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200. Understanding Breast Cancer Screening Modalities With Experts Dr. Dibble and Dr. Rauch

Breast Cancer Conversations

English - July 02, 2023 18:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 46 ratings
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In this episode of Breast Cancer Conversations, host Laura Carfang is joined by Dr. Dibble and Dr. Rauch, two experts in breast cancer imaging. Dr. Dibble is a radiologist with expertise in nuclear medicine and molecular imaging, while Dr. Rauch is a professor of diagnostic radiology and the director of molecular breast imaging. Together, they discuss the latest advancements in breast cancer imaging and the importance of early detection. Tune in to learn more about the role of imaging in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Topics in this Episode:
[00:01:55] Advanced functional imaging modalities.
[00:05:48] Breast imaging and breast cancer.
[00:09:32] What are you looking for when you're looking at these images?
[00:13:31] Breast density and cancer detection.
[00:16:20] Supplemental screening for high-risk individuals.
[00:19:13] False positives and breast cancer screening.
[00:23:07] Breast-specific gamma imaging.
[00:28:01] Decreasing radiation dose in MBIs.
[00:34:01] Molecular breast imaging availability.

Resources Mentioned:
Molecular Breast Imaging Site Directory https://www.snmmi.org/AboutSNMMI/CommitteeContent.aspx?ItemNumber=35578

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