These algorithms could fill in where postoperative biopsy sometimes falls short, experts explained in Academic Radiology.

While the results offer indirect evidence, UCLA researchers said they support the clinical use of this technique for initial patient assessment.

The emotional and financial implications of labeling findings as "dense" must be seriously considered in light of these results, experts cautioned.

Rads preferred scans produced via this post-processing method in 96% of cases, experts reported in Clinical Imaging

University of Washington in Seattle researchers plan to perform larger clinical studies that they believe will benefit many other patients.

Experts hope the results of their research can help guide radiologists' decisions when referring patients for histologic evaluation versus benign assessment.

Absent congressional action, the American College of Radiology said such reductions would have threatened access to imaging and deepened disparities. 

The findings hold "considerable clinical significance" for patients with memory loss and could help guide early interventions for those who might go on to develop dementia, experts reported this week.

AIUM now has the support of some 20 healthcare organizations in recommending low-level disinfectants for transcutaneous transducers.

The transition to patient-scheduled screening exams may also result in "significant" cost savings, Rochester, Minnesota, researchers underscored.