Role of Imaging in Breast Cancer Detection

Abstract

This article reviews the role of imaging (i.e., mammography, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging) in breast cancer detection. Screening and diagnostic indications are outlined for each modality. New mammography screening guidelines are discussed, and risk factors for breast cancer are included.

The First Analysis and Clinical Evaluation of Native Breast Tissue Using Differential Phase-Contrast Mammography

“…Subsequently, any technical development that leads to a significant improvement in the diagnostic power of a mammogram would be greatly beneficial. 14,15 Other diagnostic techniques currently emerging, such as high-field magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), 16 provide superior signal-to-noise ratio when compared with conventional 3T imaging. A recent study 17 reported that MRI largely outperforms mammography, ultrasonography (US), and their combination, when screening women at high genetic breast cancer risk.…”