The mammography is the gold standard for breast cancer
examination. As technology continues to evolve, so too do the ways that medical
procedures are conducted. Various imaging
procedures such as MRI
scans, Ct Scans,
and mammography. There are technologies that include using 3d and 4d imaging
either seeking clearance or already in the market.
As with everything it’s always good to know some of the
historical facts that made the mammography possible. It’s this type of
knowledge that makes patients a little more able to relax when taking this type
of exam. Often times relaxation is the best answer to what may come next as far
as a diagnosis and subsequent treatment program.
Mammography is something that’s been associated with
discovering complex conditions, as history will show. The following are some
facts about mammography history over the last 100 years:
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In 1913 Dr. Albert Solomon reported that the
mammography helped him demonstrate the spread of a tumor.
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In 1927 Dr. Otto Kleinschmidt mentioned the
breast and alluded to some of the uses of mammography.
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During the 1930’s the study of possible cancers
took shape with the use of mammography.
·
Breast lesions were acknowledged in 1931 in a
lecture, and breast cancer began to be looked at more closely.
·
By the late 1940 and early 50’s breast cancer
was a prominent imaging topic.
In the 1960’s the gospel about early detection started
becoming known through the US. What was being talked about in the 1960’s is
still being talked about today; the difference is that it’s a worldwide
phenomenon. During the 1960’s it was made popular to do mobile mammography in
units that could service up to 70 women per day.
The mammography is always something of a daunting
examination; it gives the patient a feeling that some doom maybe around the
corner. Over the last 50 years there has been a great deal of progress in so
far as the evolution of the mammography. There is use of 3d technology for the
rendering of a better image, with far more accuracy. The result of newer
technology has helped in early detection and effective treatment over all.
Mammography, and its early employment will continue to be a
primary weapon against breast cancer and with the technology being developed
currently it should only get better.
If you have any questions about mammography procedures please
feel free to gives a call. We here at Clermont Radiology look forward to
answering any questions that you may have.
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