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Are Mammograms Safe? Understanding Radiation Exposure and Precautions

Professional Radiology

Mammograms are a crucial diagnostic tool that helps doctors detect early signs of breast cancer and other breast-related issues. The truth is mammograms are generally safe when used properly, and the amount of radiation you’re exposed to is minimal. Radiation exposure is controlled and minimized to ensure patient safety.

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What has radiology learned in 5 years since COVID hit U.S.?

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and radiology has learned much since then, according to experts who directly dealt with the diseases impact. While the pandemic affected medical operations across the country, the experts said that radiologists developed and honed their sense of resiliency as imaging was placed on the front lines.

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Disparities persist in availability of diagnostic breast services

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Women in racial and ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to be provided same-day diagnostic breast imaging services, despite such services being available, according to research published February 18 in Radiology. million screening mammograms. and included 1.1 Hispanic 0.61

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Your Mammogram

Professional Radiology

Maybe you recently decided to try the best 3D mammogram experience in El Paso, have recently moved, changed doctors, or acquired new insurance, and are now going to our imaging center for your annual mammogram. So, why are these prior images so important? So, why are these prior images so important?

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7 ways to reduce healthcare disparities in radiology

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Healthcare disparities continue to plague medical imaging, but there are concrete measures radiologists can take to mitigate them, according to a paper published on October 12 in RadioGraphics. B) A craniocaudal magnified mammogram more clearly shows the irregular mass and pleomorphic calcifications in the medial breast. (C)

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Safeguarding the future of radiology with imaging informatics

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With AI-mediated cyberattacks on the rise, radiologists can find it challenging to balance prompt patient access to diagnostic imaging while safeguarding sensitive healthcare data. However, the evolving radiology informatics landscape in clinical practice presents an ongoing data breach security challenge. Shujah Das Gupta.

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Empowering Women: The Importance of Mammography in Breast Cancer Prevention

Professional Radiology

At Professional Radiology, we believe early detection is the key to effective breast cancer prevention. The Benefits of Regular Mammograms for Women Mammography plays a crucial role in breast cancer prevention by contributing to early detection, which is one of the most effective ways to reduce mortality and improve treatment outcomes.

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