New Digital 3D Mammography System Installed

By Lissa Merrill, Director Outpatient Services

Stephens Memorial Hospital is proud to have installed the newest and most advanced mammography machine in the MaineHealth system in 2022. Called the Hologic 3Dimensions Mammography System, this system provides higher quality images and a more comfortable mammography experience.

Upgrading from 2D to 3D, the digital images use low dose x-rays to detect cancers. 3D technology is significantly more accurate, detecting 20%-65% more invasive breast cancers. The better images allow doctors to see beyond areas of density, further increasing early cancer detection and decreasing false-positive rates.

Please discuss the right imaging technique and schedule with your provider.