Womens Imaging

Women’s imaging encompasses many radiology procedures related to women and the diseases that are most prevalent to women such as breast cancer or gynecological issues. Mammogram, breast ultrasound, breast MRI and breast biopsy are the most commonly used procedures.

Mammogram findings linked to heightened risk of CVD, type 2 diabetes and hypertension
The new research, presented during ARRS 2024 in Boston, suggests CVD risk models may need to include certain findings identified in routine mammograms.
White House highlights actions taken by RadNet, Siemens Healthineers as signs of Biden Cancer Moonshot progress
“These accomplishments deliver significant progress toward addressing President Biden’s goal to end cancer as we know it."
How beneficial is MR-directed breast ultrasound in reducing biopsies?
A team of experts determined that correlating masses initially detected on MRI are significantly more likely to result in a cancer diagnosis than other common findings.
Behavioral ‘nudges’ significantly increase adherence to regular mammography screening
Penn Medicine experts conducted two randomized clinical trials, with women receiving text message reminders, bulk orders or letters endorsed by their PCP.
Nearly 46% increase in breast cancer incidence among 20-year-olds ‘merits greater attention’
Those in their 30s also have seen a nearly 13% uptick in occurrence of the disease, experts detailed in the Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal.

Ultrasound specialists update recommendations for endometriosis screening

The authors recommend tweaking pelvic ultrasound with new maneuvers that produce clearer images.

April 9, 2024

Among screening mammography no-shows, more than 40% fail to return as of 1 year later

Patients who are black or from socioeconomically disadvantaged populations are more likely to miss their appointments, according to new research published in JACR.

April 8, 2024

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Steadily declining mammography screening rates have hit a historic low, new data show

The proportion of women undergoing breast cancer imaging has dropped significantly from the peak seen between 2007 and 2010.

April 5, 2024

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FDA clears redesigned mammography platform from Siemens Healthineers

The new platform is the first redesign from Siemens Healthineers in over a decade.

April 4, 2024

Congress advances crucial cancer screening-related bill supported by American College of Radiology

The House Energy and Commerce Committee has favorably reported on the Screening for Communities to Receive Early and Equitable Needed Services (SCREENS) for Cancer Act.

March 29, 2024

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SIR 2024: First-of-its-kind clinical trial announced for treatment of chronic pelvic pain

The Embolize Trial will test multiple procedures and assess any reduction in pain scores and medication usage.

March 28, 2024

SIR 2024: UAE can eliminate the need for hysterectomy after postpartum hemorrhage

In a study presented at the Society of Interventional Radiology Annual Scientific Meeting, the procedure reduced hysterectomies by 94%.

March 27, 2024

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SIR 2024: Cryoablation an effective treatment for breast cancer

The study, presented at the Society of Interventional Radiology Annual Scientific Meeting, marks one of the first to use freezing on large tumors in the breast.

March 26, 2024

Womens Imaging

Mammogram findings linked to heightened risk of CVD, type 2 diabetes and hypertension

White House highlights actions taken by RadNet, Siemens Healthineers as signs of Biden Cancer Moonshot progress

How beneficial is MR-directed breast ultrasound in reducing biopsies?

Behavioral ‘nudges’ significantly increase adherence to regular mammography screening

Nearly 46% increase in breast cancer incidence among 20-year-olds ‘merits greater attention’