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DBT + mammography boosts cancer detection in Norway

By Rebekah Moan

Using digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) with full-field digital mammography (FFDM) detects more cancers and has improved specificity compared with FFDM alone, according to a large study from Norway by Dr. Per Skaane and colleagues and published in Breast Cancer Research and Treatment.

February 19, 2018

Clinical audits promise productivity gains in Russia

By Frances Rylands-Monk

A radiology audit service in Moscow that already assesses 150 CT, MRI, and mammography systems across 64 outpatient departments is gearing up for further expansion. Unified Radiological Information Service is expected to reduce costs for radiology departments.

February 19, 2018

Study: Over 30% of breast cancers missed on breast MRI

By Rebekah Moan

Almost one-third of breast cancers detected in a high-risk screening program using breast MRI were already visible at the last negative MRI scan, Dutch researchers have reported. The results apply to both screen-detected and interval cancers, they added.

February 15, 2018

DenseBreast-info.org to launch European content

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Breast density education group DenseBreast-info.org has announced a plan to launch specialized content for Europe and neighboring countries.

February 13, 2018

Is the mammography debate an example of 'fake science'?

By Brian Casey

In today's world of "fake news" and "alternative facts," is the debate over mammography screening one of "fake science"? It might be, according to a paper published recently in BMC Medical Ethics from a Norwegian researcher who claims to show how breast screening researchers fit facts to suit their beliefs.

February 4, 2018

Breast screening uptake drops to new low in England

By Philip Ward

The proportion of women in England between the ages of 50 and 70 taking up breast screening has fallen to the lowest level in 10 years, according to a new report. The emphasis on the pros and the cons of screening is thought to be behind the drop, but one expert says it's the media's fault.

February 4, 2018

One-view DBT could be sufficient for breast screening

By Rebekah Moan

One-view digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) is not statistically inferior to two-view digital mammography (DM) or two-view DM plus two-view DBT, Dutch researchers have found. Furthermore, one-view DBT could be sufficient for experienced readers, they added.

February 1, 2018

DBT + synthesized 2D mammo detects more cancer

By Rebekah Moan

The combination of digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) with synthesized 2D mammography images increased the cancer detection rate in an Italian breast screening program -- with recall rates and radiation dose similar to full-field digital mammography (FFDM).

January 25, 2018

Volpara names new consulting diagnostic radiologist

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Breast imaging software developer Volpara Solutions has named breast imaging expert Dr. Monica Saini of New Zealand as its consulting diagnostic radiologist.

January 24, 2018

Danish study lauds breast screening, rebuts controversy

By Rebekah Moan

A new Danish study shows breast cancer screening in the country performs well, with a sensitivity of more than 70% and a specificity of nearly 98%. The researchers also refute claims from other studies that question whether pilot screening programs reduced breast cancer mortality and only led to overdiagnosis.

January 10, 2018

3D-printed breast biopsy device boosts accuracy

By Abraham Kim

Researchers from the Netherlands have developed a 3D-printed robot-guided device capable of facilitating MR-guided breast biopsy and improving the accuracy of breast cancer diagnosis. Biopsies can even be performed inside the MRI scanner.

January 10, 2018

Hologic receives CE Mark for breast biopsy system

By AuntMinnieEurope.com staff writers

Women's imaging firm Hologic received the CE Mark for its Brevera breast biopsy system with CorLumina workflow technology.

January 9, 2018

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