Detection and/or Evaluation of Dense Breast Abnormalities Using Tomosynthesis and Digital Mammography

Assessment of Emerging Technology: Comparison of Breast Tomosynthesis and Digital Mammography in the Evaluation of Heterogeneously Dense and Extremely Dense Breasts

The purpose of this study is to compare 3D mammography with digital mammography in women with dense breasts for the detection and evaluation of masses and/or breast cancer.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Females 30 years of age or older.
• Dense Breasts.
• Has undergone clinical two view mammogram and diagnostic breast imaging evaluation.
• Suspicious or palpable mass and scheduled for biopsy.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Pregnant or lactating women.
• Prior personal history of breast cancer.
• Prior breast augmentation with implants or silicon injection. male patients.
• No two view mammogram as part of breast imaging evaluation.
• Breast density of almost entirely fatty/scattered fibroglandular densities.