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[Practical experiences with grid mammography in everyday practice]
Rontgen-Blatter; Zeitschrift Fur Rontgen-Technik Und Medizinisch-Wissenschaftliche Photographie
|September 1, 1983
Summary
This study analyzed soft tissue grid mammography in 2290 patients. The NMB film (Kodak) provided optimal mammogram quality and reduced radiation dose, particularly for larger breasts.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Mammography is a crucial tool for breast cancer screening.
- Evaluating advanced mammographic techniques is essential for improving diagnostic accuracy and patient safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the one-year experience with the soft tissue grid mammographic technique.
- To compare mammogram quality between conventional and soft tissue grid techniques.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of 2290 patient mammograms from 1982.
- Comparison of conventional technique versus soft tissue grid technique (Siemens) using film screen combinations (Kodak).
Main Results:
- The soft tissue grid technique demonstrated comparable or improved mammogram quality.
- The NMB film (Kodak) in combination with the soft tissue grid yielded optimal image quality.
- Reduced radiation dose was observed, especially in patients with larger breasts, when using the NMB film.
Conclusions:
- The soft tissue grid mammographic technique, particularly with NMB film (Kodak), offers optimal image quality and reduced radiation dose.
- This technique is beneficial for improving mammography outcomes, especially for patients with larger breast volumes.