Women's Imaging Centre First In Louisiana To Deploy Advanced Diagnostic Imaging With The Aurora Dedicated Breast MRI

Aurora Imaging Technology Inc. announced that the Aurora� 1. 5Tesla Dedicated Breast MRI System is immediately available to patients for the first time in Louisiana at Women's Imaging Centre-Lafayette.

The Aurora System is the only Food and Drug Administration ( Food and Drug Administration ) cleared dedicated breast MRI system specifically designed for detection, diagnosis and management of breast disease. The Women's Imaging Centre chose Aurora System to service patients in Lafayette, La. and its surrounding parishes to offer advanced diagnostic imaging, and address the staggering breast cancer statistics in Louisiana.

According to the Louisiana Tumor Registry, breast cancer is leading cause of malignancies in Louisiana women, accounting for 30 percent of all new cancer cases. Although in recent years this number has been lower than national average, state's breast cancer mortality rate exceeds the national level, accounting for more than 16 percent of all female cancer deaths in Louisiana.

" National breast cancer statistics have declined in recent years due to early detection and medical advancements, and with the aid of advanced technologies like Aurora System, we're hopeful that these statistics will continually decrease across U. S. , " said Olivia Ho Cheng, president and chief executive officer, Aurora Imaging Technology Inc. " Women's health centers worldwide are increasingly discovering Aurora System's unparalleled breast imaging capabilities. Today we proudly announce our partnership with Women's Imaging Centre to offer Louisiana patients Aurora System's technology for optimum patient care. "

The Aurora System features an exclusive precision gradient coil design to provide a large homogeneous elliptical field of view to image both breasts, the chest wall and axillae in a single bilateral scan. The benefit of this breakthrough design is production of outstanding images in both clarity and contrast. Unique to Aurora System is a computer-automated and fully integrated MR-guided biopsy technology which virtually eliminates human error and accurately determines needle placement for a seamless procedure. The Aurora System's advancements can help detect cancers at earlier stages of development, thus directly aiding in fight against breast disease.

" Breast MRI is a continually emerging technology in breast health and after much research on available technologies, we chose Aurora System for our comprehensive, multimodality facility because it was most favorable option to service our exclusive clientele of female patients, " said Robert Lapidus, M. D. , radiologist and principal, Women's Imaging Centre. " The Aurora System's unique characteristics include superior imaging capabilities, an intuitive biopsy system, and a patient-friendly design that no other machine can offer. "

The installation of the Aurora System at Women's Imaging Centre supports the most recent American Cancer Society guideline, recommending breast MRI for women at high risk of breast cancer.

About Women's Imaging Centre-Lafayette

Women's Imaging Centre-Lafayette is an 11, 000 square foot facility providing a multimodality approach to breast imaging. Women's Imaging Centre offers precise detection technology and convenient treatment service in a spa-like environment. It offers full field digital mammography with CAD, ultrasound, automated whole breast ultrasound, DXA bone scan, and Aurora Dedicated Breast MRI System. Women's Imaging Centre also performs minimally invasive biopsies through ultrasound, stereotactic and MRI guidance.

The mission of Women's Imaging Centre is to reach out to women of Lafayette, La. Community-mothers, daughters and friends alike-to ask what is important to them regarding breast health, and what they expect and need from health care providers. Women's Imaging Centre-Lafayette is committed to meeting patient needs and exceeding their expectations. For more information, please visit http: //www. womensimagingcentre. com.

About Aurora Imaging Technology Inc.

Aurora Imaging Technology Inc. is a private company based in North Andover, Mass. committed to expanding fight against breast cancer. Aurora strives to manufacture highest quality and most cost-effective breast MRI solutions, and partners with a growing number of nation's finest breast care centers to provide ultimate in the detection, diagnosis, biopsy and treatment of breast cancer. The Aurora System is in clinical use at a rapidly growing number of leading breast care centers in the United States, Europe and Asia.

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A very serious allergic reaction to Tramadol ( which may occur while use Tramadol as early as the first dose ) is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if we notice any of following symptoms:

This isn't a complete list of possible side effects. If we notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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Before using Tramadol, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:

Tramadol may make you dizzy or drowsy. Use caution while driving, using machinery, or doing any activity that requires alertness. Avoid alcoholic beverages because they may increase risk of Tramadol's side effects.

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Tramadol passes into breast milk. While there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

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Tell your doctor or pharmacist if we also take drugs that cause drowsiness such as certain antihistamines ( e. g. , diphenhydramine ) , anti-anxiety drugs ( e. g. , diazepam ) , anti-seizure drugs ( e. g. , phenytoin ) , medicine for sleep ( e. g. , zolpidem ) , muscle relaxants ( e. g. , cyclobenzaprine ) .

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