December 14, 2017 — Siemens Healthineers introduced four new computed tomography (CT) scanners across two platforms at ...
December 13, 2017 — Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, introduced its new Aquilion Prime SP computed tomography (CT ...
Cordis, a Cardinal Health company, and Medinol recently announced U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of the EluNIR drug-eluting stent (DES) for the treatment of patients with narrowing or blockages to their coronary arteries. The EluNIR stent system is designed with a novel metallic spring tip and the narrowest strut width of any stent on the U.S. market, according to the companies, to help clinicians easily deliver this new DES in highly complex anatomy and disease.
Providing exceptional cardiovascular care for patients to achieve the best possible outcomes is the number one goal for ...
Emanuel Kanal, M.D., director of MRI services and professor of radiology and neuroradiology at the University of ...
The diagnosis and management of cardiovascular disease has long followed a familiar approach. Patients see their ...
AI Visualize Inc. debuted its new cloud-based artificial intelligence (AI)-based image analysis and viewing platform at the 2017 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Annual Meeting, Nov. 26-Dec. 1 in Chicago. The technology relies on evolution and deep learning algorithms to assess imaging data for diagnostically valuable information not readily apparent through conventional analysis, and transmits detailed 3-D/2-D renderings to users on any internet-enabled device. The technology assists physicians in making the most of today’s data-intensive images for more accurate and precise diagnoses. The advanced interactive platform supports X-ray, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), 3-D tomosynthesis and digital pathology images, and provides a full range of relevant virtual image analysis tools.
Cardiac positron emission tomography (PET) is growing in popularity among cardiologists because it provides the ability ...
GE Healthcare announced U.S. FDA 510(k) clearance of its new Air Technology, what it calls an industry-first suite of radiofrequency (RF) coils that enables total freedom in coil positioning and handling during a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan. The new coil design is 60 percent lighter than conventional coils, benefiting both patients and technologists, offers greater flexibility in all axes to help conform to patients’ anatomies and fits all patient ages, sizes and shapes.
Mayo Clinic researchers have shown a link between which type of oral anticoagulant a patient takes to prevent a stroke and increased risks of kidney function decline or failure.
VitalConnect Inc. announced its fifth 510(k) market clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the company’s existing Class 2 wearable biosensor, the VitalPatch. This clearance extends the wear duration for the VitalPatch by 25 percent from 96 hours (four days) to 120 hours (five days).
When performing radiofrequency (RF) ablation to treat cardiac arrhythmia, medical professionals must balance the safety ...
Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, demonstrated the Vantage Galan 3T XGO Edition with the all-new Saturn X Gradient, pending U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance, at the 2017 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting, Nov. 26 – Dec. 1 in Chicago. The Saturn X Gradient features an advanced strength of 45 mT/m (milliTesla per meter) to offer healthcare providers fast, higher-resolution imaging, while continuing to deliver streamlined workflow and patient comfort.
CorInnova Inc. recently announced it was awarded second prize in the “2017 InnoSTARS” life science competition for its EpicHeart soft-robotic heart assist device.
At the 2017 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Annual Meeting, Philips unveiled the IQon Elite Spectral CT, designed to provide clinicians with increased diagnostic certainty in every scan. The system, a new configuration of the world's first spectral detector-based computed tomography (CT) scanner, debuts a suite of features that will enhance the clinical benefits of the IQon platform to improve diagnostic confidence while enhancing the patient experience, and supporting the needs of emergency/trauma and oncology care.
Change Healthcare Cardiology Hemodynamics is an integrated hemodynamic monitoring system for monitoring vital signs and ...
Siemens Healthineers has launched teamplay Cardio, a new cardiology dashboard application within the Siemens Healthineers Digital Ecosystem. Part of teamplay — the company’s cloud-based network that enables access to metrics from a facility’s imaging fleet — this new application helps cardiology departments better understand their performance and status. teamplay Cardio uses actionable data to help identify precise starting points for planning and allocating resources to improve patient flow and physician efficiency.
November 25, 2017 — Here is a list of some of the key clinical trial presentations at the 2017 American Heart ...
December 7, 2017 — Stereotaxis Inc. announced it has received regulatory clearance from Health Canada for its e-Contact ...