Computerization in breast imaging and diagnosis

Computerization in breast imaging is very important for activity management and for the qualitative and quantitative control of the diagnoses. The connection through a personal computer network is necessary for the simultaneous input of more data. The activity in our center is completely managed by a specific software which controls and facilitates the input of all personal, administrative, history, instrumental and pathological data. The encoded case history permits quick and accurate data input and the relative information is easy to understand. Database information can be used to make periodical administrative and diagnostic reports and queries, to elaborate useful data for scientific reports and to manage didactic material. The growing use of computers will permit the exchange of data among breast imaging centers and also create important data banks for breast cancer studies.