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.

Reimbursement for contrast-enhanced mammography is on the rise
New global survey data suggest organizations have not let the lack of reimbursement affect their decision to implement CEM.
Explainable AI boosts breast cancer detection on MRI
Experts involved in the model's development are hopeful their take on explainable AI can reduce problematic false positive rates common in breast MRI.
RadNet inks AI deal with 1 of Southern California’s largest health networks
Under the agreement, three affiliates of the Heritage Provider Network will reimburse RadNet for its Enhanced Breast Cancer Detection program.
Eye-tracking reveals radiologists' reading habits when utilizing AI support
Rather than test artificial intelligence's ability to detect malignant lesions on imaging, researchers instead recently explored how it impacts radiologists' interpretation processes.
Survey unearths confusion among women around when to start mammograms
Among 1,600 U.S. adults surveyed, about 49% said they know that age 40 is when women at average risk should begin screening.

New study results 'strongly' back supplemental MRI for women with dense breasts

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 purchases competitor for $310M

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

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USPSTF stops short of recommending supplemental imaging for women with dense breast tissue

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.

Hologic to acquire rival breast care company for $310M—plus 2 more radiology vendor M&A deals

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

Edema scores can help predict the aggressiveness of breast cancer

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

Imaging platform that illuminates residual breast cancer in real-time gets 'historic' FDA approval

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

Should women pause breastfeeding after contrast injections? Survey reveals vastly different opinions

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

Bayer, Hologic unite to improve availability of contrast-enhanced mammography

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

Womens Imaging

Reimbursement for contrast-enhanced mammography is on the rise

Explainable AI boosts breast cancer detection on MRI

RadNet inks AI deal with 1 of Southern California’s largest health networks

Eye-tracking reveals radiologists' reading habits when utilizing AI support

Survey unearths confusion among women around when to start mammograms