Computer Aided Detection
Our commitment to screenings and early detection for our patients is a priority. That's why Yankton Medical Clinic, P.C. has added the newest FDA approved technology in breast imaging analysis to all routine mammograms.
The Computer Aided Detection (CAD) system assists radiologists by digitizing and analyzing mammograms for suspicious regions that may be indicative of cancer. It's use could provide over 23% greater detection of breast cancers than older systems.
The Truth About Breast Cancer
It is estimated that a woman's lifetime risk of developing breast cancer is one in seven.
According to the American Cancer Society, in 2004, over 215,000 new cases of breast cancer will occur in the United States, and over 400,000 women are expected to die from this disease.
Mammography is the most effective method of screening for breast cancer and can lead to early detection, which is the key to higher survival rates, better prognosis, and lower treatment costs.
Computer-Aided Detection
The image checker system is the first FDA-approved computer-aided detection (CAD) system for mammography. This revolutionary technology assists your doctor in the reading of your mammogram, pointing out areas of interest that might otherwise go undetected.
The ImageChecker® Solution
The ImageChecker system is a CAD system that analyzes medical images using proprietary software that highlights areas that contain features associated with cancer.
The ImageChecker system acts like a "spell-checker" for medical images, performing over one billion calculations per film. It is designed to assist radiologists in reducing the number of false-negative readings by drawing attention to areas that warrant a second review.
The resulting reduction in observational oversights aids radiologists with earlier detection of breast cancers.
To schedule your Computer Aided Detection mammogram, contact the Yankton Medical Clinic, P.C. at 605-665-1722.
