Breast Imaging with MRI
A study the International Breast MRI Consortium reported that “MRI may be better than mammography in detecting breast tumors in women who have a family history of or are genetically predisposed to breast cancer.” The study concludes that breast MRI is more than twice as effective as mammography in detecting the number and extent of breast cancer tumors.
Southern Tier Imaging is dedicated to bringing our community the most advanced diagnostic imaging technology available and are proud to offer you our comprehensive breast imaging package.
* Breast MRI
* Breast Localization
* Breast Biopsy
Breast MRI:
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the breast is a noninvasive, usually painless test that is used along with Mammography as a diagnostic tool for breast abnormalities. When using a contrast agent, MRI is able to detect and measure breast abnormalities, tell whether an abnormality looks benign or malignant, and determine the presence of enlarged lymph nodes.
Our comprehensive Breast MRI package includes:
- A dedicated breast coil and specific software to produce high-quality, high resolution, dynamically enhanced breast images.
- A computerized analysis system called the CADSTREAM, to assist in the interpretation of the breast imaging data.
- Two of our radiologists have been specially trained in breast imaging. Both radiologists also participated in an over-read program with a company in Cincinnati, Ohio, that specializes in breast MRI interpretation, ensuring thorough, up-to-date, competent reports.
Breast Localization:
A procedure that locates & marks suspicious breast tissue to be removed by a conventional breast biopsy. Using MRI and an enhancing agent, our physicians are able to pinpoint and "mark" the the breast abnormality by guiding a wire through a small needle. The needle is then removed leaving only the wire, which will guide your physician during a conventional biopsy procedure.
Breast Biopsy Excision System
Southern Tier Imaging is committed to providing our patients with the leading and most innovative technology available and is excited to announce the addition of the Suros ATEC System , a Breast Biopsy and Excision System, to our Breast Imaging services.
With the addition of the Suros ATEC system, we can offer women a minimally invasive Breast Biopsy that allows them to resume normal daily activities immediately following the biopsy procedure, leaving our facility with no stitches and minimal or no visible post-procedure scarring.
The ATEC Breast Biopsy and Excision System is viewed as one of the most efficient and preferred minimally invasive diagnostic breast biopsy options available today. This fully closed system uses vacuum-assisted technology to perform a true one-minute breast biopsy. The unique ATEC feature of continuous tissue acquisition and a closed collection system allows for a fast, safe and easy breast biopsy experience for our patients.
We are very excited about bringing our breast MRI package to the women of the Southern Tier and are available to answer any questions or concerns that you may have!
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