A 21.3-inch display with a brightness of 1,700 cd/m² and contrast of 1400:1 is tailored for all conventional X-ray applications and examinations of the thorax. Furthermore, the display supports independent subpixel driving (ISD), which raises the resolution by three.  “This is the reason for t...

A novel imaging techonolgy, referred to as phase contrast x-ray imaging has allowed researchers from TH Zurich, the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) and the Kantonsspital Baden to conduct mammographic imaging that leads to higher accuracy in the evaluation of breast cancer and its symptoms. The imaging...

According to a recent study, misconceptions and misinformation regarding the risks connected with ionizing radiation have led to a heightened public concern and fear, the outcome of which may lead to avoiding mammography screenings that can detect early cancers all together. The study sought to det...

SIEMENS, UK, April 28, 2014 - Siemens Healthcare will demonstrate its range of mammography, ultrasound and MR breast imaging products at Symposium Mammographicum 2014. The exhibition, taking place at the Bournemouth International Center, will include solutions designed specifically for the provisio...

SECTRA, USA, April 27, 2014 - The Vrije Universiteit Brussels has awarded a five-year contract to the IT and medical technology company Sectra (STO: SECT B) for the supply of a breast imaging PACS (system for handling diagnostic images for mammography). By providing instant access to images includi...

A recent report from the Canadian National Breast Screening Study (CNBSS) determined that mammography screening does not reduce deaths from breast cancer. The findings reignited the much heated debate that started in 2009 when the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommended biennial mammograp...

SECTRA, USA, April 16, 2014 - The department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety in Northern Ireland has expanded its PACS contract with Sectra (STO: SECT B), to include digital breast imaging. The breast screening centers in the region will benefit immediately from the existing centralize...

Seattle, WA, March 18, 2014 (PRWeb) - Mammography Reporting Systems (MRS), the leading provider of breast imaging tracking and reporting systems, will be showcasing its next generation software solution, Aspen Breast, at this year’s NCoBC conference. Aspen Breast software, which is on targetto be...

Rochester, N.Y., March 11, 2014 - aycan, a recognized worldwide leader in medical imaging, expands its portfolio of specialty imaging workstations with the introduction of aycan Neuro/Oncology workstation. Designed for neuro-oncology applications, the new workstation is powered by aycan workstation...

Based on a 25 year follow-up data study from a Canadian screening facility, yearly mammography failed to diminish breast cancer mortality rates in women ages 40 to 59, as opposed to physical examination or standard care. Women screened on an annual basis by mammography for 5 years had had a breas...