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FDA Clears AI Tool to Assist with Fetal Heart Ultrasound Scans

1 day ago | 24x7mag.com | Alyx Arnett

BrightHeart announced it has received 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its second device, B-Right Views, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tool that automatically detects the standard views required for second and third-trimester fetal heart ultrasound evaluations within routine anatomy scans.
Trust Gaps Threaten AI’s Potential in Healthcare, Philips Report Finds

1 day ago | 24x7mag.com | Alyx Arnett

Royal Philips released its 10th annual Future Health Index (FHI) report, which indicates that artificial intelligence (AI) holds promise for transforming care delivery, but gaps in trust threaten to stall progress. “The need to transform healthcare delivery has never been more urgent,” says Carla Goulart Peron, MD, chief medical officer at Philips, in a release.
New AI-Based Tool Aims to Enhance CBCT Image Quality in Interventional Suites

2 days ago | 24x7mag.com | Alyx Arnett

GE HealthCare announced the launch of CleaRecon DL, technology powered by a deep-learning algorithm, to improve the quality of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images. This artificial intelligence (AI)-driven solution is designed to remove streak artifacts caused by the pulsatile nature of blood flow in the arteries and changes in the distribution of contrast during CBCT acquisitions in liver, prostate, neuro, and endovascular aortic repair procedures.
Medical Equipment Maintenance Market to Surge Owing to Rising Healthcare Expenditure

2 days ago | 24x7mag.com | Alyx Arnett

The global medical equipment maintenance market is estimated to be valued at $55.72 billion this year and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 9.7% over the forecast period 2025 to 2032, according to a market research report by Coherent Market Insights. One of the primary market drivers is rising healthcare expenditure worldwide, propelled by aging populations and increasing prevalence of chronic diseases.
Cybersecurity Lessons for HTM Around Zero Trust and AI for Government

2 days ago | 24x7mag.com | Alyx Arnett

By Dan Coleman, general manager, federal civilian at MicrosoftWith cyber threats escalating in both frequency and sophistication, the urgency for federal agencies to modernize their cybersecurity strategies has never been greater. Traditional perimeter-based defenses are no longer sufficient to counter today’s evolving threat landscape.
Lawmaker Calls for Broader Military Adoption of Right to Repair Provisions

2 days ago | 24x7mag.com | Alyx Arnett

Rep Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) is urging other branches of the US military to follow the Army’s lead in adopting right to repair provisions in contracts, following a Department of Defense directive aimed at reducing repair delays and costs.
AdvaMed Testifies in Senate on Tariff Exemptions for Medtech

2 days ago | 24x7mag.com | Alyx Arnett

Today, AdvaMed president and CEO Scott Whitaker testified before the US Senate Committee on Finance in its hearing focused on the impact of tariffs on US supply chains. AdvaMed was the only health care organization invited to discuss the medical technology supply chain. Below is Whitaker’s written testimony submitted to the committee: “Chairman Crapo and Ranking Member Wyden, thank you for inviting me to address the committee on this important topic.
FDA Clears All-in-One Body Contouring System

2 days ago | plasticsurgerypractice.com | Alyx Arnett

Apyx Medical Corporation, the manufacturer of a helium plasma and radiofrequency technology marketed and sold as Renuvion, has received 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration for the AYON Body Contouring System. The company is preparing for a commercial launch of AYON with key surgeons in critical geographies starting in the second half of 2025.
New Breast Implant Addresses Size Gap for Post-Mastectomy Reconstruction

3 days ago | plasticsurgerypractice.com | Alyx Arnett

Johnson & Johnson MedTech announced the US launch of Mentor MemoryGel Enhance Breast Implants, aiming to fill a gap in comprehensive breast cancer care for women who have undergone a mastectomy.
Weiser Memorial Hospital Reports Data Breach Involving Patient Health Data

3 days ago | 24x7mag.com | Alyx Arnett

Weiser Memorial Hospital (WMS) is notifying patients and former patients of a data breach involving personal and health information after discovering unauthorized access to its network in September 2024. On Sept 4, 2024, WMS became aware of unusual network activity and took steps to secure its systems. WMS engaged cybersecurity experts to assist with the process. The investigation determined that certain WMS data may have been acquired without authorization on or about Sept 4, 2024.