AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 27, 2023

An act making mammograms more accessible in Illinois is now in lawmakers’ hands. Coverage for molecular breast imaging will be required and, in those cases where it is not already covered, breast MRI will also be covered.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 16, 2023

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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Health Imaging

AUGUST 11, 2024

A screen first approach for women who present with breast pain decreases healthcare spending without the risk of overlooking cancer, new analysis shows.

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Pure Mammography

MARCH 5, 2024

If you’re in your 30’s, you may be wondering if it’s time to add a yearly mammogram to your healthcare routine. When Does the American Cancer Society Recommend Starting Mammograms? Continue to get mammograms if you’re in good health and expect to live an additional 10 years. One such state is New York State.

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TRA Medical Imaging

MARCH 27, 2023

What’s the difference between Screening and Diagnostic Mammogram? During a diagnostic mammogram, the images are analyzed in real-time. During a diagnostic mammogram, the images are analyzed in real-time. Sometimes additional mammogram images are taken.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 16, 2024

Previous reports suggest that more patients and healthcare providers are using online portals, with self-scheduling options aiming to increase patient satisfaction, appointment attendance, and accountability. Additionally, they seek to help with healthcare costs and efficiency. The study included 23,150 diagnostic mammograms, with 82.8%

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Midstate Radiology Associates

JUNE 10, 2021

A swollen or enlarged lymph node identified during a mammogram can be a sign of breast cancer or lymphoma. If this timeline is not possible, patients should continue to attend all recommended appointments and be prepared to provide information about their recent vaccine before a mammogram. Why Are Swollen Lymph Nodes Concerning?

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

GE HealthCare (GEHC) has launched its new Pristina Via mammography system designed to enhance the breast screening experience for both technologists and patients.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 2, 2024

26, 2024 — GE HealthCare has introduced the Pristina Via* mammography system designed to enhance the screening experience for both technologists and patients. The Pristina platform is supported by GE HealthCare service contracts and warranty, under which the Pristina systems demonstrate a 99% uptime. GE HealthCare Data on File.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Introduction: Regular mammograms are rays of assurance, providing comfort and playing a vital role in safeguarding women’s health. This blog explores the significance of regular mammograms, emphasizing their importance in early breast cancer detection and peace of mind.

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AuntMinnie

JUNE 19, 2024

However, it's also a moment to acknowledge the persistent disparities that continue to affect Black communities, particularly in healthcare. These disparities are not merely statistical outliers but indicative of systemic issues within our healthcare system. and a time to reflect on our progress toward equality and justice.

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Future Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Teleradiology & Radiology data for artificial intelligence (AI) Introduction: Breast cancer awareness is a vital component of public health, and mammograms play a crucial role in early detection. The Significance of Mammograms: A Preventive Snapshot: Establish the importance of mammograms in the early detection of breast cancer.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Recently, new recommendations regarding screening mammograms have been introduced. In this article, we’ll examine the latest screening mammogram recommendations, discuss their implications, and explore whether they address all aspects of breast cancer screening comprehensively.

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Imaging Technology

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

“Forty percent of women of mammography age have dense breasts and mammograms miss about 40% of cancers in dense breasts,” said Wendie Berg, MD, PhD, FACR , Professor, Department of Radiology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine , and DBI Chief Scientific Advisor. DenseBreast-info, Inc.,

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Imaging Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Lunit's AI assigns each breast a score from 0 to 100, with higher values indicating a greater likelihood of cancer being present on the current mammogram. The double reading of mammograms, though the standard of care in Denmark and other European regions, is resource-intensive and demands significant radiologist time.

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Vesta Teleradiology

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

This change brings critical updates to mammography practices, promising greater transparency and more personalized healthcare. Let’s explore what this new rule entails and what it means for healthcare facilities and their patients. What Does This Mean for Healthcare Facilities? What is the?

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Imaging Technology

AUGUST 1, 2023

Findings, published in the European Society of Medicine ’s journal Medical Research Archives , show suboptimal utilization of annual screening mammograms among low-income Black women and several reported barriers. Only 31 percent had a documented mammogram in the EHR within the past two years. percent were unemployed and 13.3

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Vesta Teleradiology

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

In the pursuit of equitable healthcare in the United States, it is imperative to address the unique needs and challenges faced by all populations, including Native American communities. Despite advancements in healthcare delivery, disparities persist, particularly among Indigenous peoples. years compared to the national average.

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Professional Radiology

AUGUST 28, 2023

Women’s health is an essential topic that should be discussed every day, especially in the healthcare sector. 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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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 9, 2023

Introduction: Breast imaging is a unique blend of artistry and technology, and mammograms serve as a vital tool in this realm. The post Breast Imaging Insights: Navigating the Artistry and Technology of Mammograms (Chhattisgarh, Sakti, Dhamtari, Raipur, Durg, Baloda Bazar, Kondagaon) appeared first on Future Teleradiology.

