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New Breast Scan Beats Mammogram

Uses near-infrared rays to illuminate tumors and sort benign from malignant

By Colleen Barry,  Newser Staff

Posted Mar 27, 2007 12:58 PM CDT

(Newser) – A new type of breast scan promises to pick up the tumors mammograms often miss and to distinguish between benign and malignant masses—without surgery. The technology relies on harmless near-infrared light to illuminate the masses, which glow when exposed to a particular chemical combination.   Read full story »

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