Introduction to Breast Tomosynthesis, Breast Density and Breast Cancer Risk

Introduction to Breast Tomosynthesis, Breast Density and Breast Cancer Risk is organized by X-Ray Lady.

Course Approval End Date: 04/01/2028

Course Description:
This course provides an introduction to Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT) including its development and acceptance across the country, the history and clinical significance of DBT, an overview of system design, implications and advantages of DBT, and the mammographer’s role in breast tomosynthesis examinations. This course also examines breast anatomy and density both in conjunction with breast tomosynthesis and as it relates to breast cancer risk factors. The advent of breast tomosynthesis is accompanied by increased awareness and regulations regarding breast density, especially in regards to patient notification, screening procedures, and further diagnostic tests. This course gives an all-encompassing view at the breast cancer screening process and highlights essential elements of high quality screening procedures, breast cancer risks, diagnostic testing, treatment navigation, and breast cancer survivorship.

The content of this course is based on the Hologic Selenia Dimensions® DBT system and is sufficient to meet the 8 hours of new modality training and continuing education for DBT.

This course is based on the book Introduction to Breast Tomosynthesis, Breast Density, and Breast Cancer Risk, by Jeana Fleitz, M.Ed., RT(R)(M)(ARRT)™. This book/PDF is 228 pages long and 8.5 x 11 inches in size. This book has 12 pt font and 1.5 line spacing.

The test has 116 multiple choice and true/false questions.