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.

American College of Radiology criticizes prominent study pushing for new approach to breast cancer screening
Published Friday in JAMA, scientists recently explored a risk-based mammography tactic that tailors regular imaging regimens to each individual’s danger of developing the disease.
Pre-op MRI not necessary for all breast cancer patients, new data suggest
In some cases, it may actually be more beneficial for this group of women to forego the extra scans, as they can lead to additional testing, costs and potentially delays in care.
Targeting women eligible for both lung and breast cancer screening pays off
“There is enormous potential here, and the [American Cancer Society] is thrilled with the outcome of this study," one investigators says.
Data show ‘alarming’ rise in invasive breast cancer cases among younger women
Between 20% to 24% of all breast cancers diagnosed during a decade-long period were found in women between the ages of 18 to 49, according to research presented at RSNA 2025.
The BI-RADS 2025 Manual is now live—here are a few of its key updates
During an education session at RSNA 2025, several experts who contributed to the manual spoke on what has changed and how these revisions will affect providers.

Mobile mammography units are not cannibalizing facility-based breast cancer screening

Such roving imaging vans have been posed as a way to reach more women in rural and underserved communities. But do they unintentionally hurt facility-based efforts?

RBMA Board member Kit Crancer outlines the key legislation in radiology to watch.

Pending radiology bills in Congress and predicting the Trump administration's impact on imaging

Kit Crancer, RBMA board member, speaks with Radiology Business about key legislative developments on the Hill that will affect the specialty.

Radiologists chart ‘alarming’ uptick in late-stage breast cancer diagnoses across all age groups

Between 2004 to 2021, the biggest annual percentage increase in incidence of metastatic breast cancer at diagnosis was among women ages 20-39 (up 2.9%).

Non-enhancing asymmetries on contrast-enhanced mammography

Is additional imaging necessary for non-enhancing asymmetries on contrast-enhanced mammograms?

Patients with asymmetries on CEM typically are recalled for additional views, ultrasound and occasionally MRI. But the extra workup might not be necessary.

Screening efforts have helped avert millions of cancer-related deaths in recent decades

In conjunction with prevention efforts, the introduction of screening examinations has resulted in a reduction of nearly 6 million cancer-related deaths since 1975.

New scoring system accurately predicts coronary risk in women

The system combines findings from SPECT myocardial perfusion imaging with lifestyle and clinical factors to predict risk of major cardiovascular events.

AI prevents mammography positioning errors before exposure

And it can spot positioning errors in less than two seconds, new research suggests.

How does breast density affect AI accuracy?

AI has shown great promise for improving early detection of breast cancer, but many algorithms are hindered by a lack of training on diverse datasets.

Womens Imaging

American College of Radiology criticizes prominent study pushing for new approach to breast cancer screening

Pre-op MRI not necessary for all breast cancer patients, new data suggest

Targeting women eligible for both lung and breast cancer screening pays off

Data show ‘alarming’ rise in invasive breast cancer cases among younger women

The BI-RADS 2025 Manual is now live—here are a few of its key updates