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.

ACR outlines key changes in the new BI-RADS guidelines
American College of Radiology Chief Executive Officer Dana Smetherman, MD, explains the highlights of the recent BI-RADS Version 2025 release, the first update in more than a decade.
Health insurer Highmark will provide 100% coverage for all diagnostic breast imaging
The new policy applies to all health plans across Pennsylvania, New York, West Virginia and Delaware, “removing financial barriers for essential breast cancer diagnostics.”
Hologic issues safety alert for breast biopsy needles
The safety notice was issued due to the risk of pieces of the needles dislodging into tissue during procedures.
North American imaging experts endorse new international breast biopsy guidelines
The group was recently asked to provide input on a new set of recommendations for image-guided biopsies of suspicious breast lesions—offering providers clarity on key clinical scenarios.
American College of Radiology criticizes prominent study pushing for new approach to breast cancer screening
Published Friday in JAMA, scientists recently explored a risk-based mammography tactic that tailors regular imaging regimens to each individual’s danger of developing the disease.

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.

Screening recommendations are disputed, so when are women actually starting their annual mammograms?

The responses of 1,948 women aged 40 to 49 were detailed recently in Academic Radiology, where researchers offered detailed insight into what factors influence women at average risk of breast cancer to seek or delay screening at certain ages.

COVID-19 medical imaging examples of various clinical presentations. SARS-CoV-2 clinical imaging presentations.

PHOTO GALLERY: What does COVID-19 look like on medical imaging?

This image gallery shows what the various clinical presentations associated with the COVID-19 virus that have been documented during the coronavirus pandemic.

Following inspection failures, 2 mammography centers have 2 different outcomes

The FDA’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) has updated the status of two previously disaccredited mammography operations, rehabilitating the reputation of one while showing the other in limbo.

94% of silicone breast implant recipients neglect FDA screening recommendations

Since 2006, the FDA has recommended MRI screenings as a way to detect asymptomatic breast implant ruptures—but many patients seem unaware of or are actively ignoring the guidance.

Research offers new guidance on managing architectural distortion visualized on DBT exams

Multiple areas of architectural distortion visualized on digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) exams are likely to produce high-risk pathology results.

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network has published new patient-friendly breast cancer screening guidelines

The new guidelines put emphasis on the age at which average-risk women should begin annual screening and breast assessments.

Despite mandated coverage, nearly half of women are concerned about OOP breast cancer screening expenses

Women who skipped screening due to financial concerns outnumbered those who were not screened due to logistical issues such as scheduling and transportation conflicts, new survey data reveals.

Womens Imaging

ACR outlines key changes in the new BI-RADS guidelines

Health insurer Highmark will provide 100% coverage for all diagnostic breast imaging

Hologic issues safety alert for breast biopsy needles

North American imaging experts endorse new international breast biopsy guidelines

American College of Radiology criticizes prominent study pushing for new approach to breast cancer screening