Search Tag: Mammography

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Us-spends-4-billion-per-year-on-breast-cancer-overtreatment

2015 08 Apr

A study published this week in Health Affairs reports that the US spends an estimated $4 billion per year on unnecessary medical expenditures for women between the ages of 40 and 59 who see their doctors for breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. The costs are related to mammograms that generate false alarms ($2.8 billion) and treatment for some...Read more

IMAGING Management

Patients-want-more-info-about-medical-imaging-risk

2015 31 Mar

According to a new study published in Radiology , a substantial gap exists between patient expectations and current practices for providing information about medical imaging tests that use radiation. Researchers say the findings highlight a need for better communication as medicine enters an era of patient-centred care. For the study, researchers...Read more

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Ultrasound-lags-mri-for-supplemental-breast-cancer-screening

2015 01 Mar

Cancer screening of women with dense breast tissue is a subject of great interest to both the medical community and the mass media. In many studies, dense parenchyma has been shown to reduce the sensitivity of mammography to half that of fatty breasts. About 40 percent of women 40 years of age or older have dense breast tissue, which makes supplemental...Read more

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Ecr15-philips-lunch-symposia-early-detection-of-breast-cancer-and-more

2015 25 Feb

In trend with the evolving technology, at ECR 2015 Philips Healthcare will give you an insight into the latest upgrades in the field of radiology. All delegates are welcome to attend. Seats are limited on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive early to ensure your seat.  Saturday, March 7th  12:30 - 13.30  Room N/O Early Detection...Read more

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Carestream-printer-supports-ffdm-cr-mammography-image-output

2015 06 Feb

Carestream Health has announced that its new premium laser imaging system, CARESTREAM DRYVIEW 6950, is now commercially available. The new laser imager is designed to produce rapid output of high-resolution images for all imaging modalities including mammography. DRYVIEW 6950 delivers exceptional diagnostic film quality from 160 to 250 films per hour...Read more

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New-breast-exam-quadruples-breast-cancer-detection

2015 26 Jan

Molecular Breast Imaging (MBI), a new breast imaging technique pioneered at Mayo Clinic, nearly quadruples detection rates of invasive breast cancers in women with dense breast tissue. Results of a major study show that MBI increased the detection rate of invasive breast cancers by more than 360 percent when used in addition to regular screening mammography....Read more

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Rsna14-3d-mammography-improves-cancer-detection-in-dense-breasts

2014 02 Dec

According to a new study being presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), digital breast tomosynthesis, also known as 3D mammography, has the potential to significantly increase the cancer detection rate in mammography screening of women with dense breasts. Breasts that have more fibrous or glandular...Read more

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Rsna14-risk-based-screening-misses-breast-cancers-in-women-in-their-40s

2014 02 Dec

A study of breast cancers detected with screening mammography showed that strong family history and dense breast tissue were commonly absent in women between the ages of 40 and 49 diagnosed with breast cancer, according to researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). "Screening recommendations for this age group continue to be...Read more

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Rsna-2014-new-device-could-reduce-mammography-discomfort

2014 25 Nov

A new device that could result in more comfortable mammography for women is to be presented next week at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).  A study will outline how standardising the pressure applied in mammography could reduce the pain associated with breast compression, without sacrificing image quality....Read more

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Combining-tomosynthesis-and-mammography-is-cost-effective

2014 28 Oct

A new study has found that adding tomosynthesis to biennial digital mammography screening for women with dense breasts may improve breast cancer detection at a reasonable cost relative to biennial mammography screening alone. The incremental cost per quality-adjusted life year (QALY) gained by adding tomosynthesis to mammography screening was $53,893,...Read more

Health Management

Eusobi-increasing-participation-from-europe-and-beyond

2014 31 Aug

Prof. Francesco Sardanelli University of Milan, IRCCS Policlinico San Donato, Milan, Italy President, European Society of Breast Imaging Director, European Network for the Assessment of Imaging in Medicine Prof. Sardanelli,...Read more

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3-minute-breast-mri-better-than-mammography

2014 25 Aug

An accelerated MRI protocol for breast cancer screening takes only three minutes, but data show it is comparable  to a regular MRI which can last as long as 21 minutes, and is more accurate than digital mammography. A proof-of-concept study, published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology , said the accelerated MRI worked as well as regular MRI for...Read more

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Mammography-women-over-75-still-benefit

2014 05 Aug

The value of mammography screening in older women has been much debated over the last few years. While the American Cancer Society recommends annual mammograms in women 75 or older, the US Preventive Services Task Force does not support this recommendation and believes that there is insufficient evidence with respect to its benefits and harm. It is...Read more

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Patient-risk-profiles-improve-mammogramme-readings

2014 19 Jun

Researchers at the University of Texas in Dallas (UTD) have found that breast cancer diagnoses can be improved when radiologists consider a patient’s statistically-weighted risk profile while examining her mammogramme. The new approach should result in a reduction of missed diagnoses and false positives. The study was presented this week at the Advances...Read more

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Sa-mobile-mammo-unit-pinkdrive-deploys-ramsoft-s-pacs

2014 18 Jun

PinkDrive, South Africa’s first mobile mammography units implement PowerServer PACS for their "Early Detection Save Lives" breast cancer program. PinkDrive, a non-profit organisation dependent on donations, reached out to Bidvest in efforts to provide free mammography screening to rural areas where women can’t afford to go see doctors. They...Read more

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Siim-2014-barco-introduces-new-image-enhancing-diagnostic-display-system

2014 16 May

Healthcare imaging specialist Barco announces the launch of its Coronis 5MP LED, a 5MP diagnostic display system for digital breast imaging. The Coronis 5MP LED features a high-bright, low-power LED backlight and proprietary technologies to reduce screen noise, ensure continuous DICOM accuracy, and boost diagnostic luminance. By making subtle...Read more

