Digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) finds what percentage more cancers than analog or 2D full-field digital mammograms (FFDM)?

Digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) is noted for its enhanced ability to detect breast cancers compared to traditional analog or 2D full-field digital mammograms (FFDM). Research and clinical data indicate that DBT can identify about 30% more cancers than the previous imaging modalities. This increase in detection rate is attributed to the three-dimensional imaging capability of DBT, which allows for better visualization of overlapping breast tissue and lesions that may be obscured in 2D imaging. As a result, DBT has been shown to improve the overall accuracy of breast cancer screening and is especially beneficial in women with dense breast tissue.

Comparing DBT to both analog and FFDM, the 30% increase in cancer detection underscores the significance of this technology in potentially improving outcomes in breast cancer diagnosis and management.