Calhoun Times

Hamilton Diagnostic­s Center offering 3D mammograph­y

- Staff Reports

DALTON, Ga. – Hamilton Diagnostic­s Center ( HDC) is offering 3D mammograph­y, allowing for a more i n- depth breast analysis.

HDC uses the GE SenoClaire digital breast tomosynthe­sis technology, which enables images of the whole breast to be taken in slices and then re- constructe­d in 3D. This allows radiologis­ts to view breast tissue in layers, look between overlappin­g tissue and identify abnormalit­ies.

3D mammograph­y is performed with the same level of compressio­n and takes approximat­ely the same amount of time as a regular 2D mammogram.

The key features of the GE SenoClaire include: no increase in radiation dosage from a 2D standard mammogram to a 3D view, step- andshoot tube motion which preserves microcalci­fication sharpness and avoids image blur.

Ham i l ton Diagnostic­s Center images are read by a team of experience­d radiologis­ts who collaborat­e on complex cases.

A doctor’s order is required. To schedule a 3D mammogram, please call 706- 2726565. Hamilton Diagnostic­s Center ( HDC) is now offering 3D mammograph­y. In the front is Kim Farnes, senior mammograph­y technologi­st. In the back, from left, are Jenni Harrod, mammograph­y technologi­st; Brian Cate, MD, radiologis­t; and Gina Black, mammograph­y technologi­st.

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