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MR features delineate invasive breast cancer in lactating women
By Shalmali Pal
Pregnancy-associated breast cancer is often found at an advanced stage, partly because of decreased mammographic sensitivity in the lactating breast. A report released today in Radiology describes how MRI can cut through the increased parenchymal density, glandular volume, and water content of the lactating breast.
October 23, 2005
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Do DMIST results underestimate FFDM's impact?
By Cynthia E. Keen
The results of the landmark Digital Mammographic Imaging Screening Trial (DMIST) likely came as no surprise to radiologists who interpret digital mammograms. But the findings may underestimate the impact of full-field digital mammography (FFDM), according to some mammography experts.
October 23, 2005
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Double Black, WIDE get 510(k) for mammo LCD
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Monitor distributor Double Black Imaging said that its partner WIDE has received Food and Drug Administration 510(k) clearance for its IF2105M LCD system, opening the door for its use in digital mammography applications.
October 20, 2005
iCAD, GWU collaborate on mobile mammo project
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Computer-aided detection (CAD) software developer iCAD is collaborating with George Washington University (GWU) Medical Center in Washington, DC, on a mobile digital mammography project.
October 20, 2005
Sectra signs Petrimed
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Swedish PACS and digital mammography vendor Sectra has inked a distribution agreement with Finnish digital radiology equipment provider Petrimed.
October 20, 2005
Mammography CAD: Getting malpractice insurers on board
Computer-aided detection (CAD) continues to prove itself as the technology that will take mammography to the next level. Despite positive research results, malpractice insurers still have concerns about CAD use and have yet to change their policies. Malpractice insurance consultant T. Lloyd Croft outlines these concerns, and explains how radiology practices can help insurance underwriters realize the technology's benefit and potential to reduce claims.
October 20, 2005
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iCAD unveils Gateway to Digital program
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Computer-aided detection (CAD) and digitizer vendor iCAD has introduced the Gateway to Digital program designed to make the transition to CAD mammography easier and more affordable for breast care facilities.
October 19, 2005
Siemens releases MammoSmart
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Siemens Medical Solutions has introduced MammoSmart, a network-connected interactive breast care product enabling medical imaging centers and hospitals to provide patients with their complete mammography history on a CD or DVD.
October 19, 2005
US-guided core biopsy of nonpalpable breast lesions identifies focal fibrosis
By Radiology Review
(Radiology Review) Korean radiologists recently used the Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS) to evaluate the frequency, imaging features, and clinical relevance of focal fibrosis of the breast diagnosed by a sonographically guided core biopsy of nonpalpable lesions.
October 19, 2005
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Breast MR helps refine partial-breast irradiation
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Breast MRI scans may be able to help physicians determine which patients are most suited for partial-breast irradiation treatment, according to a presentation at this week's American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ASTRO) meeting in Denver.
October 18, 2005
Breast brachytherapy shows good results
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
A study presented at this week's American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ASTRO) meeting in Denver reported good results for accelerated partial-breast irradiation using balloon brachytherapy.
October 18, 2005
Sectra notches digital mammo install
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Swedish IT and medical device vendor Sectra has received an order for its MicroDose Mammography product from the Swedish private-care provider Medicinsk Röntgen.
October 17, 2005
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