Breast Tomosynthesis

by Liane E Philpotts MD, FACR, Regina J Hooley MD

Overview

The use of tomosynthesis in breast imaging is growing rapidly due to its superior ability to identify and characterize normal findings, benign lesions, and breast cancer, as well as its optimal performance with dense breast tissue. Providing unparalleled coverage of this breakthrough breast imaging modality, Breast Tomosynthesis explains how this new modality can lead to enhanced interpretation and better patient outcomes. This new reference is an indispensable guide for today's practitioner looking to keep abreast of the latest developments with correlative findings, practical interpretation tips, physics, and information on how tomosynthesis differs from conventional 2D FFDM mammography. Over 900 high-quality images offer visual guidance to effectively reading and interpreting this key imaging modality.

• Includes over 900 high-quality tomosynthesis and mammography images representing the spectrum of breast imaging.
• Features the latest Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (or BI-RADS) standards updated in February 2014.
• Highlights practical tips to interpreting this new modality and how it differs from 2D mammography.
• Details how integration of tomosynthesis drastically changes lesion work-up and overall workflow in the department.
• "Tomo Tips" boxes offer tips and pitfalls for expert clinical guidance.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780323377454
Publisher:	Elsevier Health Sciences
Publication date:	11/02/2016
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	350
File size:	48 MB
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Table of Contents

1. Introduction

2. Physics and Development Of Breast Tomosynthesis

3. The Technologist’s Perspective

4. Implementation of Digital Breast Tomosynthesis into Clinical Practice

5. Tomosynthesis in Screening Mammography

6. Tomosynthesis in Diagnostic Mammography

7. Interpretation Tips and Pitfalls

8. Benign Findings

9. Malignant Findings

10. Architectural Distortion

11. Integrating Tomosynthesis with Mulitmodality Imaging

12. The Post-Operative Breast

13. Tomosynthesis in Male Breast

14. Interventional Procedures

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Complete coverage of this breakthrough breast imaging modality.

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Michael Sami Morrow, D.O.(Baystate Medical Center)
Description: This is a complete resource on the newest breast imaging modality, digital breast tomosynthesis. The book is accompanied by an electronic version that includes 3D presentations.
Purpose: The authors been involved with digital breast tomosynthesis from its early stages of development, and they aim to share their unique experience with this imaging modality, which has changed the field of breast imaging. Including 3D content is an essential component of any book hoping to cover breast tomosynthesis, and the inclusion of video files in the electronic version definitely serves that purpose. Given the lack of authoritative publications on the topic, this is a welcome resource.
Audience: This book is intended for anyone interested in learning about the emerging technology of breast tomosynthesis. Specifically, it is geared towards radiologists hoping to gain knowledge and experience in 3D mammography and is an excellent resource for breast radiologists, general radiologists, and radiology residents/fellows. The authors are well respected in the field of breast radiology.
Features: The book includes contributions from some of the pioneers of this imaging modality. As expected, the book covers its technical aspects, its clinical implications, and how it is used in daily practice. What makes this book stand out is that it includes topics not covered in other books. Chapters discussing how to implement breast tomosynthesis in clinical practice, detailing the technologist's perspective, and integrating tomosynthesis with other breast imaging modalities are unique perspectives not offered in such detail in other resources.
Assessment: This is the most comprehensive book currently available on digital breast tomosynthesis. It is an all-inclusive resource that is an excellent tool for radiologists interested in learning about this imaging modality that has changed the practice of breast imaging. The authors offer many unique topics not covered in other books on the topic. The electronic version, including 3D content, is an excellent supplement. Given the relative novelty of this imaging modality and the lack of books on the topic, this one is a welcome resource and will serve as an authoritative teaching tool for anyone who reads it.

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2017 BMA Awards: Highly Commended, Radiology

"This is the most comprehensive book currently available on digital breast tomosynthesis. It is an all-inclusive resource that is an excellent tool for radiologists interested in learning about this imaging modality that has changed the practice of breast imaging. The authors offer many unique topics not covered in other books on the topic. The electronic version, including 3D content, is an excellent supplement. Given the relative novelty of this imaging modality and the lack of books on the topic, this one is a welcome resource and will serve as an authoritative teaching tool for anyone who reads it."

- Michael Sami Morrow, D.O. (Baystate Medical Center) Doody’s Score: 97 – 5 Stars!

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