Mammogram

The questionable imaging tests by North Shore Medical Center were done between March 2022 and March 2024. The facility is owned by Steward Health Care, which is undergoing Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Artificial intelligence software to aid radiologists has been moving rapidly into clinical use, where it shows great promise. But it’s a turnoff for some patients asked to pay out-of-pocket for technology that’s not ready for prime time.

There is no direct evidence that it will save lives, yet modeling suggests expanding routine mammography to include that age group might avert 1.3 deaths per 1,000. Highlighting the risk of false positives, some specialists call for a more personalized approach.