve quality. 

November 17, 2021
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FDA clears software for enhancing CT, MR and X-ray images

Claritas claims its product can “significantly” bolster quality without altering images, helping docs diagnose faster and reduce bottlenecks

October 26, 2021

More than 99% of X-rays after knee replacement are unnecessary, costing healthcare millions

Gathering radiographs following an operation is common practice, but there is little data on the usefulness of these exams, experts wrote in The Knee. 

September 3, 2021
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FDA clears artificial intelligence algorithm for diagnosing osteoarthritis on knee X-rays

Radiobotics' software analyzes images of the joint, helping radiologists and orthopedists pinpoint common findings tied to the condition.

September 1, 2021
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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. 

August 25, 2021
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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. 

August 4, 2021

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

Can imaging results encourage more people to get vaccinated?

August 3, 2021
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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. 

July 22, 2021

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"This was an unneeded burden, which was solely adding to the administrative hassles of medicine," said American Society of Nuclear Cardiology President Larry Phillips.

SCAI and four other major healthcare organizations signed a joint letter in support of intravascular ultrasound. 

The newly approved AI models are designed to improve the detection of pulmonary embolisms and strokes in patients who undergo CT scans.

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