iCAD decision support tool now available for Fujifilm full-field mammography system

iCAD, Inc., announced today that its mammography computer-aided detection solution is now available on Fujifilm’s Aspire Cristalle full field digital mammography system, according to a joint press release issued by the companies.

The decision support tool, called the PowerLook Advanced Mammography Platform, utilizes a sophisticated algorithm to assist radiologists in breast cancer detection.

“iCAD is pleased to provide our leading mammography CAD solution to Fujifilm’s Aspire Cristalle customers worldwide,” said Diane Clifford, director of marketing for cancer detection solutions at iCAD. “We trust our integrated solutions will now provide radiologists with a clinical decision support tool designed to help provide the highest quality care for mammography patients.”

The iCAD mammography solution is currently in use by more than 3,000 mammography facilities around the globe.

Read the full press release.

 

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