Journal of the American College of Surgeons
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Artificial intelligence (AI)-powered platforms may be used to ensure that clinically significant lung nodules receive appropriate management. We studied the impact of a commercially available AI natural language processing tool on detection of clinically significant indeterminate pulmonary nodules (IPNs) based on radiology reports and provision of guideline-consistent care. ⋯ At a large tertiary care center, 30% of clinically significant incidental pulmonary nodules that would have otherwise been missed were brought to the attention of lung nodule clinicians by an AI software, allowing for initiation of appropriate follow-up.
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Impact of Academic Medical Centers on Surgical Outcomes of Neighboring Non-Academic Medical Centers.
We aimed to investigate the geographic variation of Academic Medical Centers (AMCs) across different healthcare markets and the impact on surgical outcomes in nearby non-AMCs. ⋯ High market presence of AMCs was associated with lower morbidity and mortality rates at nearby non-AMCs. The influence of AMCs on clinical outcomes likely extends beyond direct patient care, indicating spillover effects of AMCs on outcomes for patients in neighboring non-AMCs.