CarePoint Health Announces New 3D Mammography at CarePoint Health - Christ Hospital Breast Center

HUDSON COUNTY, N.J., May 28, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- CarePoint Health is excited to offer 3D mammography (breast tomosynthesis) at CarePoint Health - Christ Hospital for breast cancer screening. This is the first time the technology will be available in Hudson County.  Breast tomosynthesis produces a three-dimensional view of the breast tissue that helps radiologists identify and characterize individual breast structures without the confusion of overlapping tissue. 

The center's Selenia® Dimensions® breast tomosynthesis system is made by Hologic, a world leader in digital mammography. The Selenia Dimensions system offers exceptionally sharp breast images, an advanced ergonomic design providing more patient comfort, and the ground-breaking tomosynthesis platform designed to deliver superior screening and diagnostic performance for all breast types. ¹

"We are excited to implement this new technology that gives us an additional tool to find breast cancer early and begin treatment," said CarePoint Health Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Nizar Kifaieh. 

"We believe breast tomosynthesis will benefit all screening and diagnostic mammography patients, and is especially valuable for women receiving a baseline screening, those who have dense breast tissue and/or women with a personal history of breast cancer," said Dr. Robbi Kempner, Director of CarePoint Health's Breast Center. 

Breast cancer screening with tomosynthesis when combined with a conventional 2D mammography has a 40% higher invasive cancer detection rate than conventional 2D mammography alone.^2-4  Tomosynthesis technology gives us increased confidence with up to a 40% reduction in recall rates. ^4-5

The tomosynthesis screening experience is similar to a traditional mammogram.  During a tomosynthesis exam, multiple, low-dose images of the breast are acquired at different angles.  These images are then used to produce a series of one-millimeter thick slices that can be viewed as a 3D reconstruction of the breast.

By offering women the latest and most accurate⁶ technology in mammography, CarePoint Health expects to increase the number of women in the region who will be routinely screened.  Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women, exceeded only by lung cancer.  Statistics indicate that one in eight women will develop breast cancer sometime in her lifetime. The stage at which breast cancer is detected influences a woman's chance of survival. If detected early, the five-year survival rate is 98 percent. ⁷

CarePoint Health is committed to the fight against breast cancer. In offering breast tomosynthesis digital mammography, CarePoint Health provides the latest in imaging technology. If you would like to schedule a mammogram or have questions about this important breast health procedure, please contact the CarePoint Health – Christ Hospital Breast Center at 201-795-0700.

CarePoint Health provides comprehensive screening and diagnostic breast services, including mammography and stereotactic breast biopsy — the most accurate, efficient and minimally invasive biopsy technique at our three Breast Centers located at CarePoint Health – Bayonne Medical Center, CarePoint Health – Hoboken University Medical Center, and CarePoint Health – Christ Hospital. Our staff of board-certified, residency and fellowship trained radiologists, registered nurses, and registered technologists work together to provide you with the best care possible.

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Jarrod Bernstein
CarePoint Health
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Phone: 201-884-5300

About CarePoint Health

CarePoint Health brings quality, patient-focused health care to Hudson County. Combining the resources of three area hospitals – Bayonne Medical Center, Christ Hospital in Jersey City, and Hoboken University Medical Center – CarePoint Health provides a new approach to deliver health care that puts the patient front and center. We leverage a network of top doctors, nurses and other medical professionals whose expertise and attentiveness work together to provide complete coordination of care, from the doctor's office to the hospital to the home. Patients benefit from the expertise and capabilities of a broad network of leading specialists and specialized technology. At CarePoint Health, all of our medical professionals emphasize preventive medicine and focus on educating patients to make healthy life choices. For more information on our facilities, partners and services, visit our website, www.carepointhealth.org. For information on CarePoint's Neighborhood Health Centers visit our YouTube channel.

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2 Skaane P, Bandos A, Gullien R, et al. "Comparison of Digital Mammography Alone and Digital Mammography Plus Tomosynthesis in a Population-based Screening Program." Radiology. 2013 Apr; 267(1):47-56. Epub 2013 Jan 7.

3 Ciatto S, Houssami N, Bernardi D, et al. "Integration of 3D Digital Mammography with Tomosynthesis for Population Breast-Cancer Screening (STORM): A Prospective Comparison Study" The Lancet Oncology. 2013 Jun;14(7):583-589. Epub 2013 Apr 25.

4 Rose S, Tidwell A, Bujnock L, et al. "Implementation of Breast Tomosynthesis in a Routine Screening Practice: An Observational Study." American Journal of Roentengenology. 2013 Jun; 200(6): 1401-1408. Epub 2013 May 22.

5 Haas B, Kalra V, Geisel, J et al. "Comparison of Tomosynthesis Plus Digital Mammography and Digital Mammography Alone for Breast Cancer Screening." Radiology. 2013 Jul 30. [Epub ahead of print].

6 Zuley M, Bandos A, Ganott M, et al.  "Digital Breast Tomosynthesis versus Supplemental Diagnostic Mammographic Views for Evaluation of Noncalcified Breast Lesions."  Radiology. 2013 Jan; 266(1):89-95. Epub 2012 Nov 9.

7 Breast Cancer Facts & Figures 2011, American Cancer Society.

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