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.
Experts from MIT, where the technology was developed, are optimistic their system can be used by almost anyone, including individuals with no ultrasound experience.
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.
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.
Such behavior can lead to "increased stress and job dissatisfaction, at the expense of well-being of breast radiologists,” MD Anderson experts wrote in Clinical Imaging.
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.
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.