There’s
new technology in the Ozarks: CoxHealth is now the first health system in Southwest
Missouri to offer Genius 3D MAMMOGRAPHY exams, allowing tissue to be examined
in far greater detail than ever before.
“This
technology is revolutionary because it allows professionals to examine breast
tissue layer by layer as opposed to a flat image,” explains Rachel Morgan,
mammography technologist. “That means we have a much better chance at catching
breast cancer early, beating it and possibly less aggressive treatment needed
to do so.”
Powered
by Hologic, this technology detects 41% more invasive breast cancers, and
decreases recall rate by 25%. Additionally, it’s the only clinically superior
breast tomosynthesis exam approved by the FDA.
The
procedure takes place during the breast compression and only adds seconds to
the exam.
To
schedule a 3D mammogram in Branson, contact the Women’s Center at Cox Medical
Center Branson at 417-348-8313. The exams are also available at CoxHealth’s
Breast Care Clinic in Springfield. Call 417-269-6170 for an appointment.
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