Imaging Technology

APRIL 4, 2023

Thorwarth, MD, FACR, Chief Executive Officer of the American College of Radiology (ACR) presented testimony to the U.S. House Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee during a March 23 hearing. billion to the NIH for fiscal year (FY) 2024, an increase of $3.5

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The doctors at every mammography facility will have to give the same lay letter to the patients.” Radiology researchers in more recent years have studied different methods of best practice for imaging women with dense breasts. While her mammogram yielded negative results, a subsequent ultrasound found breast cancer.

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The British Institute of Radiology

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Cheryl Cruwys, European Education Coordinator at DenseBreast-info.org/Europe, highlights the importance of understanding the screening and risk implications of dense breast tissue. DenseBreast-info.org’s mission is to advance breast density education and address the gap in knowledge about dense breasts.

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Imaging Technology

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Annual mammograms starting at 40 remain the most effective tool for early diagnosis, significantly reducing mortality rates. For nearly 40 years, the Society of Breast Imaging (SBI) has remained unwavering in its recommendation for annual mammograms starting at age 40, recognizing early detection as the best defense against breast cancer.

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Global Radiology CME

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

A) Mammogram MLO view. Mammogram CC view. A mammogram demonstrated focal asymmetries involving most of the anterior and mid right breast with diffuse skin thickening, trabecular coarsening, increased overall density, and enlarged right axillary lymph nodes. What is the diagnosis? Xray of the Week Figure 1. Breast Cancer.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 5, 2023

radiology resident at Boston Medical Center and Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. The survey was comprised of demographic questions on race, education level, annual household income and insurance payor, as well as scenarios about utilization of breast imaging. There was a variable response rate on questions.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 12, 2024

1 Regular mammograms are critical, but their effectiveness is reduced in women with dense breast tissue, who are four to six times more likely to develop breast cancer.2 1 Regular mammograms are critical, but their effectiveness is reduced in women with dense breast tissue, who are four to six times more likely to develop breast cancer.2

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Mammography Educators

AUGUST 16, 2023

When I started doing mammograms in the late 1980’s, we were just thrown in there. Unlike general radiology, there were no classes that would help us understand breast anatomy, how to position or what our images were supposed to look like. This required all technologists who were performing mammograms to get 40 hours of education.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 2, 2023

DenseBreast-info.org (DBI) is an educational resource developed to provide breast density information to both patients and health care professionals. 1) After a mammogram, other screening tests such as ultrasound, and especially MRI, find additional cancers in dense breasts. Br J Radiol. 2012 Nov;85(1019):1465-70. Epub 2012 Sep 19.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Mammography Screening : Mammograms are detailed X-ray images of the breast, and this guide explains how they are performed, their role in screening, and the recommended frequency for different age groups. The Mammogram Experience : Readers get an idea of what to expect during a mammogram, alleviating any concerns or fears they might have.

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Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

continues to deliver on its commitment to advancing women’s health by unveiling new research in artificial intelligence (AI) and offering innovative educational opportunities at the annual European Congress of Radiology ( ECR ) in Vienna, Austria from February 28 to March 2.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Mammography Screening : The description explains how mammograms work and their significance in regular screenings for women. Recommended Screening Guidelines : The guide outlines recommended screening guidelines, including the age at which women should start regular mammograms and the frequency of screenings.

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Professional Radiology

OCTOBER 27, 2022

This month of the year has been recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month since 1987 when President Ronald Reagan signed a joint resolution by the United States Congress designating the month of October to educate the public about the importance of early detection and prompt treatment for breast cancer. Now is the time.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 11, 2023

mtaschetta-millane Thu, 05/11/2023 - 07:45 May 11, 2023 — The Radiological Society of North America ( RSNA ) has announced the results of the RSNA Screening Mammography Breast Cancer Detection AI Challenge. This diverse well-curated dataset may be used to assess the generalizability to diverse patient populations.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Breast cancer screening with mammography is well used, with 70% of eligible women reporting having undergone a mammogram within the past two years, Sandler noted. Educating primary care providers about lung cancer screening and informing them of eligible patients. Distributing patient-oriented materials regarding lung cancer screening.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 30, 2024

Dissenting views The USPSTF's recommendations differ with many professional organizations, such as the American College of Radiology (ACR), Society of Breast Imaging (SBI), the European Society of Breast Imaging (EUSOBI), and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).

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Vesta Teleradiology

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

So many aspects of our lives have changed since the outbreak of COVID19 ; shopping, working, education, entertainment, and our everyday lives look pretty different, even from a few years ago. The screenings ranged from mammograms, stool blood tests, pap smears, colonoscopies, and HPV tests.

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Mammography Educators

JANUARY 13, 2023

R)(M)(ARRT), CRT(M), FSBI, FNCBC, Director of Education I get calls and emails several times a week from offices that are desperately looking for Mammography Technologists. Radiology Students: Those of you who are working with students, encourage them to choose mammography as a specialty! Written by: Louise C. Miller , R.T.(R)(M)(ARRT),

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Teleradiology & Radiology data for artificial intelligence (AI) Description: This description provides an overview of a resource that focuses on the critical role of mammography in early breast cancer detection, highlighting how it unveils hidden threats and empowers individuals in their breast health journey.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Recommended Screening Guidelines : It discusses the age at which women should begin regular mammograms, as well as the frequency of screenings, in alignment with medical guidelines.

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Radiology Cafe

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

With radiology being the hottest and most technologically advancing speciality, attracting the attention of many doctors, let us have a brief look at how it all began. Radiology has been around for over a century. It has become one of the most important topics of research and development in clinical radiology. (17)

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Imaging Technology

MAY 1, 2024

Supplemental screening with MRI especially has proven benefits and is recognized by the American College of Radiology (ACR) and European Society of Breast Imaging (EUSOBI). to be notified if they have dense breasts or not in their mammogram results letters. In women who cannot have MRI, ultrasound can be considered.

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Mammography Educators

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

R)(M)(ARRT), CRT(M), FSBI, FNCBC, Director of Education When I started writing this blog, I created a list of challenging patients and situations that were not related specifically to positioning challenges (i.e. Never say: "We/the doctor found something on your mammogram that we/they are worried about." Written by: Louise C.

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Mammography Educators

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

R)(M)(ARRT), CRT(M), FSBI, FNCBC, Director of Education There is so much discussion regarding visualization of the Inframammary Fold (IMF) on the Quality Breast Imagers (QBI) Facebook Page , I thought it would be appropriate to write a blog and share my thoughts about recommendations that have been made. Written by: Louise C. Miller , R.T.(R)(M)(ARRT),

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MRI Online

APRIL 19, 2021

Do you write multiple-choice questions (MCQ) for the American Board of Radiology, or the American College of Radiology, or for CME meetings or online/printed CME materials? Preamble – a personal perspective I’ve chaired committees tasked with writing MCQs for high-stakes radiology exams. Direct questions (e.g.,

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