Automate clinical processes and detect anomalies human eyes cannot with AI and machine learning Key Takeaways: Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) can be used by radiologists, pathologists, and oncologists for diagnosis, segmentation, classification, and other medical applications Minute changes that are often missed by the human eye can be detected with…
Key Takeaways: The technology revolution of the last 20 years has spurred an evolution in cardiac imaging Among current trends is a greater role for radiologists in outpatient imaging, taking over some of the diagnostics normally performed by cardiologists As new, safer, and more helpful imaging tests have been developed, older technologies have fallen…
The FDA has amended the classification of medical imaging devices and functions, including PACS. Key Takeaways: The changes enacted by the 21st Century Cure Act have resulted in alteration of the legal definition of “device” The eight FDA device reclassifications so far affect image storage devices, picture archiving and communication systems (PACS), and…
From greater use of 3D modeling to point-of-care devices, medical imaging continues to evolve Key Takeaways: Medical science is not like Star Trek yet, but medical imaging marches forward in the quest to provide deeper, clearer images of the human body Medical imaging began with the microscope, where cells were viewed for the…
3D holograms eased the way for removal of a rare lesion in a dangerous location Key Takeaways: Presented with a 13-year-old girl with numerous heart problems that required precision surgery, cardio surgeons at Niklaus Children’s Hospital employed 3D imaging technology Mixed reality tools allowed surgeons to precisely plan cuts to remove a tumor…
Creating digital 3D models of patients’ areas of interest can not only be used to garner informed consent but also as a surgery preparation aid — resulting in reduced chances of legal confrontations Key Takeaways: Healthcare professionals are comparatively more vulnerable to getting into legal trouble due to by patients who feel they…
By literally providing a floating map of the targeted area, surgeons can be quicker and more precise. Key Takeaways: Holographic 3D models provide a way for healthcare providers to obtain a complete and accurate view of anatomical features These 3D models help surgeons plan surgery with pin-point accuracy and allow them free use…
Patient-specific 3D anatomical modeling is your pathway to better surgical outcomes Key Takeaways: Patient-specific 3D anatomical models help surgeons better understand and plan surgeries Technology can now help us easily visualize patient-specific anatomical models by using MRI and CT scans Every patient needs individual attention before and during surgery, and patient-specific 3D anatomical…
3D virtual models superimposed on patients via virtual reality headsets are helping surgeons perform better surgeries Key Takeaways: The current way of performing surgery means surgeons have to look back and forth between their computer screens and patients during the procedure Augmented Reality can help surgeons perform surgeries more conveniently by giving them…
The advent of digital 3d modeling techniques can help medical students improve anatomical comprehension and surgical training Key Takeaways: Many medical students struggle to gain a proper understanding of anatomical structures and their spatial relationships, and 3D technology can be leveraged to neutralize this problem When students engage with 3D holographic models built…