FDA Clears AI-Powered Thyroid Ultrasound Analysis System
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FDA Clears AI-Powered Thyroid Ultrasound Analysis System

Technology tamfitronics Technology tamfitronics TOPLINE:The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued 510(k) clearance to See-Mode Technologies for their AI-based thyroid ultrasound analysis and reporting software. While various AI tools for the evaluation of thyroid nodules have received FDA approval, See-Mode reports that their technology is the first FDA-cleared product providing detection as well as diagnosis for thyroid ultrasound. With thyroid nodules commonly detected as incidental findings on CT or MRI of the neck and chest, AI has become increasingly valuable in providing significantly higher level of interpretation.Technology tamfitronics METHODOLOGY:The AI software uses single or multinodular thyroid ultrasound images in detecting nodules and is capable of automatically classifying the nodules in accordance with the American College of Radiology's (ACR) Thyroid Imaging Reporting and Data System (TI-RADS).The system automatically generates a complete worksheet and after...
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AI-powered mindfulness: The human element of innovation
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AI-powered mindfulness: The human element of innovation

Technology tamfitronics Almost every business across the globe now uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) in some form. The trick is to ensure they are cashing in on the promise of the technology with real, tangible benefits. At Avaya, our enterprise customers using AI in the contact center report a65% reduction in after-call workand a50% increase in efficiencywith solutions like conversational AI and AI analytics – and that’s just the tip of the iceberg.At the same time, we hear about the dark side of AI with concerns around job displacement, data security and privacy, and minimizing the human touch. But as with any technological investment, AI is what companies make of it. AI investments can also serve as a unifier between humans and technology – helping us to learn better, communicate clearly, and connect faster.At Avaya,we see...
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