October 9th 2025
In a study involving over 500 patients, researchers noted that the CT-based AI software led to a 24 percent increase of evaluations for aortic abdominal aneurysms within six months of detection.
Can a New AI Tool Improve Detection of Incidental Pulmonary Embolism on CT?
February 22nd 2023Noting that only 25 percent of incidental emboli are identified in reporting of initial computed tomography (CT) exams, Avicenna.AI said the artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled CINA-iPE is geared toward detecting incidental pulmonary embolism (PE) on chest CT scans.
Can an Emerging Radiomics Model Improve CT Angiography Assessment of Heart Attack Risk?
February 14th 2023Derived from coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) images, a radiomics model demonstrated a 75 percent or greater area under the curve (AUC) in multiple test sets for identifying vulnerable plaque.
Could Photon Counting Reduce Iodinated Contrast Media for CT Angiography?
January 27th 2023Preliminary research suggests the use of photon-counting detector computed tomography (CT) may facilitate a 25 percent reduction of iodinated contrast media (ICM) in comparison to energy-integrating detector CT for angiographic imaging of the thoracoabdominal aorta.
Could an Emerging Deep Learning Modality Enhance CCTA Assessment of Coronary Artery Disease?
January 26th 2023Employing deep learning capabilities, the DeepVessel FFR reportedly provides enhanced non-invasive evaluation of coronary arteries through semi-automated analysis of coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) imaging.
Viz.ai Launches AI-Powered Vascular Imaging Software
January 16th 2023The artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled Viz™ Vascular Suite reportedly allows automated detection of vascular conditions, shown on computed tomography (CT) and other imaging modalities, and facilitates timely triage among interdisciplinary teams.
Philips Launches AI-Enabled 'Visualization Workspace' at RSNA
November 28th 2022Offering more than 70 clinical applications, the next-generation edition of the Advanced Visualization Workspace reportedly includes enhanced liver analysis and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered scoring of early brain infarction noted on computed tomography (CT) scans for patients with ischemic stroke.
Emergency Department Radiology: Study Shows Higher Imaging Orders by NPPs
November 11th 2022A new study of nearly 17 million emergency department (ED) visits by Medicare beneficiaries between 2005 and 2020 revealed the presence of non-physician practitioners (NPPs) was associated with a 5.3 percent increase in imaging.
New Computed Tomography System Offers Potential Benefits in Cardiac Imaging
November 9th 2022The recently launched Scenaria View Focus Edition computed tomography (CT) system features an advanced cardiac motion correction tool that reportedly provides significantly higher temporal resolution than conventional image reconstruction.
New Software Facilitates Use of Coronary CT Angiography Scans in Radiology Workflow
November 1st 2022Emphasizing ease of installation and a cloud-based service, Cleerly said its new Proxy software allows smooth transmission of coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) scans between interdisciplinary clinicians caring for patients with heart disease.
Deep Learning Improves CT Guidance for Revascularization of Coronary Total Occlusions
October 31st 2022Emerging research revealed that a deep learning model had a nearly twofold increase in successful segmentation and reconstruction of coronary total occlusions (CTOs) on coronary computed tomography angiogram (CCTA) and a 73 percent reduction in post-processing and measurement time in comparison to a conventional manual approach.
HeartFlow Garners FDA Clearances for Two AI-Powered Assessment Tools with CCTA
October 20th 2022Plaque Analysis and RoadMap Analysis, two artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled assessment products, may enhance clinical evaluation of coronary artery disease (CAD) on cardiac computed tomography angiography (CCTA).
Recognizing the Role of Enterprise Imaging in Handling and Protecting Sensitive Patient Information
October 19th 2022While facilitating interdisciplinary colloaboration is a central objective with enterprise imaging platforms, this author says implementation of these platforms must ensure optimal patient privacy in sensitive cases involving abuse, assault and domestic violence.