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.

Radiology providers missing the mark when screening disabled women for breast cancer
Only 43% of women with disabilities receive American Society of Breast Surgeons-recommended mammography screening services, according to a new single-center study.
Short-term breast cancer risk prediction improves when AI combines imaging with personal info
Understanding which women have the greatest short-term risk could enable providers to implement targeted screening strategies to ensure malignancies are caught at the earliest possible stage.
FDA issues recall of intraoperative imaging system due to safety risks
The system enables surgeons to intraoperatively illuminate cancerous tissue in the breast cavity during lumpectomy surgery.
New care approach cuts breast biopsy referrals by over 50%
Rising imaging volumes have led to an uptick in the unearthing of unexpected breast lesions, with a corresponding jump in follow-up examinations.
First in-human trial testing 4D mammography is officially underway
Experts have suggested the emerging technology could be a “pivotal” tool for the future of breast cancer detection.

Experts cite 'urgent need' for changes to USPSTF breast cancer screening recommendations

The USPSTF’s update suggests that women should screen every other year, but the group's own modeling studies have cited the benefits of annual screening.

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New data suggest that the burden of atherosclerosis on imaging might not be as indicative of major cardiovascular events as a person’s age and sex.

Katie Couric on USPSTF recommendations on when women should start getting mammograms

'Kind of a bummer': Katie Couric disappointed in USPSTF recs that exclude supplementary imaging for dense breasts

The task force cited insufficient evidence as the driver behind the decision to forego recommending supplemental screening.

Prenatal MRI shines light on the implications of maternal stress during pregnancy

These findings warrant serious consideration by physicians caring for pregnant women in the future, as the link between poor mental health and placental development remains “underappreciated.”

USPSTF recommends women begin breast cancer screening at 40, boosting stocks at mammo-related firms

The draft update marks a shift from the task force's previous guidelines, which had endorsed screening beginning at age 50.

Sagittal images from breast MRI in a 36-year-old woman with an invasive ductal carcinoma. Image from pre-chemotherapy contrast-enhanced T1-weighted MRI shows a round, rim-enhancing mass. This subtraction image shows the maximal diameter of the mass was measured up to 5.4 cm. Read more. RSNA image. What does breast cancer look like?

Researchers identify MRI findings linked with invasive breast cancer

Researchers suggested these findings could be used as a noninvasive tool in creating more personalized treatment options for patients facing a cancer diagnosis that is invasive in nature.

RadNet, cancer care advocates praise passage of bills to boost imaging coverage

The policy changes forbid insurers from saddling patients with out-of-pocket costs for services associated with lung and breast cancer.

Radiologists propose resolution to protect specialty from prosecution in states that ban abortion

Twenty-five state societies have voiced their support for the proposal, being presented at the 2023 ACR Annual Meeting in D.C.

Womens Imaging

Radiology providers missing the mark when screening disabled women for breast cancer

Short-term breast cancer risk prediction improves when AI combines imaging with personal info

FDA issues recall of intraoperative imaging system due to safety risks

New care approach cuts breast biopsy referrals by over 50%

First in-human trial testing 4D mammography is officially underway