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.

How often does mid-treatment imaging change how cancers are managed?
Imaging might not drive as many treatment adjustments as previously believed, according to a new meta-analysis.
AI ups breast cancer detection post-mastectomy
Even with thorough treatment and surgery, women with a personal history of breast cancer are at increased risk of developing second cancers in the future.
New AI-enabled platform could be 'game changer' for opportunistic screening in women
The platform was designed to enhance the early detection of health conditions known to affect women in their 40s and older, including breast cancer, cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis.
Routine interventional procedure may present new endometriosis treatment option
Known to be extremely painful at times, many women with endometriosis consider flare-ups of the condition to be debilitating.
Rising rates of interval breast cancers have experts calling for more risk-based screenings
A new analysis suggests interval cancer rates among women with a prior history of breast cancer may be as high as 30%.

Prioritizing mammogram reads based on breast density improves radiologist performance

Amid staffing shortages and rising imaging volumes, practices are seeking ways to increase efficiency, and Dutch scientists may have found a solution.

AI accurately predicts breast cancer years before diagnosis

This information could help providers personalize breast cancer screening strategies and initiate treatment earlier.

Senators seek national coverage for supplemental breast imaging

Sens. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., and Roger Marshall, MD, R-Kan., introduced the companion version of the Find It Early Act over a year after the House bill was proposed.

Over half of eligible women skip their mammogram

According to new survey data, nonadherence is not for lack of concern about the disease—75% of the women surveyed reported being concerned about their breast health.

Breast cancer rates are on the rise, new report reveals

This week, the American Cancer Society’s annual Breast Cancer Statistics report revealed several eye-opening figures.

Post-mastectomy radiation therapy can be safely shortened prior to breast reconstruction

New research suggests that treatment regimens can be nearly halved without increasing the risk of recurrence or complications further down the road.

Patients covered by Medicaid less likely to undergo 20-week ultrasound during pregnancy

Babies born to women with public insurance also face lower odds of being diagnosed with congenital heart defects before birth, new research suggests.

Breast arterial calcifications (BACs) identified on screening mammograms may help identify women who face a heightened risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to a new analysis published in Clinical Imaging.

Younger women with breast arterial calcifications are at markedly higher risk of major cardiovascular events

Currently, there is no standardized reporting requirement related to BACs, and ACR classifies reporting vascular calcifications on breast imaging as optional.

Womens Imaging

How often does mid-treatment imaging change how cancers are managed?

AI ups breast cancer detection post-mastectomy

New AI-enabled platform could be 'game changer' for opportunistic screening in women

Routine interventional procedure may present new endometriosis treatment option

Rising rates of interval breast cancers have experts calling for more risk-based screenings