Medical Imaging Articles
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Imaging Complex Cell Morphology: Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs)
MSCs exhibit specific morphology, which makes them unique compared to other cell types typically used in CLD. While forming spindle-shaped, elongated, and transparent cell projections, the MSCs can pose a significant challenge when it comes to imaging and subsequent image analysis. Many imaging systems on the market are simply not fit for precise detection of these unusual cell types. ...
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Protein Identification by Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Methods in protein identification Protein identification here refers to the accurate screening and identification of proteins using certain biochemical and physical methods. Traditional protein identification methods, including immunoblotting, comigration analysis of known or unknown proteins, and chemical sequencing of endopeptides, are complicated, time-consuming, and less accurate. Protein ...
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Computer Vision for Medical and Healthcare Imaging Solutions
There are a ton of practical uses for computer vision at present times. One industry where this technology is increasingly useful in healthcare. It is impossible to exaggerate the value of computer vision services in the medical field. Its methods continue to be used more widely since they have demonstrated excellent utility in numerous medical contexts, including surgical planning and medical ...
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How ML Will Disrupt the Future of Clinical Radiology
The use of computer vision in radiology may have advantages for both patients and medical facilities. However, some worry that machine learning (ML) may one day replace doctors because it can outperform them. The desire for increased efficiency and efficacy in clinical care has been the primary motivating reason behind the development of AI in medical imaging. Recent technological developments, ...
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“Reversed” Approach with Tryton in Main Vessel - Case Study
Presented patient had a tight Medina 1.1.1 RPL/PDA bifurcation lesion. Femoral access was obtained. Predilatation was performed with a 2.0/16mm NC balloon. A 2.5/3.0mm Tryton Side Branch Stent was chosen. Optimal positioning using the 4 radiopaque markers on the delivery system. After Tryton deployment in the PDA, the POT was performed with a semi-compliant 3.0/10mm balloon. A 3.0/18mm DES was ...
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Protect the Side Branch First Treating Complex Bifurcations - Case Study
This large LAD/D1 Medina 1.1.1 bifurcation lesion with complex anatomy needed a different treatment strategy than the provisional method to ensure the D1 remained protected when treating the LAD lesion. Aggressive predilatation of the D1 was performed with a 2.5/12mm NC balloon. A Tryton 2.5/3.0mm was positioned using the two middle markers of the delivery system. POT was performed with a ...
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Reusable Optics vs. Disposable Optics
Every visualization based product development process in the medical device industry is unique due to factors such as function, use, performance, and cost objectives. In some cases optical devices function stand-alone, while others are complementary to the primary device, impacting the way the development process unfolds. Broadly speaking, devices may be generally categorized as reusable or ...
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Finite Element Study of a Lumbar Intervertebral Disc Nucleus Replacement Device
Nucleus replacement technologies are a minimally invasive alternative to spinal fusion and total disc replacement that have the potential to reduce pain and restore motion for patients with degenerative disc disease. Finite element modeling can be used to determine the biomechanics associated with nucleus replacement technologies. The current study focuses on a new nucleus replacement device ...
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DR Systems and Vidar Partner to Ease the Transition to Digital Mammography - Case Study
DR Systems. Inc.. is a leading provider of integrated medical image management systems for hospitals and imaging centers. Co-founded in 1992 by practicing radiologist Murray Reicher, M.D.. the company has become one of the preeminent vendors in the PACS industry and serves facilities of all sizes, ranging from one of the smallest hospitals in the United States to large academic medical centers ...
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Rani is Opening Doors in Biosimilars, Challenging Humira and Others
San Jose-based Rani Therapeutics reported its fourth quarter and full-year 2021 financial results, as well as several corporate updates. The company hit major milestones this year, including the recent launch of the RaniPill High Capacity, which opens doors for significant developments in biosimilars. Rani has been on the radar of major life science investors for years. The company caught ...
