Aidoc gets FDA clearance for AI to detect unsuspected pulmonary embolism
The regulatory clearance would allow AIdoc’s system to be used to detect incidental pulmonary embolism, meaning that it could flag unsuspected findings in CT scans.
Stellarray looking to make imaging cheaper and easier with Flat Panel X-ray Source
Stellarray is looking to address the issue of pricey, over-sized imaging equipment like CT scanners by introducing its new technology, the Flat Panel X-ray Source
With the Rise of AI, What IP Disputes in Healthcare Are Likely to Emerge?
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
Wow of the week: Blood-sucking robot could save one in 50 of us who will develop brain clot
Fear not–this blood-sucking robot could treat hard-to-reach brain hemorrhages. While most surgeons won’t go near a brain clot unless it’s easy to get to (read: on the surface) in fear of further damaging brain tissue, more than 40 percent of patients who have them die within a month. The active cannula, what Vanderbilt assistant professors […]
Lung Cancer Part 2 – Early Diagnosis
Most patients found to have lung cancer die within a year largely because their tumor has already spread, making treatment difficult. Now there is real reason to believe that lung cancer can be detected early and with it witness an improvement in cure. With 160,000 Americans dying annually this would be a godsend. It has […]