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.

Only 4% of women comfortable with AI serving as sole reader of mammograms
“Incorporating patient perspectives into AI implementation strategies ensures that these technologies improve and not hinder patient care," one expert contends.
Most patients trust AI to interpret their imaging, but certain demographic factors shape these opinions
“Incorporating patient perspectives into AI implementation strategies ensures that these technologies improve and not hinder patient care."
ChatGPT effective at simplifying breast imaging recall letters
Emory University radiologists recently sought to improve the readability of their recall messages, asking the large language model for help.
Arkansas the 30th state to pass legislation bolstering coverage for breast imaging
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed Senate Bill 123 into law on April 14 following its passage by the state legislature, weeks after Virginia passed a similar bill.
RadNet to acquire breast imaging AI vendor iCAD for $103M
The acquisition will give Los Angeles-based RadNet an installed base of more than 1,500 healthcare provider locations, facilitating 8 million mammograms across 50 countries.

Outreach team builds system to head off screening cancellations

Expanding available hours on top of calling with reminders did the equity-focused job with encouraging effectiveness.

Scoring system outperforms BI-RADS assessments of contrast-enhanced mammography exams

For specificity—a metric that has been somewhat unpredictable in breast MRI and CEM—the scoring system performed significantly better than BI-RADS.

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Blood clots much more common among obese women taking combination birth control pills

Progestin-only products may be a "safer alternative" for this patient population, according to a new analysis.

DBT guidance saves time, reduces exposure during breast calcification biopsy

Experts found that opting for DBT-guided biopsy of suspicious breast calcifications could shave up to five minutes off the total procedure time.

VIDEO: Gender differences in women with cardiovascular disease and implications for imagers

Erin D. Michos, MD, co-editor in chief of the American Journal of Preventive Cardiology, discusses gender differences in heart disease presentations.

Specially trained radiographers spot breast cancer at rates comparable to radiologists

Radiographers trained to recognize certain findings on screening mammograms could help address the worldwide shortage of radiologists.

Abbreviated breast MRI protocols not widely available in areas that would benefit the most

While the notion is promising, bringing abbreviated protocols to fruition in underserved areas remains a challenge, according to a first-person take from providers at a clinical practice in Bogota, Colombia.

Internal symposium for breast imaging technologists is a hit among attendees

Of those who completed post-symposium surveys, 100% agreed that they would recommend the event to others who are looking to expand their knowledge of breast imaging.

Womens Imaging

Only 4% of women comfortable with AI serving as sole reader of mammograms

Most patients trust AI to interpret their imaging, but certain demographic factors shape these opinions

ChatGPT effective at simplifying breast imaging recall letters

Arkansas the 30th state to pass legislation bolstering coverage for breast imaging

RadNet to acquire breast imaging AI vendor iCAD for $103M