Boost for breast screening services
07/02/2012 - 03:17 PM
Breast screening services in East Lancashire have been boosted by a new, improved digital imaging system and a state-of-the-art breast screening trailer.
Hundreds of thousands of pounds have been invested to bring about the improvements for women who use the screening service.
The new trailer will visit 11 sites across East Lancashire with three breast screening radiographers.
The Trust’s breast imaging manager, Anne Worrall, said: “The new equipment is technologically more advanced and the whole environment is much better for both women attending for screening and for staff. It is welcoming and comfortable. 
“Around 105 women are invited to the twin roomed trailer each day as part of the national breast screening programme.”
Additional investment into the service has been made on digital assessment equipment at Burnley General Hospital. The main benefit of the new digital equipment, which has replaced analogue equipment, is that it provides optimum image technology. A digital reporting system is now in place which provides quicker results for patients and the ability of consultants to access images from other offices.
Dr Richard Dobrashian, director of breast screening for the Trust and consultant radiologist, said: “These investments are good news for the service and good news for local women. They demonstrate our commitment to continually improve the service and keep pace with developments in available technology.”
