Hologic today said it received FDA approval for its 3DQuorum Imaging Technology that is powered by the company’s Genius AI. The imaging technology works with Hologic’s Clarity HD high-resolution imaging technology to reduce tomosynthesis image volume for radiologists. Using Genius AI-powered analytics, 3DQuorum reconstructs high-resolution 3D data to make 6mm “SmartSlices.” The analytics help doctors […]
Report: Imaging industry put $9m into pushing 3D mammograms despite lack of evidence
Companies that make 3D mammography equipment have spent millions on marketing the devices, even though scientific evidence of their superiority to traditional mammography is lacking, according to a new report. The report by Kaiser Health News says that Hologic (NSDQ:HOLX), GE Healthcare (NYSE:GE), Siemens Healthineers and Fujifilm (TSE:4901) have paid doctors and teaching hospitals a collective $9.2 […]
iCad’s AI-assisted mammography tech wins CE Mark
iCad (NSDQ:ICAD) has won the CE Mark for its advanced artificial intelligence technology and workflow solution, ProFound AI for 2D mammography. The Nashua, N.H.-based cancer detection and radiation therapy devices maker developed the technology to boost breast cancer detection by identifying soft-tissue densities and calcifications. ProFound AI for 2D mammography is the latest addition to […]
FDA wants to update mammography standards
The FDA today issued a proposed rule that would modernize mammography quality standards and require mammography facilities to provide more information to patients and healthcare providers. The proposed rule would be the first update in 20 years, amending regulations issued under the Mammography Quality Standards Act of 1992, which authorizes FDA oversight over mammography facilities, […]
Fujifilm levels mammography patent infringement, anti-trust claims against Hologic
Fujifilm Holdings (TSE:4901) last week accused mammography rival Hologic (NSDQ:HOLX) of patent infringement and unfair trade practices, alleging that Hologic aimed to unlawfully maintain its 80% share in the 3D mammography market. The Japanese tech firm claims in the suit that its Aspire Cristalle system, which sells for roughly half the average $452,000 price of Hologic’s competing […]
The 11 most innovative medical devices of 2017
The nominees for the best medical technology of 2017 were recently announced for the 11th Annual Prix Galien USA Awards. The Galien Foundation, the host of the awards, hands out the the Prix Galien Award annually to examples of outstanding biomedical and technology product achievement designed to improve human condition. Before candidates can qualify for […]
Hologic files infringement suit against Fujifilm Medical over mammogram tech
Fujifilm Holdings (TSE:4901) subsidiary Fujifilm Medical Systems is facing a patent infringement suit from Hologic (NSDQ:HOLX), which claims that the company infringed on 5 of its mammogram technology patents, according to a Connecticut Law Tribune report. The suit, filed in the US District Court for the District of Connecticut on Monday claims that Japan-based Fujifilm “had specific […]
RSNA Roundup: Researchers refine X-ray tech with Kinect gaming sensor
Microsoft‘s (NSDQ:MSFT) Kinect, originally developed as a motion sensor for its Xbox gaming systems, is helping researchers refine X-ray imaging through analysis of body part thickness, motion and positioning, researchers said today, and with the use of the best wireless router
Seno Medical completes Imagio pivotal trial
Seno Medical said Tuesday it completed the final phase of the pivotal trial of its Imagio opto-acoustic breast imaging platform designed to help prevent unnecessary biopsies. The Imagio system combines traditional ultrasound with light-based imaging, providing physicians with a closer look at “suspicious” breast masses without subjecting patients to radiation, injectable contrast agents or invasive […]
iCad launches iReveal breast density software
iCad (NSDQ:ICAD) said Monday it launched its iReveal breast density software designed to deliver reproducible breast density assessments. The module was designed to be used with the company’s PowerLook advanced mammography platform. The software will help treat an estimated 40% of women in the U.S. who have dense breast tissue that can mask the presence of […]
FDA approves Siemens 3D breast tomo device
Siemens Healthcare (NYSE:SI) today said the FDA approved a new breast tomosynthesis option for its Mammomat Inspiration digital mammography device.
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