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DIGITAL 3D BREAST

TOMOSYNTHESIS

A new dimension in breast cancer detection

• Greater likelihood of detecting multiple breast tumors,
Marian Regional Medical Center’s Breast Imaging Center which occur in 15% of breast cancer patients
at Mission Hope Cancer Center is proud to offer the latest
breakthrough in three-dimensional mammography – General • Clearer images of dense breast tissue
Electric’s SenoClaire breast tomosynthesis. • Improved breast cancer detection rates, especially
invasive cancers
Tomosynthesis is a three-dimensional imaging technology that
provides a clearer, more accurate view when compared to digi- • A decrease in call backs, which may lessen anxiety
tal mammography alone. The Marian Breast Imaging Center for patients
also recently upgraded its Computer-Aided Detection system
software to include a specialized breast density component.
Emphasis on Safety
“For the detection of breast cancer, Tomosynthesis is the
newest and most advanced breast imaging screening tool that Ensuring patient safety
exists,” states Steven Sonnabend, MD, Medical Director of is our top priority. The
Imaging Services at Marian. “Tomosynthesis takes multiple Marian Breast Imaging
images of the breast, allowing Marian’s board certified Center at Mission Hope
radiologists to see through layers of tissue and examine areas Cancer Center pays special attention to minimizing
of concern from all angles.” radiation exposure while producing the highest quality
images. As part of this commitment, we invest in the
BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS BENEFITS: latest equipment to ensure that our fleet of scanners
• Earlier detection of small breast cancers consistently delivers the lowest radiation dose possible.
For an appointment or more information, please contact
• Greater accuracy in pinpointing size, shape, and location
the Marian Breast Imaging Center at 805.346.3490.
• Fewer unnecessary biopsies or additional tests

Steven Sonnabend, MD, Medical Director of Imaging Services, and Kathleen Schroeder, Radiology Technician, pose for a photo 13
with the latest breakthrough in three-dimensional mammography—General Electric’s SenoClaire breast tomosynthesis.