Hannah Murphy

Nashville, Tennessee

Writer and reporter of all things #healthnews ARRT registered and ASOP certified in a past life. More than a decade of experience in #trauma and #ortho

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Most patients trust AI to interpret their imaging, but certain demographic factors shape these opinions

6 days ago | healthimaging.com | Hannah Murphy

Patients are cautiously optimistic about artificial intelligence applications playing a role in their imaging interpretations, according to new survey data. Research in RSNA journal Radiology: Imaging Cancer details the opinions of a diverse population of patients pertaining to the use of AI in radiology.
AI is most beneficial as a prescreening tool, new research suggests

1 week ago | healthimaging.com | Hannah Murphy

Artificial intelligence-enabled applications have been tested in multiple radiology settings, but a new analysis suggests they may be most useful as prescreening tools. CT lung cancer screenings have been identified as one of numerous areas where AI assistance could enhance radiologists’ accuracy and efficiency. While it has proven itself to be useful as an assistive tool, experts recently sought to determine how it could be most beneficial to readers.
AI bests radiologists at computed tomography angiography reads

1 week ago | healthimaging.com | Hannah Murphy

Artificial intelligence-enabled tools have proven to be more accurate than radiologists when it comes to detecting certain signs of coronary artery disease (CAD). Computed tomography angiography (CTA) is becoming the modality of choice for many providers tasked with assessing coronary plaques and stenosis—two telltale signs of CAD. Although CTA offers enhanced visualization for radiologists to assess patients’ risk of CAD, the manual process can be time-consuming and cumbersome.
AI tool has 'untapped potential' for diagnosing and managing multiple sclerosis

2 weeks ago | healthimaging.com | Hannah Murphy

A new artificial intelligence tool could have “untapped potential” for gauging treatment effectiveness in patients with multiple sclerosis. New research published in Nature Communications details the use of a tool developed by experts at University College London. MindGlide is a deep learning model that quickly analyzes brain MRIs to assess for longitudinal changes that can give providers insight into whether a patient’s MS is responding to treatment.
First X-rays taken in space mimic historic first radiograph captured on earth

2 weeks ago | healthimaging.com | Hannah Murphy

The first medical X-ray image to have ever been taken in space has officially been released. The image was taken during SpaceX’s recent Fram2 mission aboard the Crew Dragon Resilience spacecraft. The radiograph is of a hand with a ring on it, which is likely a tribute to the first X-ray ever taken in 1895—an image Wilhelm Roentgen took of his wife’s hand while experimenting with cathode rays in a vacuum tube.
New Orleans police searching for missing radiologist

2 weeks ago | healthimaging.com | Hannah Murphy

Police in New Orleans are asking for help as they search for a radiologist who has been missing for more than a week. Paul Rodrigue, MD, 43, was last seen on Saturday, March 29, in the Mid-City area, NOPD public information officer Karen Boudrie said Friday. Reports indicate that no one has heard from him since that night.
Referrers want more structured radiology reports

2 weeks ago | healthimaging.com | Hannah Murphy

New survey data suggest most providers—whether radiologists or otherwise—prefer their patients’ neuroradiological reports to be structured. Responses to the survey indicate that structured reporting of such studies more clearly communicates impressions regarding neurology patients, which often require more complex workups and management. Experts involved in the survey suggest that their findings highlight a need for better standardization.
Case of cardiac arrest during MRI highlights importance of patient monitoring

2 weeks ago | healthimaging.com | Hannah Murphy

A case report of a man who unexpectedly went into cardiac arrest during his MRI scan provides a stark reminder of the importance of monitoring patients throughout their exam. Published in Cureus, the report details the case of a 65-year-old man with a history of diabetes and hypertension who was undergoing an MRI of his brainstem. He had just been admitted to the hospital due to symptoms indicative of acute ischemic stroke (dizziness, headache, nausea and deteriorating motor function).
New AI-enabled platform could be 'game changer' for opportunistic screening in women

3 weeks ago | healthimaging.com | Hannah Murphy

Covera Health just launched its new artificial intelligence-enabled platform designed specifically to detect early signs of several diagnoses exclusive to women. The New York-based health company, which specializes in quality insights targeted at improving radiology practice, announced the rollout of its Protect Her platform on Tuesday.
Routine interventional procedure may present new endometriosis treatment option

3 weeks ago | healthimaging.com | Hannah Murphy

New research indicates that a common interventional radiology procedure could provide relief to patients struggling with the side effects of endometriosis. Known to be extremely painful at times, many women consider flare-ups of the condition to be debilitating. Treatment options for endometriosis range from over-the-counter pain medication and hormone therapy to more invasive surgical methods, but even with treatment, many women continue to struggle with pain during their cycle.