Sectra’s interactive visualization table has been awarded the Dirk Bartz Prize for Visual Computing in Medicine 2015. The prize is awarded by the Eurographics Association, which organizes a biennial competition to acknowledge the contribution that computer graphics is playing in the medical field.

The novel Ga-68-PSMA-ligand positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) has substantially higher detection rates of prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) in patients with biochemical recurrence after radical prostatectomy, according to a recent study. Discovering a recurrence early can strongly influence further clinical management, so it is especially noteworthy that this hybrid PSMA-ligand identified a large number of positive findings in the clinically important range of low PSA-values (<0.5ng/mL).

Ikonopedia announced that its breast imaging reporting tools and Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) management system have been selected for use by BelleBridge, which provides telemedicine services for interpretations of breast screening and diagnostic examinations.

Ipsen announced the signature of an agreement to acquire OctreoPharm Sciences, a private German life sciences company developing innovative radioactive-labeled compounds for molecular imaging diagnostics and therapeutic applications. Ipsen plans to maintain the company location and staff to ensure successful transition of know-how and expertise. The company expects to complete its acquisition once closing conditions have been cleared.

Kareo announced the launch of its Apple Watch App. This most recent innovation extends the functionality of the company’s electronic health record (EHR) to Apple Watch, streamlining care delivery and enhancing the patient experience by improving communications, reducing patient wait times and increasing practice efficiency.

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