BI-RADS
BI-RADS
BI-RADS (pronounced /biː-rædz/), an acronym for Breast Imaging-Reporting and Data System, is a risk assessment and quality assurance tool developed by the American College of Radiology. It provides a standardized system for describing mammography, ultrasound, and magnetic resonance imaging findings in the breast, facilitating communication between radiologists and referring physicians.
Etymology
The term "BI-RADS" is derived from the full name, Breast Imaging-Reporting and Data System. It was first introduced by the American College of Radiology in 1993 to standardize the interpretation and reporting of mammographic findings.
Related Terms
- Mammography: A specific type of imaging that uses a low-dose x-ray system to examine breasts.
- Ultrasound: An imaging method that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of structures within your body.
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging: A type of imaging technology that uses magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body.
- American College of Radiology: A professional medical society dedicated to serving patients and society by empowering radiology professionals to advance the practice, science, and professions of radiological care.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on BI-RADS
- Wikipedia's article - BI-RADS
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