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Intermountain Medical Imaging

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

IMI joins SLHP, providing quality and affordable medical imaging to the Treasure Valley Healthcare Community {Boise, Idaho, February 15, 2024} SLHP members now have more options when it comes to accessing medical imaging within the Treasure Valley.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 10, 2024

A deep-learning algorithm can rule out the presence of breast cancer on screening mammograms, improving specificity and yielding significant workflow and downstream savings, according to research published April 10 in Radiology. dataset 1: 143,593 mammograms interpreted by 11 breast radiologists from 2008 to 2017 U.S. institution.

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Wendie Berg, MD, PhD, from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Magee-Womens Hospital said that for the 40% of women who have dense breasts, cancers are more likely to develop and are more likely not to be seen on the mammogram. The study can be found here.

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Future Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Teleradiology-in-Flat-World Introduction : In the realm of modern medicine, diagnostic tools such as X-Rays, mammograms, and CAT scans play a crucial role in identifying and understanding various health conditions. Legal and Ethical Implications: Inaccurate interpretation may have legal consequences for healthcare professionals.

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Imaging Technology

MARCH 20, 2024

Almost 24,000 women were examined only with 2D mammograms, while another group of 16,000 was also evaluated with breast tomosynthesis. In other words, the likelihood of being diagnosed with an interval cancer was 49% lower in women who were also screened with the '3D mammogram'. per thousand people, while in the second it was 0.93.

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Imaging Technology

JULY 29, 2024

As the first country in the Middle East to implement AI across the entire screening program, we're reinforcing Qatar's commitment to high-quality healthcare for women across the country." The implementation follows a successful retrospective validation phase that began in March 2023.

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AuntMinnie

MARCH 29, 2024

The reduction for the bilateral mammogram 77066 was 1.36%, reflecting an increase in RVU valuation that somewhat offsets the conversion factor cut. Healthcare Administrative Partners will continue to keep you abreast of the Medicare payment system.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 16, 2023

Further, the task force incorrectly concludes there is “inadequate” evidence to support adding screening MRI (or ultrasound if MRI is not possible) after a mammogram for many women with dense breasts. In women with the densest breasts, about 40% of cancers are missed on a mammogram. But women with dense breasts are at higher risk.

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Vesta Teleradiology

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Social media is an ever-changing landscape, but it remains one of the best ways for healthcare facilities to reach and engage with current and potential patients. If you’re a healthcare facility looking to get started on social media, here are a few tips to help. Does your facility offer mammograms or other diagnostic imaging services?

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Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

These findings underscore ProFound AI’s transformative power to improve breast healthcare,” said Dana Brown , president and CEO of iCAD. For radiologists, these latest enhancements further improve and facilitate their reading of mammograms.” Detailed information may be found here. Parghi et al.,

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 2, 2024

AI Integration in Breast Screening The adoption of Lunit INSIGHT MMG at Capio S:t Göran Hospital marks a global milestone in AI-driven healthcare. Previously, the waiting time for a clinical mammogram was five to six weeks. Additionally, it reduces recall rates, sparing more women the stress and anxiety of a potential cancer diagnosis.

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Imaging Technology

AUGUST 29, 2023

milla1cf Tue, 08/29/2023 - 15:55 August 29, 2023 — Mammograms are an essential part of preventive healthcare, and when an initial review reveals a suspicious lesion, additional imaging and/or invasive breast biopsies could be the next step in diagnosis.

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Aidoc

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Breast cancer screening plays a vital role in women’s healthcare, providing early detection that can significantly affect treatment outcomes. Key aspects of the ruling include: Mandatory Disclosure : Providers must inform women if they have dense breasts and explain how density can affect mammogram results and cancer risk.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 26, 2023

Using nearly 160,000 full-field digital mammogram images that were assigned density values on a visual analogue scale by experts (radiologists, advanced practitioner radiographers, and breast physicians) from 39,357 women, the researchers developed a procedure for estimating the density score for each mammogram image.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 2, 2023

1) After a mammogram, other screening tests such as ultrasound, and especially MRI, find additional cancers in dense breasts. To date, only sixteen states and the District of Columbia (2) have laws that require insurance coverage for screening beyond mammograms for higher risk women and/or those with dense tissue. Br J Radiol.

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AuntMinnie

AUGUST 6, 2024

These findings can help breast imagers estimate the expected outcomes of supplemental ultrasound screening according to a woman’s risk level and assist in determining which women with dense breasts may be good candidates for supplemental ultrasound screening after a negative mammogram,” Sprague told AuntMinnie.com.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 2, 2024

Saige-Dx is intended to be used on women 35 years old and older, and it is not intended to replace a physician's own review of a mammogram. The outputs of Saige-Dx are intended to be used as a concurrent reading aid for interpreting physicians on screening mammograms with compatible digital breast tomosynthesis hardware.

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