Current EWBC Research Projects

 

Breast Tomosynthesis

EWBC is participating in a multi-facility IRB approved study with the Hologic(TM) Dimensions Breast Tomosynthesis unit. This new technology is on track as the next breakthrough in breast imaging, providing a 3-D image of the breast.

Cone Beam Breast CT

EWBC is currently involved in an IRB approved study evaluating non-contrast and contrast enhanced Cone-Beam Computed Tomography for Breast Imaging (CBCT, Koning Corporation) with a new breast CT imaging modality.

Elastography

EWBC is evaluating a nwe, non-invasive ultrasound technique that measures stiffness (elasticity) of a lesion and should differentiate benign and malignant lesions relative to normal breast tissue.  The equipment has been developed by Siemens Medical and Philips Healthcare.

Breast Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

EWBC is retrospectively reviewing the clinical experience of our breast MRI program.

Computer Aided Detection (CAD)

The clinic continues to evaluate the efficacy of CAD with the various presentations of breast carcinoma as well as CAD performance with digital mammography.

RSNA 2010 Outline

Transitioning from Analog to Digital

EWBC is actively participating in assisting manufactures with their digital technology through our Radiologist expertise.