Search Tag: machine learning
Applying AI Algorithms to COVID-19
2020 16 Jul
The adage ‘necessity is the mother of invention’ is all the more true during the COVID-19 pandemic, when scientists are racing to find new vaccines and treatments. Early diagnosis of the disease is another area that needs to be given more focus, since timely and accurate detection of patients with COVID-19 means appropriate therapy can be initiated... Read more
3D Brain Modelling by HIBALL
2020 26 Jun
A new collaboration between German and Canadian institutions has been launched with a goal to develop a high-resolution 3D map of functional neuroanatomy using artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. You might also like: AI in medical imaging may make the biggest impact in healthcare The new... Read more
COVID-19 Exit Strategy Simulator Available Online
2020 29 May
An online tool simulates COVID-19 exit strategy planning for nearly 100 countries assessing various restrictive measures implemented in different countries around the world. You might also like : Simulation Predicts COVID-19 Hospital Capacity The tool, called COVID-19 Adaptive Exit Strategies Simulator, has been developed by a... Read more
The Impact of Digital Technology on Healthcare
2020 20 Feb
Digital technology has become an integral part of healthcare and is all set to revolutionise the practice of medicine. Digital technology has greatly improved operational efficiency with respect to standards of medical care. The transformation has significantly enhanced the overall experience of both healthcare professionals and patients. Some... Read more
Machine Learning and Early Diagnosis of CVD
2020 20 Feb
Despite significant advances in the diagnosis and management of cardiac disease, cardiovascular disease continues to have high morbidity and mortality. In some cases, the diagnosis is delayed, while in others, the diagnosis is mistaken for another disorder. Advanced technology and machine learning have opened up new opportunities to evaluate image-based... Read more
Reimagined Hospitals
2020 29 Jan
In 10 years, the healthcare system will be a different beast. The power of technology and data will change the way we face the current challenges driving us towards more integrated care based on population health and value, with increased patient engagement. This all means the old healthcare provision paradigm is crumbling. Not that hospitals will... Read more
Bright Ideas
2020 29 Jan
HealthManagement.org rounds up exciting developments that have all the characteristics of game-changers for healthcare. What do you think? AI Breast Cancer Diagnosis Matches Two Doctors A study suggested that AI diagnoses breast cancer from mammograms more accurately than radiologists.A computer, specially designed and trained by... Read more
White Paper Reveals What Radiologists Really Feel About AI
2020 21 Jan
Radiologic technologists are, on the whole, positive about the future role AI in imaging according to a recent white paper published by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists Foundation. Named The Artificial Intelligence Era: The Role of Radiologic Technologists and Radiation Therapists , the 21-page white paper gathered data and... Read more
Radiomics Helps in Heart Attack or Myocarditis Verification
2020 16 Jan
New findings show that radiomics and machine learning (ML) can be combined to help ascertain if late gadolinium enhancement (LGE) on cardiac MR images indicated myocardial infarction (MI) or myocarditis. You might also like: Machine Learning Improves Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis A study published in Radiology: Cardiothoracic... Read more
The Future of Critical Care Ultrasound (CCUS)
2020 15 Jan
Critical Care Ultrasound (CCUS) has progressed by leaps and bounds, and will continue to push boundaries, with techniques being modified to suit evolving clinical needs and new applications. Introduction With roots traceable to sonar technology developed for underwater listening and submarine detection, the era of medical ultrasound... Read more