New 3D mammography helps diagnose breast cancer faster than ever before -
The screening and breast cancer diagnosis is faster and more accurate than ever thanks to the new three-dimensional (3D) mammography used in Herman and Walter Samuelson Care Center northwest.
3D mammography, also called tomosynthesis is a new type of mammogram FDA approved. It is one of the biggest breakthroughs in early detection of breast cancer because it helps to find cancer when it is small and easier to treat.
The technology uses powerful computers to create a stack of very thin high-resolution pictures of the chest instead of the traditional image. These clear and detailed images allow radiologists to differentiate abnormal areas and normal breast tissue because the location, size and shape of abnormal areas are seen more clearly.
The mammography offered to Samuelson Breast Care Center now includes both the new 3D mammography with the traditional two-dimensional (2D) digital mammography. This combined mammography takes only a few seconds longer than digital mammography alone 2D X-ray arm moves over the chest for additional information. X Very low-energy rays are used so that the exposure is well below the limits of the FDA.
"With tomosynthesis, doctors are able to see, even small changes in the breast that often remain hidden with two digital three-dimensional views so that the diagnosis can be made in a timely manner" said Dawn Leonard, MD, medical director of the Samuelson Care Center in northwest. "on the other side of the equation, in many cases, such images can also help us to conclude that a spot is non-cancerous without having to do other procedures. "
three-dimensional mammograms reduce the need to call women back for a second mammogram to get a better look of concern, and they also cut back on the need for biopsies. they can be used in conjunction with the customary digital mammograms or by themselves.
the 3D mammography is particularly beneficial for women at high risk of cancer among those who have a strong family history of the disease and those who have dense tissue of the beast.
The Samuelson Breast Care Center offers these 3D mammograms to all women. Although health insurance companies currently do not cover this service, the Northwest Hospital offers no additional charge during regular digital mammography.
"In Samuelson Care Center, we believe that this new technology enables our patients an edge in the fight against breast cancer, so we offer this service free of charge at this time to remove barriers financial, "said Preeti Gupta, MD, medical director of breast imaging.
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