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.

AI model helps discern patients' need for supplemental breast imaging
New findings support the routine use of deep learning-based risk assessments, as this method can decrease subjectivity, reduce unnecessary imaging and improve diagnostic accuracy.
4D mammo may be up to four times more accurate than 3D
The 4D system harnesses X-ray diffraction to measure molecular-level signatures of disease; these tissue “fingerprints” could help providers diagnose breast cancer in its earliest stages.
Financial, logistical reasons to blame for most missed cancer screenings
It may be more than anxiety and forgetfulness to blame for women missing their scheduled mammograms, according to new survey data.
Investigational radiotracer has 'extremely valuable' potential for treating chronic condition
New findings suggest that 99mTc-maraciclatide can help physicians more accurately identify endometriosis on imaging.
Nearly half of women surveyed still think breast cancer screening starts at 50
The responses also suggested that a significant amount of women believe mammograms start before 40, highlighting a gap in screening policy knowledge.

Routine IR procedure could treat endometriosis.

SimonMed collaborates with women's health AI company to improve MRI diagnoses

EndomAI was developed to support radiologists in detecting and quantifying endometriosis on magnetic resonance imaging scans.

Facility puts mammo services on hold after audit uncovers 'serious' image quality concerns

Women who underwent mammograms at the facility during the specified timeframe may need to have those exams repeated.

Example of a typical mammography imaging suite during a breast screening exam. The patient has their breast compressed by the clear plastic part of the mammography system. The compression is necessary to get diagnostic grade images. It also helps with getting consistent images, which is important because new exams are compared to prior exams to help identify any changes in the breast that may be due to cancer. The black base below the breast is the X-ray detector. What is involved in a mammogram?

Dermal filler recently approved by FDA could skew breast imaging results, experts warn

The filler contains hydroxylapatite microspheres, which may be visible on medical imaging.

New survey explores women’s willingness to pay for breast cancer AI

“Radiology practices may wish to consider these findings when presenting patients with an option to pay for AI interpretation,” experts write in JACR.

FDA suspends medical spa's mammography operations amid 'serious concerns' about quality

Anyone who underwent mammograms at the clinic since late 2023 is urged to take action, as the exam quality likely did not meet clinical standards.

Breast cancer screening rates saw a 10% drop among several groups of women over the last 2 decades

Decreased screening rates among different subgroups highlight the ongoing need for outreach strategies that target vulnerable populations, experts contend.

Autonomous AI reduces radiologists' breast cancer screening workload in real-world setting

Deployed in screening mammography, the tool identifies normal, low-risk exams and eliminates the need for double reads.

MR-guided breast biopsy tools from Mammotome nab FDA clearance.

FDA clears 2 new MR-guided breast biopsy tools

The products were developed with both patients and providers in mind and were designed to streamline the entire procedural process.

Womens Imaging

AI model helps discern patients' need for supplemental breast imaging

4D mammo may be up to four times more accurate than 3D

Financial, logistical reasons to blame for most missed cancer screenings

Investigational radiotracer has 'extremely valuable' potential for treating chronic condition

Nearly half of women surveyed still think breast cancer screening starts at 50