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Breast MRI develops role as surgical planning tool
As breast MRI solidifies its role in the screening of certain high-risk patients, increasing numbers of breast surgeons and radiologists are examining its use as a surgical planning tool as well. They're finding that using breast MRI prior to surgery catches areas of occult disease, enables the development of better surgical plans, and decreases resection rates for breast cancer patients.
September 1, 2008
Grobmyer Stephen
Making the business case for dedicated breast MRI
While evidence grows in support of the clinical efficacy of breast MRI, making a business case for installing a dedicated system can still be a challenge. Any facility considering the plunge must analyze various factors, from procedure volume to staffing needs to reimbursement.
September 1, 2008
Shermis Robin
Breast MRI gains momentum for screening high-risk women
Advocates of breast MRI screening won a major victory in 2007, when the American Cancer Society (ACS) published new guidelines recommending that women at high risk for breast cancer augment their annual mammogram with an annual breast MRI. But breast MRI proponents shouldn't rest on their laurels, as more work remains to ensure that breast MRI screening is available to all women who would benefit from it.
September 1, 2008
Kuhl Christiane
'Stereo mammograms' aim to improve 3D visualization
By Kate Madden Yee
As digital mammography has come into mainstream clinical practice, stereoscopic digital mammography has become a practical possibility, according to Emory researchers. They have been investigating the efficacy of stereo mammograms along with partner BBN Technologies, which has developed a workstation that allows radiologists to see 2D exams in 3D.
August 28, 2008
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Aurora adds MA install
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Breast MRI technology developer Aurora Imaging Technology has installed its 1.5-tesla dedicated breast MRI system at Beverly Hospital in Danvers, MA.
August 27, 2008
A guide to breast imaging excellence; Minnies deadline looms
By Brian Casey
August 20, 2008
Secrets to success: Gaining breast imaging market share
By Kate Madden Yee
Regular mammography exams are a key factor in breast health, and breast imaging centers can gain market share by expressing a genuine desire to help women stay healthy via their services, offerings, and the professionalism of their staff.
August 20, 2008
Meta Imaging nets 510(k) for breast system
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Meta Imaging Solutions has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its Chrysalis breast displacement system.
August 19, 2008
Intelerad, Three Palm partner
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
PACS vendor Intelerad Medical Systems has signed a partnership agreement with breast imaging software developer Three Palm Software.
August 18, 2008
ART grows revenues in Q2
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Medical device firm ART Advanced Research Technologies credits the transition to a direct distribution model for its increase in revenues in the second quarter.
August 17, 2008
Naviscan nets NYC customer
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
PET developer Naviscan has added Manhattan Diagnostic Radiology in New York City to its client list.
August 12, 2008
Dilon unveils new portable gamma camera
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Scintimammography developer Dilon Technologies has introduced the Dilon 6800 Access, a transportable version of its Dilon 6800 gamma camera.
August 11, 2008
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