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ASBrS: Less-invasive mastectomy safe for more women
By Kate Madden Yee
A type of mastectomy that leaves the surface of the breast intact is a safe option for more women, including those who have breast cancer that has spread to the lymph nodes or who are at risk for surgical complications, according to research presented May 2 at the American Society of Breast Surgeons (ASBrS) meeting in Dallas.
May 2, 2019
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Contrast mammo equals MRI for measuring tumor size
By Kate Madden Yee
Contrast-enhanced digital mammography works just as well as contrast-enhanced breast MRI for measuring breast tumors before surgery, according to a study published April 24 in the British Journal of Radiology.
April 29, 2019
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Breast MRI slashes surgeries for suspicious lesions
By Kate Madden Yee
Contrast-enhanced breast MRI can triage patients with discordant benign breast biopsy results -- helping almost 70% of women in this situation to avoid unnecessary surgery, according to a new study published in the May issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology.
April 28, 2019
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Hologic unveils new specimen radiography system
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Women's imaging vendor Hologic has introduced Trident HD, the next generation of its Trident specimen radiography system.
April 24, 2019
Volpara software awarded certification
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Breast imaging software developer Volpara Solutions has received Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) 690110 certification for the U.S., Canada, Japan, and Australia for the design, development, delivery, and support of the company's software.
April 23, 2019
5 steps for putting abbreviated breast MRI into your practice
By Kate Madden Yee
Breast MRI is the most sensitive tool for detecting breast cancer, but its cost and time requirements often hinder its use, according to a new study published April 17 in the American Journal of Roentgenology. Yet with the development of an abbreviated MRI protocol, the modality is becoming an increasingly viable option.
April 22, 2019
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Women benefit from ACA's ban on mammography co-pays
By Kate Madden Yee
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act's (ACA) elimination of co-pays for screening mammography in 2010 has had a positive benefit for commercially insured women across a variety of racial and income groups, a study published online April 13 in the Journal of Women's Health has found.
April 17, 2019
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Elastography can help characterize breast tumors
By Kate Madden Yee
Breast elastography is an overlooked tool for evaluating breast cancer, especially since it shows promise for helping radiologists distinguish between benign and malignant lesions, according to a presentation delivered at the American Institute for Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) meeting in Orlando, FL.
April 15, 2019
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Elucent Medical gets FDA OK for surgery navigation device
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Medical equipment manufacturer Elucent Medical has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for its EnVisio surgical navigation device.
April 14, 2019
Fujifilm Canada forms medical systems division
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
In a move aimed at expanding its presence in the Canadian radiology market, Fujifilm Canada has created a new medical systems division that will market and sell its diagnostic imaging products in the country.
April 11, 2019
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DBT boosts diagnosis of additional breast cancer
By Kate Madden Yee
Adding digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) to digital mammography boosts diagnostic accuracy for finding additional ipsilateral and contralateral breast cancer in women with nondense breast tissue, according to a study published online April 9 in Radiology.
April 10, 2019
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Study shows benefits of AirXpanders' tissue expander
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
AirXpanders is promoting the results of a study demonstrating several advantages of its AeroForm tissue expander over traditional saline expanders for breast reconstruction.
April 8, 2019
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