Search Tag: breast cancer
Breast-imaging-in-high-risk-populations
2012 04 Oct
Recent evidence suggests that contrast-enhanced breast MRI is becoming an established technique that offers good quality in safety, performance and patient outcomes. In this article, Prof. Francesco Sardanelli, a frequently invited speaker and educator on this topic at international meetings, writes about the growing effectiveness of breast MRI, the...Read more
Alternative-target-for-breast-cancer-drugs
2013 23 Jul
Scientists have identified higher levels of a receptor protein found on the surface of human breast tumour cells that may serve as a new drug target for the treatment of breast cancer. The results, which are published in EMBO Molecular Medicine, show that elevated levels of the protein Ret, which is short for “Rearranged during transfection”, are associated...Read more
Some-women-with-abnormal-breast-lesions-may-avoid-surgery
2013 30 Jul
Women with a type of breast tissue abnormality associated with a higher risk of cancer may not always need surgery, according to a new study published online in the journal Radiology. Researchers said that periodic imaging and clinical exam are effective in these patients when radiology and pathology findings are benign and in agreement. Atypical...Read more
30-percent-reduction-in-breast-cancer-screening-recall-rate-with-tomosynthesis-new-study
2013 30 Jul
Digital tomosynthesis is effective in reducing the recall rate in breast cancer screening, according to a new study published online in the journal Radiology. Tomosynthesis is similar to mammography in that it relies on ionising radiation to generate images of the breast. However, unlike conventional mammography, tomosynthesis allows for three-dimensional...Read more
Breast-cancer-subtypes-now-identifiable-via-new-imaging-technique
2013 18 Oct
Findings of a study published in Cancer Research, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research, reveal that metabolic activity in cancer cells can now be measured via a new optical imaging technique, enabling accurate differentiation of breast cancer subtypes. Early detection of treatment responses is possible as soon as two days following...Read more
Ge-healthcare-s-somo-vtm-automated-breast-ultrasound-receives-best-in-klas-award
2013 31 Oct
GE Healthcare has issued a statement to announced that the somo•vTM INSIGHT System has been named category leader and awarded the first place in Women’s Imaging (Specialty) in the 2013 Best in KLAS Awards: Medical Equipment & Infrastructure Report. This report publishes healthcare providers’ ranking of imaging, infrastructure vendors and pharmacy...Read more
Breast-cancer-biopsies-made-easier-by-combining-imaging-techniques
2013 07 Nov
Fraunhofer scientists working on the MARIUS project are in the process of developing a new tissue sample extraction method that is both easier on the patient and more cost-effective, and they are scheduled to present their innovative technology which combines MR and ultrasound imaging at MEDICA 2013 in Düsseldorf. Whether a breast tumor is...Read more
Age-matters-in-short-term-quality-of-life-post-breast-biopsy
2013 19 Nov
New research entitled “Percutaneous Breast Biopsy: Effect on Short-term Quality of Life.” And published online in the journal ‘Radiology’ states that breast biopsies can have an adverse affect on quality of life in the short term, with younger patients being more impacted. Annually, over half a million US women undergo breast biopsy. When a...Read more
Rsna-2013-hologic-to-showcase-its-3d-imaging-portfolio
2013 22 Nov
3D Mammography, Hologic's game-changing breast cancer screening technology, is a major focus at the largest radiology gathering in the world Hologic, Inc., a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium diagnostic products, medical imaging systems and surgical products, with an emphasis on serving the healthcare needs of women,...Read more
Rsna-2013-klas-brief-breast-imaging-is-changing
2013 03 Dec
With increasing emphasis at RSNA around women's imaging, KLAS investigates how that imaging landscape is changing As breast-density regulations become ever more prevalent, healthcare providers are increasingly turning to ultrasound and tomosynthesis technology. The latest KLAS brief entitled 3 Things You Need to Know About Breast Imaging, finds...Read more
Rsna-2013-new-siemens-mammomat-fusion-launched-for-midrange-price-segment
2013 03 Dec
Mammomat Fusion enhances current portfolio of mammography systems New, robust detector for high image quality at optimized dose More efficiency thanks to integrated technologies from premium segment Siemens is presenting the mammography system Mammomat Fusion for screening and diagnostics at the annual conference of the Radiological Society...Read more
Rsna-2013-breast-cancer-risk-related-to-changes-in-breast-density-as-women-age
2013 03 Dec
Automated breast density measurement can predict breast cancer risk in younger women, and that risk may be related to the rate at which breast density changes in some women as they age, according to research being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Breast density, as determined by mammography,...Read more
Rsna-2013-mr-guided-ultrasound-offers-noninvasive-treatment-for-breast-cancer
2013 04 Dec
A technique that uses focused ultrasound under magnetic resonance (MR) guidance to heat and destroy tumors may offer a safe and effective treatment for breast cancer, according to research presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). MR-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) ablation is a noninvasive technique...Read more
Rsna-2013-breast-cancer-prognosis-potentially-affected-by-screening-intervals
2013 04 Dec
In a study of screening mammography-detected breast cancers, patients who had more frequent screening mammography had a significantly lower rate of lymph node positivity—or cancer cells in the lymph nodes—as compared to women who went longer intervals between screening mammography exams. Results of the study were presented at the annual meeting of...Read more
