Survey says most women skip their recommended mammogram
Health Imaging
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Women cite a lack of time as the primary reason for not scheduling a mammogram, according to a survey from one large health system.
Health Imaging
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Women cite a lack of time as the primary reason for not scheduling a mammogram, according to a survey from one large health system.
Professional Radiology
OCTOBER 21, 2024
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. Contact us online or call (915) 225-2480 to learn more.
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The Radiology Clinic
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Amidst the battle against this disease, screening mammograms emerge as a crucial tool in early detection and effective treatment. In this blog, we delve into the significance of screening mammograms, their procedure, their benefits, and why they are essential for women’s health. What is a Screening Mammogram?
Imaging Technology
MAY 10, 2024
milla1cf Fri, 05/10/2024 - 08:10 May 10, 2024 — According to the Summa Cum Laude Award-Winning Online Poster presented during the 124th ARRS Annual Meeting , fat-enlarged axillary nodes on screening mammograms can predict high cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk, Type 2 diabetes (T2DM), and hypertension (HTN). Rubino et al. and HTN (OR = 2.5,
AuntMinnie
MAY 6, 2024
A scientific poster on cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk prediction using fat-enlarged axillary nodes visualized on screening mammograms won the Summa Cum Laude Award at the 124th American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) annual meeting. This is defined by the American Heart Association as more than a 7.5%
AuntMinnie
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
The COVID-19 pandemic prompted an increase in the rates of negative mammograms in both screening and diagnostic settings, a study published November 14 in the Journal of Radiology Nursing found. They also found a decrease in the proportion of negative diagnostic mammograms.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
SEPTEMBER 2, 2024
However, abnormal findings on mammograms can lead to women being recalled for additional imaging and biopsies, many of which turn out to be "false positives," meaning they do not result in a cancer diagnosis. Early detection of breast cancer through mammography screening continues to save lives.
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