Tag: breast imaging
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New ultrasound technology cuts false positives in breast imaging
Groundbreaking approach helps differentiate fluid from solid masses A new ultrasound technology developed at Johns Hopkins is changing the way breast imaging is interpreted by accurately distinguishing fluid-filled cysts from solid masses. This capability addresses a long-standing challenge in breast ultrasound, where dense breast tissue can obscure or mimic suspicious findings, often leading to additional…
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New Ultrasound Tech Cuts False Positives in Breast Exams
Revolutionary ultrasound technology from Johns Hopkins A new ultrasound innovation developed at Johns Hopkins offers a breakthrough in breast imaging. By differentiating fluid-filled areas from solid breast masses with near-perfect accuracy, the technology promises to dramatically reduce false positives that have long led to unnecessary biopsies and follow-up tests. How the technology works Traditional breast…
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New Ultrasound Technology Reduces False Positives in Breast Imaging
A Breakthrough in Breast Imaging A pioneering ultrasound technology developed at Johns Hopkins is changing how clinicians distinguish fluid-filled from solid breast masses. In early trials, the method demonstrated near-perfect accuracy in classifying abnormalities, presenting a compelling advance for patients who undergo routine breast imaging. By reducing false positives, the new approach has the potential…