Breast MRI

Magnetic resonance imaging of the breast (breast MRI), commonly used for dense breasts, is a highly accurate imaging modality for detecting early breast cancer and other abnormalities without using excess radiation. It’s often used alongside digital mammograms and digital breast tomosynthesis to offer detailed visualization of breast lesion margins.

New study results 'strongly' back supplemental MRI for women with dense breasts
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.
USPSTF stops short of recommending supplemental imaging for women with dense breast tissue
Experts, medical organizations and advocates alike are coming forward saying that the new guidelines “do not go far enough,” particularly when it comes to addressing the screening needs of certain patients.
Edema scores can help predict the aggressiveness of breast cancer
Applying an edema classification system to preoperative MRI exams provides insight into whether patients' breast cancer will spread.
Arizona bill would eliminate out-of-pocket costs for breast cancer screenings
Susan G. Komen, a breast cancer advocacy group, is urging lawmakers to pass the legislation.
Ultrasound combined with MRI is better able to identify cancerous lesions in breast tissue
Research out of China found that the pairing proved to be more accurate in identifying cancer in nonmass-like lesions.

Audits of breast MRI performance should separate screening from diagnostic

The cancer detection rate was significantly lower for breast MRI screenings than for diagnostic MRIs, according to a study published in the September issue of the Journal of the American College of Radiology.

September 4, 2014

Are breast MRIs and anxiety boosting rate of double mastectomies?

The rise in women getting double mastectomies after a breast cancer diagnosis could be linked to anxiety and breast MRI, as reported by NPR on May 21.

May 27, 2014

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Breast MRI

New study results 'strongly' back supplemental MRI for women with dense breasts

USPSTF stops short of recommending supplemental imaging for women with dense breast tissue

Edema scores can help predict the aggressiveness of breast cancer

Arizona bill would eliminate out-of-pocket costs for breast cancer screenings

Ultrasound combined with MRI is better able to identify cancerous lesions in breast tissue

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