The purpose of this study is to conduct an initial investigation into whether an alternative method of using 3D imaging might offer accurate diagnostic performance at a reduced patient radiation exposure in comparison to conventional 2D screening and diagnostic mammography and conventional 2D + 3D imaging methods.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
DIAGNOSTIC
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
110
In addition to the standard care diagnostic imaging, all participants underwent two experimental acquisitions, in two projections (Cranio-Caudal and Mediolateral Oblique) on the breast of concern: one acquisition in Mode A (narrow angle acquisition) and one acquisition in Mode B (wide angle acquisition). The experimental imaging is compared to the standard of care imaging
University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa, United States
If the new imaging modes are successful, they will represent a method of reducing patient exposure for future imaging because they are designed to be used in 3D imaging only.
Time frame: Fall 2010
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