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.

Handheld breast ultrasound bests automation in 2nd-look lesion detection
There is limited research comparing HHUS and ABUS in second-look settings despite the fact that these exams are routinely utilized as supplemental imaging tools.
Private equity firm sells ownership stake in Solis Mammography
New York-based PE firm Towerbrook Capital has bought a controlling stake in the imaging group, with Madison Dearborn Capital the seller.
Contrast-enhanced supplemental imaging triggers anxiety for many women
Authors of a new paper contend their findings could be beneficial in adapting public messaging related to supplemental imaging to better inform those who may need it.
Specialized ultrasound technique reduces need for breast biopsies by 25%
Ultrasound-guided diffuse optical tomography (US-DOT) is a technique that combines the use of ultrasound with near-infrared light to create 3D pictures of tissues.
Survey data underscore need for tailored AI strategies in different healthcare settings
Researchers with UT Southwestern Medical Center recently surveyed over 900 women about how they view the technology's deployment in screening.

Expert panel develops new breast biopsy guidelines

The recommendations were designed to improve accuracy and safety in diagnosing breast lesions using multiple imaging methods, including DBT, ultrasound and MRI.

Example of the four types of breast tissue density. The density of fibroglandular tissue inside the breast impacts the ability to easily see cancers. Cancers are very easy to spot in fatty breasts, but are almost impossible to find in extremely dense breasts. These examples show craniocaudal mammogram findings characterized as almost entirely fatty (far left), scattered areas of fibroglandular density (second from left), heterogeneously dense (second from right), and extremely dense (far right). RSNA

Molecular imaging ups invasive cancer detection in dense breast tissue, spots lesions missed by DBT

The modality often detects clinically important disease that is missed on standard 3D mammogram screening exams.

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New study suggests link between birth defects and preconception CT imaging

The findings raise concerns about women who are planning on becoming pregnant and imaging-related radiation exposure in the weeks leading up to conception.

Echogenic rinds on ultrasound may signal invasive cancer.

Breast ultrasound finding may signal invasive cancer, research suggests

Though this finding is relatively uncommon, it is expected that the BI-RADS 6th edition ultrasound lexicon will include it as a feature associated with malignancy.

Radiology providers missing the mark when screening disabled women for breast cancer

Only 43% of women with disabilities receive American Society of Breast Surgeons-recommended mammography screening services, according to a new single-center study.

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Short-term breast cancer risk prediction improves when AI combines imaging with personal info

Understanding which women have the greatest short-term risk could enable providers to implement targeted screening strategies to ensure malignancies are caught at the earliest possible stage.

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FDA issues recall of intraoperative imaging system due to safety risks

The system enables surgeons to intraoperatively illuminate cancerous tissue in the breast cavity during lumpectomy surgery.

New care approach cuts breast biopsy referrals by over 50%

Rising imaging volumes have led to an uptick in the unearthing of unexpected breast lesions, with a corresponding jump in follow-up examinations.

Womens Imaging

Handheld breast ultrasound bests automation in 2nd-look lesion detection

Private equity firm sells ownership stake in Solis Mammography

Contrast-enhanced supplemental imaging triggers anxiety for many women

Specialized ultrasound technique reduces need for breast biopsies by 25%

Survey data underscore need for tailored AI strategies in different healthcare settings