CMS Reporting, Image Quality, and QC Features Unveiled at RSNA 2023
- Imalogix introduced new CT imaging features at RSNA 2023, organized in three groups: CMS reporting, in-vivo image quality metrics, and automated daily QC.
- The CMS eCQM Report evaluates excessive radiation dose and inadequate image quality for adult diagnostic CT, with reporting tied to performance improvement workflows.
- Three new in-vivo image quality metrics were added: Global Noise Index (noise magnitude in soft tissue), Resolution (image sharpness based on modulation transfer function), and Noise Texture (granularity of fluctuations based on power spectrum).
- Automatic QC Monitoring eliminates manual daily QC checks for CT by detecting whether daily QC has been performed.
- Automated daily QC test results are accessible through a web interface, removing the manual data lookup step from quality control management.
Introduction
We are thrilled to announce the launch of groundbreaking new features in our software, designed to revolutionize your experience with CT imaging. These latest enhancements, developed with your needs in mind, ensure that your practice remains at the forefront of imaging technology and patient care.
CMS Reporting
Global Noise Index: Measure the noise magnitude in patient images. This assessment provides a patient-specific reflection of noise in the soft tissue parts of the images affecting the quality of the rendition of potential lesions.
CMS eCQM Report: Enhance your diagnostic capabilities with our in-depth evaluation and reporting, focusing on excessive radiation dose or inadequate image quality in adult diagnostic computed tomography (CT). Explore your data to identify key areas for performance improvement, ensuring optimal outcomes and adherence to best practices.
New In-Vivo Image Quality Metrics for CT
Resolution: Assess image sharpness (based on the modulation transfer function) from clinical images. This cutting-edge approach ensures a superior understanding of image resolution to provide critical image details.
Noise Texture: Measure the noise texture (based on the power spectrum) in patient images. This critical analysis offers a detailed insight into the granularity of fluctuations in your images affecting image quality.
Automated Daily QC for CT
Automatic QC Monitoring: Automatically determine whether daily QC for CT has been performed, eliminating manual checks and streamlining your workflow.
Automated Test Results: Gain instant access to automated daily QC test results through an intuitive web interface, making it easier than ever to manage quality control.
These new features are a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence in the field of medical imaging. We believe these enhancements will significantly improve your daily operations, quality control processes, and, most importantly, patient outcomes.
Visit us at Booth #2208 in South Hall A, Level 3, to discover more about these exciting features and other innovative solutions from Imalogix. We look forward to sharing our advancements with you.
Questions from This Article
- What new CT imaging features did Imalogix launch at RSNA 2023?
Imalogix introduced features across three areas. For CMS reporting, the new eCQM Report evaluates excessive radiation dose and inadequate image quality in adult diagnostic CT exams. For image quality, three new in-vivo metrics were added: Global Noise Index, Resolution based on modulation transfer function, and Noise Texture based on power spectrum. For quality control, Automatic QC Monitoring detects whether daily CT QC has been performed and surfaces automated test results through a web interface.
- What is the Global Noise Index in CT imaging?
The Global Noise Index measures the noise magnitude in patient images, focused on the soft tissue regions where lesion detection is most affected. It is patient-specific, meaning the index reflects the actual image rather than a generic phantom-based measurement. This allows radiology teams to assess how noise affects the visibility of potential lesions in real clinical exams.
- How does automated daily QC for CT work?
Automatic QC Monitoring detects whether daily quality control checks have been performed on each CT scanner without requiring manual sign-offs. Daily QC test results are then surfaced through a web interface for review. The combination removes the manual lookup and tracking steps that radiology teams traditionally need to do to confirm QC compliance across the department.
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