Advantages of Decubitus:
  • Eliminates need for dedicated prone equipment and dedicated room.
  • Optimizes equipment use: Use existing mammography equipment plus add-on biopsy device and DBITM Table.
  • Consistently able to image farther into axillary tail and posterior-lateral breast.
  • More comfortable for patients: particularly those with neck, back disorders.

    Disadvantages of Decubitus:
  • Patient may be able to see more of procedure: does not appear to be a significant issue unless preforming biopsy procedure upright.
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