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Eman Almohawes
Consultant Diagnostic Radiology and Women’s Imaging, Saudi ArabiaPresentation Title:
Role of imaging in breast cancer detection
Abstract
Breast cancer is a leading cause of death amongst women worldwide. Advanced diagnostic techniques may reduce the mortality rate due to breast cancer. Mammography ensures early diagnosis and a better chance for treatment and recovery from breast cancer. Screening mammography proves decrease in breast cancer mortality through early detection. Detection of nonpalpable, suspicious findings requiring histologic evaluation. Widespread acceptance of percutaneous breast biopsies techniques represents the most important practice changing development in breast imaging. The radiologist now plays a virtual role not only in the detection and evaluation of breast disease, but also in the diagnosis and management of breast cancer.
Biography
Dr. Eman Almohawes, is consultant diagnostic radiology and women's imaging ,Director of clinical medical services at security forces hospital Dammam Saudi Arabia. As one of the leading figures advocating for early detection and screening of breast cancer for women in Saudi Arabia . she was the honorary chairperson of the early detection breast cancer campaign 2017.Founder of breast cancer screening program at security forces hospital Dammam established in 2017. Honored for participating and valuable contribution as organizer and speaker in the success of women health and imaging conferences as well as cancer conferences. Honored by Saudi Minister of Health Dr. Tawfeeq AlRabiya for the volunteer participation and work in breast screening at Saudi cancer foundation on international volunteer day 5th /Dec/2017. Member of European society of breast imaging 2018(EUSOBI).