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Monlab SL uses iPeak+ to obtain rapid results in drug testing
Monlab SL is a company dedicated to the service of the clinical diagnostic laboratory. They are providing a service according to the needs of hospitals, faculties, research centers, and clinical analysis. One of their business units is the marketing of reliable individual and multipanel blood and urine lateral flow tests. Monlab SL was looking for a reader that would analyze their lateral flow ...
By IUL S.A.
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Acibadem Hospitals Digital Pathology Project - Case study
Virasoft provides digital pathology systems that optimize the pathology workflow with digital slide management, slide viewing and quantitative image analysis for Acibadem Hospitals pathology laboratories. In partnership with Acibadem Hospitals and Virasoft, artificial intelligence projects are being developed for several cancer diagnosis. Digital Pathology System ViraCenter is an integrated ...
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Automatically Diagnosing HER2 Amplification Status for Breast Cancer Patients Using Large FISH Images
Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) is a technique that prepares acceptable results for molecular imaging biomarkers to precisely and dependably detect and diagnose disorders which are sign of cancers. Since contemporary manual FISH signal analysis is low-effective and inconsistent, it is an attractive research area to develop automated FISH image scanning systems and computer-aided ...
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Proximal Femur Responses to Sequential Therapy With Abaloparatide Followed by Alendronate in Postmenopausal Women With Osteoporosis by 3D Modeling of Hip Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DXA)
ABSTRACT Previous subgroup analyses from the ACTIVE trial in women with postmenopausal osteoporosis (NCT01343004) using three-dimensional (3D)-processing of dual X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scans indicated greater increases in total hip cortical volumetric bone mineral density (Ct.vBMD) and estimated indices of hip strength following 18 months of abaloparatide (ABL) versus placebo or ...
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Philips to further expand its image-guided therapy devices portfolio through acquisition of Vesper Medical
Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG; AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Vesper Medical Inc., a US-based medical technology company that develops minimally-invasive peripheral vascular devices. Vesper Medical will further expand Philips’ portfolio of diagnostic and therapeutic devices ...
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Go!Foton Gives Optical Zonu`s GPS Fiber Transport A Lift
GoFoton (www.gofoton.com) , a global photonics company with a strong presence in the optical communications industry, has recently announced that its Mobile Demo Vehicle (MDV) will now feature Optical Zonu’s (www.opticalzonu.com) GPS Over Fiber product line. The Go!Foton MDV, currently touring the US with live demonstrations of optical networking and connectivity solutions for carriers and ...
By GoFoton
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Go!Foton Gives Optical Zonu`s GPS Fiber Transport A Lift
GoFoton (www.gofoton.com) , a global photonics company with a strong presence in the optical communications industry, has recently announced that its Mobile Demo Vehicle (MDV) will now feature Optical Zonu’s (www.opticalzonu.com) GPS Over Fiber product line. The Go!Foton MDV, currently touring the US with live demonstrations of optical networking and connectivity solutions for carriers and ...
By GoFoton
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New Breast Imaging Technology: The Koning Difference
Revolutionizing breast cancer detection Breast cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in women in the United States and the second leading cause of cancer death in American women.1 It is also treatable if detected early enough. While there are various cancer detection modalities available, current breast imaging devices fail to expose as much as 35% of breast cancers and that number increases to ...
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Digital revolution in the healthcare industry
The Covid-19 pandemic has left a devastating mark on the US healthcare system. Struggling nurses and doctors have revealed the cracks that exist within the system and are demanding change to improve their lives and the well-being of their patients. A digital revolution has been started in the US healthcare industry, giving hope to those who have dedicated their lives to it. A medical trend ...
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I)Video Management (VM) for operating theatres: Is there a standard need?
Part 1: Identify the real need Today hospitals, and in particular operating theaters, have become hubs of innovation. There is a real proliferation of solutions, functions and various technologies, with manufacturers, resellers or suppliers offering tailor-made and sometimes scalable solutions. These solutions are often captive and proprietary and do not always allow you to compose your own ...
By ISIS S.A.S
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