The Challenge of Positioning and Tissue Acquisition in Breast Imaging
One of the biggest challenges in mammography is ensuring proper breast positioning to maximize tissue acquisition. Research shows that poor positioning accounts for 92% of accreditation failures from the American College of Radiology (ACR). https://www.itnonline.com/article/poor-positioning-responsible-most-mammogram-image-deficiencies-failures This is significant because suboptimal images can result in missed diagnoses and repeated scans, increasing patient anxiousness and radiation exposure.
How a Simple Protective Coverlet Can Help Improve Breast Imaging
Bella Blankets https://beekley.com/breast-health/bella-blankets-protective-coverlets protective coverlets for mammography were designed to address these issues of positioning, tissue acquisition, and enhancing the patient experience:
• Improved Tissue Acquisition: The soft,fabric-like texture of Bella Blankets gently grips the breast in place during positioning and under compression. This helps reduce patient movement and ensures that more breast tissue is included in the image, particularly at the chest wall. A study across 14 facilities found that images taken with Bella Blankets showed an average tissue acquisition increase of 0.61 cm per image, with 54.8% of images demonstrating increased breast tissue visibility.
• Enhanced Patient Comfort: One of the key deterrents to a successful mammogram is patient discomfort. Bella Blankets provide a non-slip surface that helps reduce the cold sensation of direct contact with the imaging plate, improving patient cooperation and reducing unnecessary movement.
• Alignment with EQUIP Standards: The FDA’s Enhancing Quality Using the Inspection Program https://accreditationsupport.acr.org/support/solutions/articles/11000070548-the-mammography-quality-standards-act-mqsa-revised-12-12-19- (EQUIP) emphasizes continuous quality improvement in mammography imaging. Bella Blankets support these standards by helping mammographers achieve consistent, high-quality images, reducing the likelihood of positioning-related deficiencies.
If you have questions or would like to learn more how Bella Blankets protective coverlets for mammography can help you enhance your imaging outcomes and MQSA compliance at your facility, please reach out to us or email info@ghm-intl.com
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