Rsna-2013-innovative-ge-healthcare-technology-advances-cancer-care
2013 06 Dec
In their sustained commitment to accelerating cancer innovation and assembling tools to fight the disease, GE Healthcare, a unit of General Electric Company, showcased the company’s broad portfolio of advanced cancer treatment solutions at the 2013 Radiological Society of North America annual meeting. GE’s technological innovations include Positron...Read more
Carestream-s-web-based-vue-solutions-selected-for-premier-women-s-radiology-practice
2013 11 Dec
Carestream’s RIS Scheduling Module is Integrated with PenRad’s Mammography Information System Premier Women’s Radiology (Bonita Springs, Fla.) purchased and installed a Carestream Vue Mammography PACS, Vue Mammo Workstation and Carestream’s new digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) module for the storage and display of all mammography exams including...Read more
Vucomp-offers-innovative-breast-density-measurement-tool
2013 28 Dec
VuCOMP, Inc. announced the launch of M-Vu Breast Density, a new radiology tool that enables clinicians to automatically assess breast density based on a digital mammogram. According to recent clinical studies, extensive breast density can contribute to making mammogram-based breast cancer detection more challenging and consequently, high density...Read more
Philips-first-ever-spectral-breast-density-measurement-application-fda-approved
2014 08 Jan
Current methodology for breast density assessment can be subjective and is limited to manual and visual inspection of the mammography image. Philips’ Spectral Breast Density Measurement Application available on the MicroDose SI mammography system measures the amount of fibroglandular tissue over the whole breast to objectively determine a volumetric...Read more
Delphinus-breast-ultrasound-tomography-receives-usfda-approval
2014 09 Jan
Delphinus Medical Technologies, Inc., innovator and developer of a new ultrasound platform that images the entire breast, has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the SoftVueTM whole breast ultrasound tomography system, approved for diagnostic breast imaging. Delphinus is the first company to design and manufacture...Read more
Barco-expands-support-of-breast-imaging-workshops-to-train-radiologists
2014 20 Jan
Barco, a worldwide leader in enterprise visualisation, has teamed up with Mammography Education Inc. to supply its latest mammography display systems and dedicated support for hands-on mammography CME courses designed to teach radiologists how to detect early-phase breast cancers. Barco is a long-time sponsor of these workshops conducted by...Read more
Arab-health-2014-hologic-to-showcase-award-winning-3d-mammography-platform
2014 28 Jan
With an emphasis on improving lives, Hologic is focused on bringing the latest in diagnostic innovations to the fast growing Gulf region Hologic, Inc., a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium diagnostic products, medical imaging systems and surgical products, with an emphasis on serving the healthcare needs of women, will feature...Read more
Photon-counting-technique-increases-detection-rate-in-screening-mammography
2014 04 Feb
According to a study published online in the journal Radiology digital mammography screening with new photon-counting technique offers high diagnostic performance. With digital technology a range of computed radiography (CR) and direct radiography (DR) systems have emerged in mammography screening. The photon-counting technique is a promising...Read more
World-cancer-day-why-it-s-crucial-to-debunk-cancer-myths
2014 04 Feb
Cancer Myths: Why it’s Crucial to Debunk Them With one third of all cancer cases being potentially preventable, it’s very important to know the signs and symptoms of cancer 4th February 2014 is World Cancer Day, an opportunity for the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to raise one voice in improving general knowledge surrounding...Read more
Cocir-raises-awareness-of-industry-achievements-on-world-cancer-day-2014
2014 04 Feb
Today is World Cancer Day 2014 and COCIR, the non-profit trade association of the European Radiological, Electromedical and Healthcare IT Industry, wants to take this opportunity to raise awareness of what our sector is contributing to the fight against cancer by providing solutions for the prevention, early diagnosis and treatment of this devastating,...Read more
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
Three-new-peer-reviewed-publications-further-validate-the-benefits-of-hologic-tomosynthesis
2014 12 Feb
Research supports the use of Hologic's lower dose 3D mammography technology and the continued use of two-views over one in breast cancer screening Hologic, Inc., a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium diagnostic products, medical imaging systems and surgical products, with an emphasis on serving the healthcare needs of women,...Read more
Canadian-study-annual-screening-does-not-reduce-breast-cancer-deaths
2014 13 Feb
According to a new Canadian study published on the website of the British Medical Journal, yearly breast screening of women aged 40-59 does not reduce mortality from breast cancer beyond that of physical examination or usual care. In addition, screening resulted in over-diagnosis (22%), representing one over-diagnosed breast cancer for every...Read more
Improved-ultrasound-imaging-enables-tumour-visualisation
2014 18 Feb
An innovative new technique developed by UNC researchers could enable doctors to visualise tumours without using radiation in a more cost effective way. Compared to X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs, ultrasound not only provides an alternative which is less expensive, but more importantly, it is a radiation-free technology for detecting and monitoring...Read more
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
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