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.

FDA issues recall of intraoperative imaging system due to safety risks
The system enables surgeons to intraoperatively illuminate cancerous tissue in the breast cavity during lumpectomy surgery.
New care approach cuts breast biopsy referrals by over 50%
Rising imaging volumes have led to an uptick in the unearthing of unexpected breast lesions, with a corresponding jump in follow-up examinations.
First in-human trial testing 4D mammography is officially underway
Experts have suggested the emerging technology could be a “pivotal” tool for the future of breast cancer detection.
Machine learning-based model predicts risk of severe pregnancy complication using MRI data
Placenta accreta spectrum is a serious and sometimes deadly perinatal complication. Instances of the condition have risen in recent decades, potentially due to an increase in cesarean deliveries.
Private equity-backed Solis Mammography opens 3 new locations
The breast imaging group is launching two locations in Texas and marking its first foray into the Raleigh metro area, with more on the way in North Carolina.

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New findings prompt experts to call for routine brain imaging of certain breast cancer patients

New research suggests more women with late-stage breast cancer may develop brain metastases than previously believed.

Jessica H. Porembka, MD, FSBI, associate professor, breast imaging division University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, and vice chair of strategy and quality, and quality assurance medical director, Parkland Radiology in Dallas, explains how an ultrasound-first strategy for noncalcified lesions in DBT proves cost-effective.

Ultrasound-first strategy for noncalcified lesions in DBT proves cost-effective

Jessica Porembka, MD, of the breast imaging division at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, said an ultrasound-first strategy for these lesions in DBT is cost-effective and improves efficiency.

What patients need to know about architectural distortion on breast imaging

Radiologist Jessica Porembka, MD, FSBI, an associate professor with the breast imaging division at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, explains what it means when a mammography report says a patient has architectural distortion.

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Siemens Healthineers touts 1st US installation of next-generation mammography system

Grace Breast Imaging & Medical Spa of Iowa—with locations in the Des Moines metro area communities of Clive and Urbandale—is rolling out the new 3D technology

America’s cancer burden is shifting from men to women

Incidence rates among women 50 to 64 have now surpassed those of men, while cancer rates for females under 50 are 82% higher than their male counterparts, the ACS reports.

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Researcher scans herself 75 times to study effects of birth control on brain health

The postdoctoral research fellow hopes her research will provide greater insight into how the use of oral birth control impacts physical and mental health.

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Several states propose legislation to bolster coverage for supplemental breast imaging

Those proposing breast imaging-related measures so far in 2025 have included Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Indiana, Missouri, New York, South Carolina, Utah and Virginia, ACR reports.

Standard contrast protocols may be 'overdosing' women with the imaging agent

New research suggests female patients attenuate significantly more contrast media in their vessels and organs compared to men.

Womens Imaging

FDA issues recall of intraoperative imaging system due to safety risks

New care approach cuts breast biopsy referrals by over 50%

First in-human trial testing 4D mammography is officially underway

Machine learning-based model predicts risk of severe pregnancy complication using MRI data

Private equity-backed Solis Mammography opens 3 new locations