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.

Commercially available AI can spot breast cancer 6 years sooner
“Analyzing the AI scores of screened individuals over time could provide insight into how early detectable changes arise, potentially allowing for earlier intervention," researchers write in Radiology.
Mammography could identify millions of women in need of preventive cardiology care
Experts say these findings could offer radiology providers the opportunity to intervene before cardiovascular conditions worsen.
AI triage tool slashes breast cancer screening workloads by 77%
AI shines as a first reader for ruling out suspicious findings in breast cancer screening exams, a new analysis in Radiology: Artificial Intelligence reveals.
Women on GLP-1 medications may be less likely to develop breast cancer
The study, which was managed by the American College of Radiology, is raising important questions related to the benefits of GLP-1 use.
Wearable ultrasound patch offers continuous monitoring of high-risk pregnancies
Researchers are hopeful that the patch can give providers the data needed to identify critical abnormalities earlier.

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

Commercially available AI can spot breast cancer 6 years sooner

Mammography could identify millions of women in need of preventive cardiology care

AI triage tool slashes breast cancer screening workloads by 77%

Women on GLP-1 medications may be less likely to develop breast cancer

Wearable ultrasound patch offers continuous monitoring of high-risk pregnancies