A new screen has been developed for a computed radiography mammography imaging systems that features reduced noise and higher detector quantum efficiency for improved image quality. More... 10 Feb 2010
Data from one of the largest mammography trials ever conducted demonstrated that overall the radiation dose associated with digital mammography is significantly lower than that of conventional film mammography and that the reduction could be greater in women with larger and denser breasts, according to a recent study. More... 09 Feb 2010
An image-guided breast irradiation procedure is a technique for whole breast irradiation that is designed to target and deliver a boost dose accurately and effectively to the lumpectomy cavity margin. More... 09 Feb 2010
A tissue sealant inspired by the marine mussels' ability to stick to surfaces under wet conditions has shown promise in the repair of defects in human fetal membranes, according to a new study. More... 09 Feb 2010
Recent findings suggest that using Doppler ultrasound in high-risk pregnancies to monitor a fetus’ health may reduce caesarean sections and the number of babies who die. More... 08 Feb 2010
Over 60% of women who have a form of breast cancer in the milk ducts, called ductal carcinoma in situ, can be spared a mastectomy, according to latest research. More... 08 Feb 2010
Gamma Medica-Ideas has signed an exclusive license and commercialization agreement with the Mayo Clinic to further develop and commercialize a suite of technologies. More... 29 Jan 2010
