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 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.
ACR offers tips for navigating the breast biopsy needle shortage
The needles were added to the FDA’s list of device shortages in April months after a major manufacturer stopped shipments to “correct an issue."
Late-stage breast cancer diagnoses have risen significantly over last decade
And the uptick in incidence rates is not exclusive to any one demographic or tumor subtype, experts caution.

Women in rural areas, especially racial minorities, are less likely to receive a mammogram

A study looking at older Medicare beneficiaries in Texas highlights a need for targeted breast cancer screening outreach.

Novel ‘next level of care’ protocol reduces wait times for follow-up services in radiology

Those involved believe the approach is “reproducible and systematic” and can potentially be applied nationally for any biopsies involving radiologists.

Solis Mammography, 1 of state’s largest health systems partner to open multiple imaging centers

St. David’s HealthCare operates a total of eight hospitals in Texsa, employing 11,400 individuals across 180-plus sites of care.

Philips receives total of $60M from Gates Foundation for AI-powered ultrasound

The new round of funding comes after successful deployment of handheld ultrasound systems in Kenya.

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Ultrasound combined with MRI is better able to identify cancerous lesions in breast tissue

Research out of China found that the pairing proved to be more accurate in identifying cancer in nonmass-like lesions.

Women with false-positive mammography results face increased risk of subsequent breast cancer

“Developing personalized surveillance programs can be beneficial for these women,” researchers detailed recently in JAMA Oncology.

Patients struggling with addiction, mental health are less likely to be screened for breast cancer

Researchers have shed light on the relationship between breast cancer screening and sociodemographic factors.

Study explores patient preferences for radiologists’ attire and appearance

“Radiologists should acknowledge and accommodate these preferences to optimize patient satisfaction," researchers wrote in Academic Radiology.

Womens Imaging

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

ACR offers tips for navigating the breast biopsy needle shortage

Late-stage breast cancer diagnoses have risen significantly over last decade