Breast Tomosynthesis

<p>The use of <b>tomosynthesis in breast imaging</b> is growing rapidly due to its superior ability to identify and characterize <b>normal findings, benign lesions, and breast cancer</b>, as well as its optimal performance with<b> dense breast tissue</b>. Providing unparalleled coverage of this breakthrough breast imaging modality, <b><i>Breast Tomosynthesis</b></i> explains how this new modality can lead to enhanced interpretation and better patient outcomes. This new reference is an <b>indispensable guide</b> for today's practitioner looking to keep abreast of the<b> latest developments</b> with correlative findings, practical interpretation tips, physics, and information on how tomosynthesis differs from conventional 2D FFDM mammography. <b>Over 900 high-quality images</b> offer visual guidance to effectively reading and interpreting this key imaging modality.</p><ul> <li>Includes <b>over 900 high-quality tomosynthesis and mammography</b> <b>images </b>representing the spectrum of breast imaging.</li> <li>Features the latest Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (or <b>BI-RADS)</b> standards<b> </b>updated in February 2014.</li> <li>Highlights <b>practical tips to interpreting this new modality</b> and how it differs from 2D mammography.</li> <li>Details how <b>integration of tomosynthesis</b> drastically changes lesion work-up and overall workflow in the department.</li> <li>"Tomo Tips"<b> </b>boxes offer <b>tips and pitfalls</b> for expert clinical guidance.</li> <li>A separate section of <b>Video</b> <b>Case Studies</b> includes mammography images and <b>over 90 tomosynthesis videos</b> referenced online, allowing users to see side-by-side findings, including normal and benign and malignant lesions, and make comparisons using both modalities for the same patient case.</li> <li><b>Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. </b>This<b> enhanced eBook experience </b>allows you to search all of the text, figures, images, videos, and references from the book on a variety of devices. </li></ul>