Cardiac Imaging

The cardiac imaging channel includes the modalities of computed tomography (CT), cardiac ultrasound (echocardiography), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear imaging (PET and SPECT), and angiography.

The Philips AAA Model integrates software and Philips 3-D ultrasound technologies into a single solution to automatically segment and quantify the size of the aneurysm sac for surveillance of known native and post-EVAR treated AAAs.
News | Ultrasound Imaging
Philips 3-D Ultrasound Offers New Surveillance Method for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms

January 27, 2021 — Philips Healthcare has introduced the Philips Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Model, providing ...

Time January 27, 2021
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More complex, longer interventional procedures such as structural heart interventions or this revascularization of a coronary chronic total occlusion (CTO) at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, requires angiography imaging systems that have improved image detail and lower radiation dose. However, purchase of new systems was put on hold by many hospitals in 2020 due to the sudden drop in elective procedures and diversion of resources due to the COVID-19. Photo by Dave Fornell.
Feature | Mobile C-Arms | By Bhvita Jani
Interventional Mobile C-arm and Angiography Markets Plummeted Amid COVID-19

With the postponement of non-essential elective surgeries and medical procedures in 2020 to conserve medical resources ...

Time July 07, 2021
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Coronary CT angiography images courtesy of Canon Medical Systems.
News | Computed Tomography (CT)
New Expert Consensus Document on Coronary CT Imaging of Atherosclerotic Plaque

January 18, 2020) — The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT), in collaboration with the North American ...

Time January 18, 2021
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Myocarditis among recovering COVID-19 athletes less common than previously reported
News | Cardiac Imaging
Cardiac MRI Shows Lower Degrees of Myocarditis in Athletes Recovered from COVID-19

January 11, 2021 — In a letter published in the December issue of the American Heart Association's medical journal ...

Time January 11, 2021
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Ultromics will offer its artificial intelligence driven EchoGo Pro as a stress-echo module in the EchoGo suite alongside EchoGo Core, its AI solution for automated systolic function and strain analysis. The EchoGo suite is a cloud-based service that uses artificial intelligence to fully automate the pathway to diagnosis, providing near-instant reports for clinicians without any need for physical software on site. #AI #AIhealthcare #AIecho
News | Artificial Intelligence
FDA Clears Ultromics Echocardiography AI for Auto Identification of Coronary Artery Disease

January 6, 2021 — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared Ultromics' EchoGo Pro, an artificial ...

Time January 06, 2021
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The solution, presented at RSNA20, features image fusion and endovascular 3D navigation
News | Mobile C-Arms
Ziehm Imaging and Therenva Jointly Present Mobile Hybrid Solution

November 30, 2020 — At this year's virtual RSNA congress, Ziehm Imaging showcases its leading portfolio of mobile C-arms ...

Time November 30, 2020
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AI Medic Inc. has obtained official product certification from the NIDS for its own medical video analysis software, AutoSEG
News | Cardiac Imaging
AI-based Cardiac CT Image Three-dimensional Analysis Fully Automated Medical Device

November 30, 2020 — AI Medic Inc. announced that it has obtained official product certification from the NIDS (National ...

Time November 30, 2020
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Dia's LVivo artificial intelligence software can help automate many features of echocardiograms to speed workflow and aid novice users. The software is now integrated into the Konica Minolta Exa PACS. 
News | Artificial Intelligence
Expanded AI-based Echocardiography Analysis and Reporting Added to Konica Minolta Exa Cardio PACS 

November 12, 2020 – Konica Minolta Healthcare Americas Inc. and DiA Imaging Analysis Ltd. jointly announce the expanded ...

Time November 12, 2020
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The use of cardiovascular computed tomography angiography (CCTA) is one of the areas that has seen a sudden increase in use and value since the start of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Feature | Cardiac Imaging | By Dave Fornell
COVID’s Impact and the Role of Cardiovascular CT

The use of cardiovascular computed tomography angiography (CCTA) is one of the areas that has seen a sudden increase in ...

Time November 12, 2020
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SCCT Releases New Guidelines for Cardiology and Radiology Trainees in Cardiovascular CT
News | Computed Tomography (CT)
SCCT Releases New Guidelines for Cardiology and Radiology Trainees in Cardiovascular CT

November 6, 2020 — The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT) has released a new training guideline ...

Time November 09, 2020
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News | Radiology Imaging
Radiologic Technologists Play Crucial Role in COVID-19 Diagnosis

November 9, 2020 — As COVID-19 continues to spread in communities throughout the country, Americans rely on radiologic ...

