Mammography is great at
detecting tumors and it’s also known as a source of discomfort that employs the
use of radiation. There is something new on the horizon that may become the
replacement for mammography. The new modality on the block is known as
microwave tomography.
According to dotmed.com “During a microwave
tomography exam, the breast is suspended in a liquid bath that is surrounded by
16 antennae. One at a time, each antenna illuminates the breast with a low
powered microwave signal while the other antennae receive the signals that are
transmitted through the breast.”
This new modality sounds like it may well be
revolutionary in the fight against breast cancer. While it’s still early, it
would be interesting to see how this will be playing out over the next ten
years.
If you have any questions about breast cancer screening please feel free
to give us a call. Our team of dedicated professionals here at Clermont
Radiology looks forward to answering any and all questions that you may have.
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