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Aurora Medical CenterNew digital mammography unitDigital mammography is the latest technology to help identify and detect breast cancer. Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha recently added digital mammography capability to its imaging services. The new digital mammography units create clearer images than film-based systems. Because the images are produced within seconds, there is no waiting for films to be developed, shortening the time it takes to complete a mammogram. With digital mammography, physicians can zoom in for close ups of specific areas and adjust the brightness. Being able to manipulate images is another benefit of the digital technology. “The benefits of digital mammography are incredible,'' said Lori VanHorn, registered nurse and breast care coordinator, Aurora Medical Center. “Clearer images and more accurate diagnosis are the main benefits of this technology. It also takes less time to generate digital images than conventional film mammography.'' VanHorn said digital mammography is especially beneficial for women under age 50, premenopausal and perimenopausal women, and women with dense breast tissue. How does digital mammography differ from standard mammography?In standard mammography, the images are recorded on film and viewed by the radiologist using a light box. The image is stored in a jacket in the hospital's archives. With digital mammography, the breast image is captured by a special electronic x-ray detector that converts the image into a digital picture for review on a computer monitor. Digital mammograms are stored on a computer. “The images can be transmitted over phone lines or a network so our physicians can consult with other physicians, if necessary,'' said VanHorn. To schedule an appointment for your annual mammogram at Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha, please call 262-948-6978.
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