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.

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Minority women are more likely to delay or forego follow-up breast imaging, study reveals

Nearly 20% of the women included in the study did not complete their follow-up imaging at all, and out of the 3,648 women who did adhere to additional imaging, 23.3% delayed their exams beyond the recommended 60-day period.

Is stopping antithrombotic therapy prior to image-guide breast biopsy really necessary?

Experts arrived at this conclusion after comparing incidents of hematoma between patients who did and did not receive antithrombotic therapy prior to their procedure.

COVID's impact on breast radiology trainees represents a 'critical workforce issue'

The authors of the new study noted that, even before the pandemic, consultant breast radiologists were among the most in-demand specialists. The loss of interest in it as a specialty due to COVID will inevitably pose further challenges for recruitment.

Same-day results could increase breast cancer screening compliance, study shows

Many women who receive their mammogram results on the same day as their exam report feeling better about their overall experience. 

Example of an artificial intelligence (AI) app store on the Sectra website, where Sectra PACS users can select the AI algorithms they want that are already integrated into the Sectra System. Other vendors have followed a similar approach to AI developed by many smaller vendors they partner with.

VIDEO: Development of AI app stores to enable easier access

Keith J. Dreyer, DO, PhD, FACR, American College of Radiology (ACR) Data Science Institute Chief Science Officer, explains how radiology vendors have developed AI app stores to make it easier to access new FDA cleared AI algorithms.
 

Keith J. Dreyer, DO, PhD, FACR, American College of Radiology (ACR) Data Science Institute Chief Science Officer, explains artificial intelligence (AI) for radiology. Dreyer also holds the positions of vice chairman of radiology at Massachusetts General Hospital, chief data science and information officer for the departments of radiology for both Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital.

VIDEO: Where will radiology AI be in 5 years?

Keith J. Dreyer, DO, PhD, FACR, American College of Radiology (ACR) Data Science Institute Chief Science Officer, explains 5 developments to watch for in radiology artificial intelligence (AI).

Placental MRI can predict adverse pregnancy outcomes early on in gestation

A new study highlights the benefits of MRI for determining pregnancy risks related to placental dysfunction, opening doors for earlier care management. 

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How do radiologists really feel about adopting AI? New data offer insight

Up to 60% of radiologists have intentions of adopting artificial intelligence tools into clinical practice in the near future. 

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