Michael Healy-Rae
Question:1046. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Health to set out his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding digital mammography; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31636/15]
View answerTuesday, 22 September 2015
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Digital mammography produces enhanced image quality with improved visualisation of dense breast tissue which results in higher detection rates of breast cancer compared to film screen mammography. Furthermore, significant reductions in radiation are associated with digital mammography screening examinations and images can be got more quickly. The incidence of breast cancer has not increased due to the use of digital mammography.