Breast MRI

Magnetic resonance imaging of the breast (breast MRI), commonly used for dense breasts, is a highly accurate imaging modality for detecting early breast cancer and other abnormalities without using excess radiation. It’s often used alongside digital mammograms and digital breast tomosynthesis to offer detailed visualization of breast lesion margins.

New low-field scanner detects cancer spread better than traditional breast MRI
Researchers involved in its development are hopeful that the scanner could eventually lead to improved outcomes in cancer patients who require surgery to remove malignant tissue.
MRI technique makes breast cancer 'glow' on imaging
The technique highlights differences in how water molecules move through cancerous tissue in comparison to healthy tissue.
Deep learning reconstruction cuts breast MRI scan times in half
The use of DLR also provides greater flexibility with protocols in comparison to conventional single-shot echo-planar imaging.
AI effectively flags mammograms of women who would benefit from supplemental MRI
Experts involved in the algorithm's development believe its time-saving potential could help improve both radiologist workflows and patient outcomes.
AI model spots up to 30% of breast cancers missed on MRI
Re-evaluation by the second look algorithm could result in a cancer diagnosis up to one year earlier, especially for high risk disease.

FDA clears device to aid in breast localization during imaging-guided biopsy

Merit Medical Systems claims its system is the first wire-free solution providers can deploy during such MRI-based procedures.

Survey reveals widespread confusion among women about the density of their breasts

The uncertainty among respondents occurred, despite all receiving their mammograms in facilities with density notifications, according to new research.

Private equity makes ‘strategic growth investment’ in heart CT, MR firm Circle Cardiovascular Imaging

Financial terms were not disclosed, but the two said the funds will fuel future expansion of its AI-based products, used for reading, reporting and processing images.

An example of a mammogram with some dense breast tissue that was deemed to not have cancer, and molecular breast imaging (MBI) study of the same women showing increased metabolic activity in the dense area, revealing a caner. Image from Mayo Clinic.

Mayo Clinic offers new guidance on supplemental screening of women with dense breasts

There are not yet consensus-based guidelines available for screening women with dense breast tissue, so researchers at Mayo Clinic recently developed a set of recommendations regarding supplemental screening.

Breast MRI screening cuts cancer mortality rates in half for women with lesser-known gene mutations

Women with ATM, CHEK2 and PALB2 gene mutations would benefit from beginning MRI screenings earlier than previously recommended, experts reported in JAMA Oncology.

Quality improvements reduce biopsy wait times for patients with suspicious breast MRIs

The initiative led to a 30% increase in the number of patients who required fewer visits before receiving a diagnosis, University of Michigan Health System researchers reported.

Simple switches help hospital reduce excess patient visits, biopsy wait times after breast MRI

Michigan Medicine had seen breast MRI volumes climb 94% while related biopsies leapt 150%, prompting leaders to launch their quality initiative.

Abbreviated MRI outperforms DBT for detecting secondary breast cancer

“Our study results suggest that AB-MRI could potentially be sufficient for post-treatment surveillance,” experts suggested Thursday in Academic Radiology.

Breast MRI

New low-field scanner detects cancer spread better than traditional breast MRI

MRI technique makes breast cancer 'glow' on imaging

Deep learning reconstruction cuts breast MRI scan times in half

AI effectively flags mammograms of women who would benefit from supplemental MRI

AI model spots up to 30% of breast cancers missed on MRI