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Ncbc2014-vucomp-m-vu-breast-density-measurement-technology-to-be-exhibited

2014 06 May

VuComp, Inc. will exhibit its new, automated breast density measurement technology, M-Vu Breast Density, at the American College of Radiology (ACR) 36th National Conference on Breast Cancer (NCBC) from May 8-10 at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. Clinical studies have shown that dense breasts can make breast cancer detection in a mammogram more...Read more

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Symposium-mammographicum-2014-siemens-to-showcase-women-s-health-expertise

2014 30 Apr

Siemens Healthcare will demonstrate its range of mammography, ultrasound and MR breast imaging products at Symposium Mammographicum 2014.  The exhibition, taking place at the Bournemouth International Centre 29th June - 1 July 2014, will include solutions designed specifically for the provision of Women’s Health, including the Mammomat Inspiration Full...Read more

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Belgian-university-hospital-improves-mammography-services-with-sectra-s-pacs

2014 25 Apr

The Vrije Universiteit Brussels has awarded a five-year contract to the IT and medical technology company Sectra for the supply of a breast imaging PACS (system for handling diagnostic images for mammography).  By providing instant access to images including relevant patient history, Sectra’s solution will allow the hospital to improve the quality...Read more

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Northern-ireland-expands-sectra-pacs-contract-to-include-digital-breast-imaging

2014 19 Apr

The department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety in Northern Ireland has expanded its PACS contract with Sectra to include digital breast imaging.  The breast screening centres in the region will benefit immediately from the existing centralised PACS facilitating efficient image handling and information sharing across all of Northern Ireland. ...Read more

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Siim-2014-carestream-to-participate-in-digital-breast-tomosynthesis-session

2014 17 Apr

Carestream’s Vue PACS workstation enhances productivity by allowing users to read digital breast modalities and general radiology exams from a single desktop Carestream will be a panel participant in a session on “Problems and Solutions in Breast Tomosynthesis” to be held during the 2014 meeting of SIIM (Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine). ...Read more

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Vucomp-releases-m-vu-breast-density-version-2-0

2014 16 Apr

Automated breast density measurement technology adds critical dimension to the analysis of breast density beyond volume alone: identifying dense tissue in the breast that could mask cancer and taking into account dispersion of fibroglandular tissue VuCOMP, Inc. has announced the release of an updated version of its M-Vu Breast Density.  The...Read more

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Digital-mammography-lowers-recall-and-biopsy-rates

2014 07 Apr

Findings of a new study associate population-based screening with full-field digital mammography (FFDM) with lower recall and biopsy rates than screen film mammography (SFM).  The research, conducted by Solveig Hofvind, PhD, Cancer Registry of Norway and Oslo University College, in Oslo, Norway, and published online in the journal Radiology,...Read more

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Onedx-unveils-google-glass-as-platform-for-mobile-access-to-health-data

2014 24 Mar

Smart Glasses Harness OneDX Capability to Provide Secure Access to Medical Imaging Studies from PACS and EMRs from any Mobile Device The New Medical Product Server unveiled a new platform at the HIMSS14 Annual Conference and Exhibition: Google Glass for its OneDX® mobile imaging management solution, enabling physicians quick access to medical...Read more

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Vucomp-computer-aided-mammography-detection-installed-at-baptist-health

2014 11 Mar

VuCOMP, Inc. has announced the installation of both the M-Vu Breast Density and M-Vu CAD (Computer-Aided Detection) for Mammography throughout Baptist Health imaging centers in Jacksonville, Florida.   VuCOMP’s Breast Density and CAD systems are designed to provide an unprecedented level of performance to help radiologists find breast cancer...Read more

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Breast-density-why-women-need-to-know

2014 08 Mar

Interviewee Dr. Nancy Cappello, Ph.D. Executive Director and Founder Are You Dense, Inc & Are You Dense Advocacy, Inc. Woodbury, CT USA [email protected]   Interviewed by Claire Pillar Managing Editor HealthManagement   Further information...Read more

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Ecr-2014-volpara-solutions-launches-two-quantitative-breast-imaging-tools

2014 08 Mar

Volpara Solutions has launched VolparaAnalytics and VolparaDose, two new quantitative breast imaging software tools built on the Volpara algorithm, which enables the generation of volumetric measurements, including density, patient specific dose, and applied pressure. Volpara is showcasing the expanded suite of breast imaging software tools for the...Read more

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Early-osteoporosis-detection-improved-in-finland

2014 28 Feb

Public mammography screening provider in Finland mobilises against osteoporosis The Finnish mammography provider Suomen Radiologikeskus Oy has signed an agreement with the IT and medical technology company Sectra to provide osteoporosis assessment in conjunction with public mammography screening in all of Keskus’ nine mammography centers in...Read more

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Ecr-2014-volumetric-breast-imaging-provides-data-for-screening-dense-breasts

2014 28 Feb

Seven Abstracts Accepted for Presentation at ECR Demonstrate Benefit of Volumetric Breast Care Imaging and Analytics Data The ability of volumetric breast imaging data to provide actionable intelligence to guide screening of women with dense breasts with 2D and 3D mammography are among the key abstracts accepted for presentation at the European...Read more

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Breast-tissue-density-irrelevant-for-molecular-imaging

2014 24 Feb

Dense breast tissue is a non-issue for molecular breast imaging According to the findings of a team of radiologists and surgeons at the George Washington University Medical Center in Washington DC, USA, it appears that Molecular Breast Imaging is capable of detecting cancer regardless of breast tissue density.  Recently published in the...Read more