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.

FDA shares update on breast biopsy needle shortage
The supply shortfall pertains to Brevera Breast Biopsy System Disposable 9 Gauge Needles manufactured by Hologic.
Commercially available AI can spot breast cancer 6 years sooner
“Analyzing the AI scores of screened individuals over time could provide insight into how early detectable changes arise, potentially allowing for earlier intervention," researchers write in Radiology.
Mammography could identify millions of women in need of preventive cardiology care
Experts say these findings could offer radiology providers the opportunity to intervene before cardiovascular conditions worsen.
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.

RadNet subsidiary gets green light for breast density AI

The FDA has cleared software that automatically assesses density of breast tissue on mammography.

ACR recommendations result in 15-fold increase in breast MRI eligibility among cancer survivors

Prior to 2018, it was recommended that women at higher-than-average risk undergo supplemental breast MRI screening only if they had a personal history of breast cancer in addition to carrying a hereditary breast cancer gene mutation.

Imaging industry names in the news: Koning, Medality, QT Imaging, Rezolut, Scanslated, more

Noteworthy market developments listed in the order announcements were posted.

Regulatory hurdles cleared by MedCognetics, Novartis

The Dallas-based company says its product incorporates bias-busting algorithms that overcome the lack of diverse populations available for model training.

Find It Early Act takes flight on Capitol Hill

Women with dense breasts or other heightened risk factors for breast cancer may be on the cusp of receiving 100% coverage for additional imaging beyond standard mammography.

Experts offer tips for improving breast density notifications

These notifications can sometimes leave many patients feeling even more bewildered about their mammogram results than they were before being made aware of their dense tissue.

AI is still one of the key technologies on the floor many radiologists want to learn more about. of the AI. A product rep discussing breast automated detection AI in the crowded Lunit booth at RSNA 2022.

9 technology trends and takeaways from RSNA 2022

Here are some interesting new technologies and key trends from the vast expo floor at the Radiological Society of North America 2022 meeting.

Examples of breast imaging. What does breast imaging look like? What does breast cancer look like? What do radiologists look for on mammograms?

New findings ‘challenge the use of imaging surveillance’ after any mastectomy

Regardless of whether or not they received reconstructive surgery, post-mastectomy patients probably need no follow-up imaging for breast cancer.

Womens Imaging

FDA shares update on breast biopsy needle shortage

Commercially available AI can spot breast cancer 6 years sooner

Mammography could identify millions of women in need of preventive cardiology care

AI triage tool slashes breast cancer screening workloads by 77%

Women on GLP-1 medications may be less likely to develop breast cancer