This latest research further confirms that breast MRI not only detects tumors that mammography cannot, but it also spots invasive cases that pose greater risks to patients. 

Hologic has agreed to buy Endomag, a privately held breast cancer surgery company in the U.K.

Experts, medical organizations and advocates alike are coming forward saying that the new guidelines “do not go far enough,” particularly when it comes to addressing the screening needs of certain patients. 

In other news, West Physics Consulting is acquiring part of Tricord Inc., while radiology appointment scheduling firm CCD Health was recently sold. 

Applying an edema classification system to preoperative MRI exams provides insight into whether patients' breast cancer will spread.

LumiSystem enables surgeons to intraoperatively illuminate residual cancerous tissue in the breast cavity during lumpectomy surgery.

The recommendations differ between professional medical organizations and contrast manufacturers as well.

The two companies have partnered on a new FDA-cleared CT injection system for the early detection of breast cancer.