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.

Reimbursement for contrast-enhanced mammography is on the rise
New global survey data suggest organizations have not let the lack of reimbursement affect their decision to implement CEM.
Explainable AI boosts breast cancer detection on MRI
Experts involved in the model's development are hopeful their take on explainable AI can reduce problematic false positive rates common in breast MRI.
RadNet inks AI deal with 1 of Southern California’s largest health networks
Under the agreement, three affiliates of the Heritage Provider Network will reimburse RadNet for its Enhanced Breast Cancer Detection program.
Eye-tracking reveals radiologists' reading habits when utilizing AI support
Rather than test artificial intelligence's ability to detect malignant lesions on imaging, researchers instead recently explored how it impacts radiologists' interpretation processes.
Survey unearths confusion among women around when to start mammograms
Among 1,600 U.S. adults surveyed, about 49% said they know that age 40 is when women at average risk should begin screening.

America’s cancer burden is shifting from men to women

Incidence rates among women 50 to 64 have now surpassed those of men, while cancer rates for females under 50 are 82% higher than their male counterparts, the ACS reports.

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Researcher scans herself 75 times to study effects of birth control on brain health

The postdoctoral research fellow hopes her research will provide greater insight into how the use of oral birth control impacts physical and mental health.

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Several states propose legislation to bolster coverage for supplemental breast imaging

Those proposing breast imaging-related measures so far in 2025 have included Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Indiana, Missouri, New York, South Carolina, Utah and Virginia, ACR reports.

Standard contrast protocols may be 'overdosing' women with the imaging agent

New research suggests female patients attenuate significantly more contrast media in their vessels and organs compared to men.

Commercially available AI increases breast cancer detection by nearly 20%

Results from the world’s largest prospective artificial intelligence study revealed the system could significantly benefit breast cancer screening programs.

Use of POCUS during first trimester slashes pregnancy-related ED visits

“POCUS in early pregnancy helps clinicians more efficiently and accurately diagnose problems without compromising the quality of needed first trimester assessments—saving time, money and stress for patients.”

FDA seeking nominations for mammography advisory committee

The National Mammography Quality Assurance Advisory Committee provides guidance and recommendations related to the standards by which facilities are regulated.

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Tattoo ink a promising option for localizing sentinel axillary lymph nodes

In some cases, the method even helps to home in on sentinel nodes that may not have been identified during prior biopsy.

Womens Imaging

Reimbursement for contrast-enhanced mammography is on the rise

Explainable AI boosts breast cancer detection on MRI

RadNet inks AI deal with 1 of Southern California’s largest health networks

Eye-tracking reveals radiologists' reading habits when utilizing AI support

Survey unearths confusion among women around when to start mammograms