Aurora Imaging Technology Inc. today announced that the Aurora(R) 1.5Tesla Dedicated Breast MRI System is now available to patients in northern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire at Aurora Breast MRI of Beverly Hospital. The Aurora System is the only Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cleared dedicated breast MRI system specifically designed for the detection, diagnosis and management of breast disease.
Aurora Breast MRI of Beverly Hospital is located within the Breast Health Center at Beverly Hospital at Danvers, providing specialized service and easy access to advanced imaging technology for its patients. Since the Aurora System’s installation earlier this summer, the center has scheduled patients daily for breast MRI screening.
“MRI is an emerging technology and we are proud to add a dedicated breast MRI to our Breast Health Center with the installation of the Aurora System,” said Peter Curatolo, M.D., radiologist and acting medical director, Aurora Breast MRI of Beverly Hospital. “The Aurora System plays a valuable role in the diagnosis of breast cancer at our facility, and has been instrumental in the staging and treatment planning of patients with recent diagnoses of breast disease. The Aurora System is an integrated component of our multidisciplinary center and the feedback we’ve received from patients regarding our new service has all been very positive.”
The Aurora System’s table design captures full coverage of both breasts, the chest wall and axillae in a single scan, without any compromise in image contrast or resolution. Its feet-first entry also minimizes feelings of claustrophobia, and patients rest comfortably on the massage-type table contoured specifically for breast anatomy. Such patient comfort also greatly minimizes the risk of patient movement and thus, motion artifacts on the images are reduced. Patients lie prone, with arms forward and down for comfort, with their breasts suspended away from their chest.
“We’re very pleased to offer the convenience and comfort provided by the Aurora System,” said Christine Aiello, director, Radiology and Imaging Services, Beverly Hospital. “Since the Aurora System was designed specifically with a woman’s anatomy in mind, it is more appealing to our clientele of female patients as the Aurora System is more sensitive to their needs and concerns.”
Unique to the Aurora System is a computer-automated and fully integrated MRI-guided biopsy technology, which virtually eliminates human error by accurately determining needle placement for a seamless procedure. The Aurora System also delivers industry-leading, ultra-thin 1mm slices for superior resolution and clarity, ideal for detecting cancers that may be missed through mammography or clinical examination. These features are only a fraction of the Aurora Systems’ advancements, all helping to detect cancers at earlier stages of development, thus directly aiding in the fight against breast disease.
“Early detection of cancer, through the help of advanced imaging technologies like the Aurora System, is the key to eradicating mortalities associated with breast disease,” said Olivia Ho Cheng, president and chief executive officer, Aurora Imaging Technology Inc. “Breast health centers nationwide are continually discovering the benefits of this important imaging modality. We proudly partner with Beverly Hospital to offer additional access to the Aurora System, to reach our mutual goal of winning the battle against breast disease.”
Over the years, breast cancer statistics have steadily declined in Massachusetts. However, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS), breast cancer is the second leading cause of female cancer mortalities in the state. The availability of the Aurora System at Aurora Breast MRI of Beverly Hospital supports the most recent ACS guideline, recommending breast MRI for women at high risk of breast cancer. This installation marks the fourth Aurora System in the state of Massachusetts.
About Beverly Hospital
Beverly Hospital is a full service, community hospital providing quality, patient-centered care to North Shore and Cape Ann residents. Services include maternity, pediatrics, surgical, orthopedics, cardiology, as well as other specialties. The hospital boasts a medical staff of more than 570 physicians and its service area includes some 13 communities. Beverly Hospital has been nationally recognized by Solucient Institute as a 100 Top Hospital five times in the past seven years. Beverly Hospital is a member of Northeast Health System. For more information on Beverly Hospital, visit www.beverlyhospital.org.
About Aurora Imaging Technology Inc.
Aurora Imaging Technology Inc. is a private company based in North Andover, Mass. committed to expanding the fight against breast cancer. Aurora strives to manufacture the highest quality and most cost-effective breast MRI solutions, and partners with a growing number of the nation’s finest breast care centers to provide the ultimate in the detection, diagnosis, biopsy and treatment of breast cancer. The Aurora System is in clinical use at a rapidly growing number of leading breast care centers in the United States, Europe and Asia. To find an Aurora Dedicated Breast MRI System near you, visit www.auroramri.com.
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