3D mammography is on the upswing in the US, as experts argue about its value

Abstract

While some doctors are happily recommending digital breast tomosynthesis, Jeanne Lenzer reports that the value of adding an extra dimension to mammography remains decidedly unproven

The cost-effectiveness of adding tomosynthesis to mammography-based breast cancer screening: an economic analysis

“…There are, however, concerns that the extra time required for radiologists to interpret the numerous additional images and the data-storage requirements may introduce costs that outweigh any potential savings. 22,23 As screening programs perform high volumes of breast exams, the decision to supplement DM-based screening with DBT requires data-driven analyses of the total costs and all downstream outcomes involved.…”