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.

FDA approves 1st AI-enabled imaging device for breast cancer surgery
Manufacturer Perimeter Medical Imaging announced the news on March 3 after earning premarket approval for “Claire” (formerly the Perimeter OCT B-Series).
Society of Interventional Radiology offers new guidance for treating chronic pelvic pain
The new guidelines focus on pelvic venous disorders, which can cause a wide array of painful symptoms.
FDA clears ultrasound AI tool for accurate delivery-date prediction
The cloud-based software service is able to predict a pregnant woman's delivery date using ultrasound imaging alone.
ACR, AHRA, ASRT and more lend support to bill that would require coverage of supplemental breast imaging
The Find It Early Act aims to ensure all women have access to exams such as ultrasound and MRI, with no out-of-pocket costs.
How second pregnancies change the brain
New imaging findings detail how women’s brains change during their second pregnancy, revealing the unique alterations in networks related to attention and response.

Private equity-backed Solis Mammography saw earnings jump 25% last year, up to $54M

The Addison, Texas-based company was founded in 1986 and in 2018 sold a majority stake to private equity firm Madison Dearborn Capital Partners, which has pursued rapid expansion.

Most women fail to recognize signs of breast cancer, a third are confused by screening guidelines

Results of a survey from Ohio State University show the public needs a lot more education on breast cancer facts.

Less than half of adults recognize most common symptoms associated with breast cancer, new survey finds

Few of those polled believe they are at risk of developing the disease, according to new research from the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center.

University of Chicago imaging startup scores $10M from Swiss investment firm

Clarix Imaging has created a “state of the art,” point-of-care platform that allows radiologists to assess surgical specimens in real time.

Souped-up primary care model boosts timely follow-up after abnormal cancer screening results

The “multilevel” intervention involved EHR reminders, patient outreach and navigation to encourage individuals to return following breast or lung imaging.

An RSNA attendee undergoes an MRI brain scan on the expo floor using the Hyperfine Swoop head MRI system. It is self-shields with a low field 0.064 T. It uses a standard wall power outlet and can be wheeled through a standard 34-inch wide door frame. It weighs 1,400 pounds. Imaging sequences include T1, T2, FLAIR, and DWI (with ADC map) and its operational controls are all directed on an iPad interface. #RSNA #RSNA22

FDA clears new artificial intelligence capabilities for portable MRI scanner

This is the eighth clearance in the past three years for Hyperfine's Swoop system, company officials said Monday.

breast radiologist breast cancer mammography

The 6 factors that most commonly fuel breast radiologists’ desire to leave a job

"The survey created here can be administered by radiology practices to predict when breast radiologists are vulnerable to quitting,” researchers detailed in JACR.

Survey says most women skip their recommended mammogram

Women cite a lack of time as the primary reason for not scheduling a mammogram, according to a survey from one large health system.

Womens Imaging

FDA approves 1st AI-enabled imaging device for breast cancer surgery

Society of Interventional Radiology offers new guidance for treating chronic pelvic pain

FDA clears ultrasound AI tool for accurate delivery-date prediction

ACR, AHRA, ASRT and more lend support to bill that would require coverage of supplemental breast imaging

How second pregnancies change the brain