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A Swarm of Insight
AI continues to assert itself in the radiology world. The latest? A research team has shown that when doctors work together in real time and combine their expertise with AI, they can diagnose the presence of pneumonia with even more accuracy than either alone. We'll find out what this means going forward.
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The 411 on CTC
CT colonography is getting its fair share of attention lately as lawmakers push for Medicaid coverage and physicians reconsider screening intervals. Radiology Today takes a look at the latest developments that are shaping the discussions.
5 Things to Watch in 2019: Observations From RSNA 2018
RSNA 2018 provided a fountain of insights about up-and-coming developments in the radiology world. Check out our list of the top five things we'll be keeping an eye on as the year unfolds.
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A 35-year-old man presented to the emergency department with chronic lower abdominal pain. He also reported increasing trouble urinating, frequently needing to strain to empty his bladder, and feelings of incomplete bladder emptying. He described sporadic burning at the tip of his penis at times. He had been told previously by a provider that his prostate was enlarged. His physical exam was significant for moderate abdominal distension in the suprapubic region with tenderness in the area. Laboratory analysis was significant for minimally elevated creatinine of 1.3 mg/dL. His urinalysis was negative. CT of the abdomen and pelvis with IV contrast was ordered to evaluate his abdominal pain. Continue reading »
