Worldwide Implementation of Digital Mammography Imaging

Download or read book Worldwide Implementation of Digital Mammography Imaging written by IAEA and published by International Atomic Energy Agency. This book was released on 2023-10-20 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Digital mammography offers fundamental advantages over film-based mammography. These include the possibility for acquiring quality images at lower radiation dose image recording, processing and archiving as well as the use of artificial intelligence for improving diagnostic outcome. Other practical advantages include cost reduction, use of environmentally friendly technology, and the option of obtaining remote expert diagnostic opinion. Image quality in mammography is critical. A switch from screen-film technology to a digital system is preferable only if high quality images can be guaranteed. This publication provides guidance on the establishment of digital mammography facilities and the upgrade of existing facilities. It focuses on planning, designing and operating the high quality mammography service within available resources.