How does SonoCine compare with competing technology?
Read about how SonoCine AWBUS compares.
What is the difference between SonoCine AWBUS and Mammography?
SonoCine is an ultrasound technology, uses no x-rays and has no radiation, has no painful compression, and reliably finds 4-10mm breast cancers in all breast tissue types and women with implants. Mammography is an x-ray technology [...]
How is SonoCine better than a handheld ultrasound?
The SonoCine system is designed to overcome the inconsistencies that result from handheld scanning. The inherent complexity of hand scanning detracts from the ability to recognize subtle findings of cancer. SonoCine technology robotically scans the [...]
Is the exam for women with implants?
Yes, women with implants are good candidates for SonoCine AWBUS. Evidence suggests that suspicious masses can be more difficult to detect with implants much like in dense tissue, and there is no danger of damaging [...]
Can the SonoCine AWBUS be used in place of a mammogram?
No. SonoCine AWBUS was designed to be used in conjunction with traditional mammograms, providing additional detail for breast tissue that is difficult to evaluate with mammogram alone.
Is the SonoCine technology approved by the FDA for breast exams?
SonoCine AWBUS technology received FDA clearance in 2008. SonoCine AWBUS has FDA 510k clearance: “The SonoCine Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound System is indicated for use as an adjunct to mammography, but is not intended to [...]
Does the SonoCine AWBUS use radiation like a mammogram?
No, the SonoCine only uses ultrasound, so there's no need to worry about radiation exposure. Plus, because it doesn't compress the breast tissue between plates like a mammogram does, it's painless.
Does the SonoCine work by itself?
No, the SonoCine uses a computer-guided arm to perform scans, but the ultrasound technician is still present to ensure the arm is properly placed and to guide you through the exam.
How is the SonoCine system different from other types of ultrasound?
Traditional ultrasounds use a handheld transducer that relies on the technologist to evaluate specific areas of tissue. While ultrasound technologists are highly trained, traditional ultrasounds on dense tissue and tissue obscured by implants can be [...]
What is SonoCine Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound?
The SonoCine Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound (AWBUS) is an FDA Cleared adjunct screening solution. This technology is a computer-guided ultrasound system designed to be used in addition to your traditional mammogram. SonoCine AWBUS uses a [...]