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.

AI method slashes breast MRI acquisition times
Researchers believe the technique also could have utility for brain, head and neck MRI applications and could eventually be adapted to other imaging modalities as well.
AI-generated risk scores help predict future breast cancer cases
Breast cancer risk scores change over time, with those who go on to develop cancer showing unique patterns that could provide valuable guidance into their diagnostic needs.
Hologic boosts production of alternative biopsy needle amid ongoing shortage
The manufacturer issued an alert in January, indicating its Brevera Breast Biopsy System Disposable 9 Gauge Needles were being recalled amid risk they might leave metallic particles in tissue.
FDA clears RadNet's AI-powered breast arterial calcification solution
In clinical testing, the module achieved 90% sensitivity and 88% specificity across patients with varying levels of breast density.
FDA shares update on breast biopsy needle shortage
The supply shortfall pertains to Brevera Breast Biopsy System Disposable 9 Gauge Needles manufactured by Hologic.

3 more states pass legislation bolstering breast imaging coverage

New Hampshire is one of the latest after Republican Gov. Chris Sununu signed House Bill 1296 into law May 31, eliminating OOP expenses for supplemental services.

AI decision support tool used in breast cancer screening

Commercially available AI reduces radiologists' workload by 34% in certain screening settings

It also increases cancer detection rates and reduces false positives, according to new work published in the journal Radiology.

Dose reduction protocol makes multiple same-day contrast injections possible when necessary

This reduction protocol allows for acceptable lesion visualization while also providing a cautionary cushion when the safety of sequential contrast injections is in question.

Comparison of a 2D digital mammogram and breast tomosynthesis 3D mammography from UCSF.

DBT exams take twice as long to read as 2D mammograms, but the learning curve is short

Although DBT exams are proven to identify more difficult to detect cancers, especially among women with dense breasts, they also include significantly more images than standard 2D mammograms.

breast cancer mammography screening mammogram scheduling

Offering evening, weekend hours could increase compliance with breast cancer screening recommendations

This is especially true among women younger than 50 and who live in areas considered more socioeconomically disadvantaged, according to new data.

Dozens of injuries trigger FDA recall of over 50,000 implantable tissue marking devices

The Class I recall, which is the most serious recall the FDA issues, comes after numerous adverse events and complications linked to the radiographic markers were reported.

Hologic recalling breast care devices after 71 injuries, FDA says

UPDATED: The alert pertains to the BioZorb and BioZorb LP radiographic markers, implanted in soft tissue to indicate the site for radiation therapy or other medical procedures.

Interval breast cancer has its own risk factors, mortality patterns

Women with dense breast tissue are less likely than normal-density peers to develop breast cancer between screening mammography exams.

Womens Imaging

AI method slashes breast MRI acquisition times

AI-generated risk scores help predict future breast cancer cases

Hologic boosts production of alternative biopsy needle amid ongoing shortage

FDA clears RadNet's AI-powered breast arterial calcification solution

FDA shares update on breast biopsy needle shortage