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Breast Cancer
Study shows digital tomosynthesis may offer a more specific breast screening technique
December 29th, 2005
Digital tomosynthesis shows promise over conventional film mammography as a more specific breast screening technique and a more accurate diagnostic technology, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). "The results of our preliminary trial suggest that tomosynthesis may decrease false-positive screening mammography findings by half, thereby reducing the number of women who are recalled after screening mammography for a second, more thorough exam," said lead author Steven Poplack, MD, associate professor of diagnostic radiology and obstetrics and gynecology at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center/Dartmouth...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-12-29)
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