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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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Hologic falls short in patent feud with Minerva Surgical
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Women's imaging firm Hologic has lost an appeal to uphold its patent for a method to detect perforations during uterine ablation -- a patent originally contested by medical technology company Minerva Surgical, according to an article in Mass Device.
April 21, 2019
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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Ultrasound in late pregnancy could reduce C-section rate
By Kate Madden Yee
Performing ultrasound scans late in pregnancy helps women avoid undiagnosed breech presentation of their babies, translating to improved clinical outcomes, lower rates of emergency cesarean sections (C-sections), and perhaps even lower healthcare costs, according to a study published April 16 in PLOS Medicine.
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
ACR, SBI rebuff new breast cancer screening guidelines
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The American College of Radiology (ACR) and the Society of Breast Imaging (SBI) said that they oppose new American College of Physicians guidelines that recommend biennial breast cancer screening starting at age 50.
April 8, 2019
ACP pushes breast cancer screening start from 40 to 50
By Kate Madden Yee
The American College of Physicians (ACP) has shifted its guidance on breast screening to a more conservative approach. The ACP is now recommending that women should start breast cancer screening at the age of 50, not 40, and attend every other year, according to new guidance published April 8 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
April 8, 2019
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