Focused practical evaluation of Philips MicroDose SI digital mammography system NHS Breast Screening Programme
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Diagnostic Scan is an efficient, low-dose alternative to geometric magnification for mammography assessment Philips MicroDose Mammography
This white paper summarizes a study comparing MicroDose Diagnostic Scan to geometric magnification for imaging fine image details, and explains the efficiency of the Diagnostic Scan functionality of the MicroDose system based on two phantom studies. Highlights of these studies reveal: • Diagnostic Scan, an exclusive feature of Philips MicroDose Mammography, helps discern fine details in spot co...
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