In any parts of the globe, one killer disease that continues to take the lives of our loved ones particularly women is commonly diagnosed with breast cancer. According to clinical studies, 1 in every 8 women is estimated to acquire breast cancer during their life expectancy.
One amazing medical tool of this modern age is the introduction of “Stereoscopic digital mammography”. This new radiological diagnostic equipment and high performing screening tool allows the in-depth viewing of the breast tissue using 3D effects, thus minimizing the required examinations of women for additional test procedures like the routine mammography screening procedures.
Take note that this medical procedure, like breast screening, can be claimed under the medical health benefits or any health insurance coverage. Just remember to comply with all the needed requirements and other supporting documents to prove your eligibility for such claim before filing any claims under medical billing and coding and all these actions on your part will quicken the claiming process.
Stereoscopic digital mammography consists of two digital x-ray images of the breast taken from two different points of view separated by about eight degrees. Through this technology, the radiologist can see a better picture of the internal structure of the breast in three dimensions.
Recent clinical studies conducted at Emory University showed results that with the use of this stereoscopic digital mammography, it lessened false positives by 49%. One more great benefit with the use of stereoscopic digital mammography is it gives better feedback with regards to cluster calcifications that can be connected with malignancy.
According to Dr. Kristin Byrne, chief of the breast imaging at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, mammography is made better with the application of this new stereoscopic digital mammography. The entire acquisition of this new method of mammography would only need simple upgrades to their existing digital mammography equipment and software, so with this issue at hand, medical clinics, hospitals and other diagnostic laboratories need not invest much for this new breast screening procedure. The performance of the new stereoscopic digital mammography takes the same length of time to read like the usual standard mammogram screening test will take.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is also one way to prevent breast cancer. Avoid excessive drinking of alcohol because some studies have shown that women who consumed large amounts of alcoholic drinks are more susceptible to developing breast cancer. Know the normal and physical features of your breasts by conducting monthly breast check up, for this will help you feel any lumps or abnormalities.