KIRKLAND, Wash., July 28, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Evergreen
Hospital today announced that revolutionary three-dimensional
mammography imaging technology, known as tomosynthesis, is now
available for patient appointments at the Evergreen Breast Center,
which is the only comprehensive breast center in the Seattle area
to offer the breakthrough screening and diagnosis technology.
Tomosynthesis uses precise, three-dimensional (3-D) digital
imaging to create a complete reconstruction of the breast, which
gives radiologists the ability to identify abnormalities that are
more difficult to identify with traditional 2-D mammography
screening.
“The introduction of tomosynthesis helps us stay at the
forefront of important technological advances in breast-health
screening and diagnostic tools,” said Dr. Kara Carlson, medical
director of the Evergreen Breast Center. “This helps us deliver on
our commitment to achieving positive outcomes through early
detection.”
Tomosynthesis benefits all screening and diagnostic mammography
patients, and is especially valuable for women receiving a baseline
screening, women who are 40 to 60 years old, those who have dense
breast tissue and women with a personal history of breast
cancer.
The tomosynthesis screening experience is similar to that of a
traditional mammogram, but the new technology’s superior 3-D
imaging allows for more precise readings that reduce the need for
follow-up appointments by up to 40 percent.
Evergreen also provides a softer and warmer mammography
experience thanks to the MammoPad, an ergonomic cushion that leads
to 50 percent less discomfort for most patients.
The new technology is part of the comprehensive breast-health
services offered by the Evergreen Breast Center and is available to
all screening and diagnostic patients. All patients can
request a tomosynthesis screening appointment at the Evergreen
Breast Center beginning this week, and may also schedule Sa
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