Iowa Radiology Blog

Modern Breast Cancer Screening

Jul 29, 2019 8:33:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

Dating back to the 1970s, the use of mammography in breast cancer screening has proven to save lives. Breast cancer screening has evolved dramatically, however, since those early days of direct-exposure film and the need for high...

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Iowa Radiology Announces Abbreviated Breast MRI

Jun 24, 2019 4:25:00 PM Posted by Iowa Radiology

Iowa Radiology is proud to announce the arrival of abbreviated breast MRI, the latest advance in breast cancer screening technology. Breast MRI allows radiologists to more accurately detect early-stage breast cancers, especially...

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Fibrocystic Changes in the Breast

Mar 25, 2019 12:29:00 PM Posted by Iowa Radiology

Although it’s important to be aware of changes in your body—particularly if they may indicate cancer—it’s also important to realize that our bodies go through plenty of normal, healthy changes throughout our lives. For women,...

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FDA Warns Against Using Thermography in Place of Mammography

Mar 17, 2019 9:00:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

What is thermography?

Also known as digital infrared imaging, thermography is a procedure that uses an infrared camera to produce images that show patterns of heat, including blood flow, at or near the skin’s surface. These...

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What Are the Benefits of a 3-D Mammogram?

Jan 20, 2019 11:31:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

Mammography has come a long way since a few radiologists began using it to identify breast cancer in the 1950s.[1] From the development and refinement of screen film technology through the 1980s to digital mammography at the turn...

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What to Expect During Mammography Follow Up

Jan 10, 2019 8:45:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

You followed your doctor’s advice and got your annual screening mammogram. You left the imaging clinic feeling good about keeping on top of your preventive health care. A couple of days later, however, you were surprised to get a...

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How Does a Radiologist See Breast Cancer on Mammography & Ultrasound?

Jun 20, 2018 4:38:00 PM Posted by Iowa Radiology

When you look at mammography or ultrasound images, you might wonder how radiologists make any sense of them. How can they identify potential cancers in those Rorschach tests of gray and white? While even the most advanced imaging...

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Should I Worry About Needing Follow Up After My Mammogram?

May 24, 2018 8:45:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

No!

Worry is understandable. You were probably expecting the standard letter in the mail saying your mammogram was normal, but instead, you got a call from your doctor. Take a deep breath, and understand that the vast majority of...

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What Should You Know About Mammography?

Apr 26, 2018 8:50:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

You’ve probably heard that one in eight women develops breast cancer during her lifetime. Steps such as staying active, maintaining a healthy weight, eating a healthy diet, and limiting alcohol consumption can help reduce your...

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Is a 3-D Mammogram Better Than a Digital 2-D Mammogram?

Jan 25, 2018 8:45:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

By now, you’ve probably heard of 3-D mammography, properly called breast tomosynthesis. Unlike traditional mammography, which uses two X-ray images of each breast (one vertical and one horizontal), tomosynthesis uses a series of...

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