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.
Earlier this year, Kansas lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 409, seeking to close insurance gaps for women who need follow-up scans after screening mammography.
Since breast cancer screening exams are routinely completed annually or bi-annually, experts believe the tool could help spot signs of developing cardiovascular disease prior to it progressing.
"Addressing each disparity will require multiple interventions with concerted efforts from lawmakers, lobbyists, scientists and clinicians," experts charge.
The San Francisco-based company says the updates will accelerate radiology workflows by removing administrative burdens and freeing up radiologists to spend more time reviewing imaging exams instead.
The method targets cancer stem cells, which are highly tumorigenic and known to play a significant role in relapse, cancer spread and treatment resistance.
Considering the often-aggressive nature of interval breast cancer, the findings could represent a significant step toward improving patient outcomes, authors of a new research paper suggest.