Time November 09, 2020
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Images show examples of false-positive aneurysms, including (a) bony structures and vessel bifurcation, (b) veins, (c) vessel curvatures, and (d) calcified plaques. Red box (d) indicates aneurysms annotated by radiologists, and the blue boxes indicate aneurysm candidates provided by the algorithm. Images courtesy of the Radiological Society of North America
News | Artificial Intelligence
AI Helps Detect Brain Aneurysms on CT Angiography

November 4, 2020 — A powerful type of artificial intelligence known as deep learning can help physicians detect ...

Time November 04, 2020
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Evaluation of the lung apices using computed tomography angiography of the head and neck during acute ischemic stroke (AIS) can provide the first objective opportunity to screen for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
News | CT Angiography (CTA)
Lung Scans for Stroke Patients Could Provide Earlier COVID-19 Detection

October 30, 2020 — Computed tomography angiogram (CTA) scans may offer fast and early detection of COVID-19 in acute ...

Time October 30, 2020
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This study found cardiac MRI gadolinium-based contrast agents are safe for patient use. Overall, there were only 556 acute adverse effects in 145,855 contrast-enhanced MRIs, with only 47 being classified as severe. 
Feature | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Cardiac MRI Contrast Agents Carry Low Risk of Adverse Events

October 29, 2020 — Contrast agents used to improve views of the heart on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) carry a very ...

Time October 29, 2020
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Kaplan-Meier curves for all-cause mortality in patients with versus without myocardial injury (Panel A) and in patients with versus without myocardial injury according to the presence or absence of major echocardiographic abnormalities (Panel B). *Includes wall motion abnormalities, global left ventricular dysfunction, diastolic dysfunction, right ventricular dysfunction and presence of pericardial effusion. Event rates are censored at 20 days from hospital admission. Images courtesy of Mount Sinai Health S
News | Ultrasound Imaging
Ultrasounds Show Impact of COVID-19 on the Heart

October 28, 2020 — Cardiac ultrasounds (also known as echocardiograms) are providing a view of the heart and the impact ...

Time October 28, 2020
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A sonographer at Northwestern Memorial Hospital using the Caption Health AI to optimize ultrasound imaging.
News | Ultrasound Imaging
Northwestern Medicine Introduces Artificial Intelligence to Improve Ultrasound Imaging

October 28, 2020 — Northwestern Memorial Hospital is the first hospital in the United States to purchase Caption Health ...

Time October 28, 2020
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The Vivid Ultra Edition, AI-powered cardiovascular ultrasound system is designed to shorten diagnostic exam time and improve measurement consistency
News | Cardiovascular Ultrasound
GE Healthcare Receives FDA Clearance for AI-powered Cardiovascular Ultrasound System

October 13, 2020 — GE Healthcare announced U.S. FDA 510k clearance for its Ultra Edition package on Vivid cardiovascular ...

Time October 13, 2020
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Enabling clinicians to prioritize comfort, safety and efficiency for optimal interventional radiology procedures, Canon Medical will showcase its Alphenix Sky + system at this year’s RSNA annual meeting.
News | Interventional Radiology
Alphenix Sky + from Canon Medical Delivers Flexibility, Speed and Comfort for Enhanced Interventional Procedures

October 9, 2020 — Enabling clinicians to prioritize comfort, safety and efficiency for optimal interventional radiology ...

Time October 09, 2020
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Siemens Healthineers has introduced a new version of its c.cam dedicated cardiac nuclear medicine system to the U.S. market. This single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) scanner with a reclining patient chair offers nuclear cardiology providers a low total cost of ownership, ease of installation, and a high level of image quality.
News | SPECT Imaging
Siemens Healthineers Debuts New Version of c.cam Cardiac SPECT System

September 30, 2020 — Siemens Healthineers has introduced a new version of its c.cam dedicated cardiac nuclear medicine ...

Time September 30, 2020
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Siemens Healthineers and WakeMed Health & Hospitals have established a 10-year, patient-focused, Value Partnership to innovate care delivery and improve patient outcomes through robotics initiatives, advanced imaging capabilities and artificial intelligence, along with provider and staff training.
News | Radiology Business
Siemens Healthineers and WakeMed Announce Innovative Relationship to Advance Care and Improve Outcomes

September 30, 2020 — Siemens Healthineers and WakeMed Health & Hospitals have established a 10-year, patient-focused ...

Time September 30, 2020
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