Women’s imaging encompasses many radiology procedures related to women and the diseases that are most prevalent to women such as breast cancer or gynecological issues. Mammogram, breast ultrasound, breast MRI and breast biopsy are the most commonly used procedures.
Penn Medicine experts conducted two randomized clinical trials, with women receiving text message reminders, bulk orders or letters endorsed by their PCP.
Those in their 30s also have seen a nearly 13% uptick in occurrence of the disease, experts detailed in the Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal.
This latest research further confirms that breast MRI not only detects tumors that mammography cannot, but it also spots invasive cases that pose greater risks to patients.
The Dallas-based company says its product incorporates bias-busting algorithms that overcome the lack of diverse populations available for model training.
Women with dense breasts or other heightened risk factors for breast cancer may be on the cusp of receiving 100% coverage for additional imaging beyond standard mammography.
A patient survey revealed that more than one in five women would likely skip indicated follow-up screenings if they had to pay a deductible, even if an initial mammogram revealed abnormalities.
When it comes to breast imaging, a few new technologies have improved the visualization of lesions and diagnostic procedures. But a new modality could change the game completely.
"This was an unneeded burden, which was solely adding to the administrative hassles of medicine," said American Society of Nuclear Cardiology President Larry Phillips.