FAQ’s
How do I know Transpara is safe? What is artificial intelligence?
We’re here for frequent questions you may have about Transpara.
How do I know Transpara AI system is safe?
Transpara has been used for a long time following many years of research and trials. The FDA and other regulators undertook the most rigorous investigations to approve both versions of the system: 2D in 2018 and the 3D version in January 2020.
European regulators awarded an approval CE mark some 6 years ago. Transpara, which was trained on a million mammograms, has now been used by radiologists in over 30 countries to read well over half a million scans with an accuracy equal to a trained radiologist. It is the most advanced system of its kind worldwide and radiologists frequently tell us they never want to work without Transpara being their ‘second pair of eyes’.
Does Transpara Breast Care replace a radiologist?
No, it does not. Transpara has been designed to support radiologists while reading, it’s a “second pair of eyes”. Transpara looks for areas of a mammogram that look like cancer (from other mammograms, that were used to “train” the software). The higher the score, the more we want the radiologist to pay attention to that area. Just because an area is marked does not mean it’s cancer, just that the software is asking the radiologist to take a closer look!
What is Artificial Intelligence?
When a computer can perform a task that usually requires complicated processes that are quite deep, it is defined as ‘artificial intelligence’ (AI). Artificial intelligence is the result of ‘machine learning’ – a machine developing skills after learning by repetitive experience – without the involvement of a human being. In mammogram reading, AI like Transpara helps radiologists by looking at your mammogram to find signs of cancer. For example, Transpara spots areas in the mammogram that are concerning and gives a score based on its training. Because AI doesn’t get tired, distracted, and can “see” smaller things than the human eye, Transpara may help radiologists find cancer earlier.
Is an AI mammogram worth it?
Absolutely! We have over 30 reviewed publications in scientific journals by world-famous radiologists and breast imaging experts that show Transpara can detect cancers much earlier. It has also been proven to help read and analyze more challenging mammograms, like those of dense breasts, which are sometimes harder to interpret. Since Transpara helps catch cancer early, it means there are more treatment options available that can work effectively.
How accurate is AI in detecting breast cancer?
A study by a top institution in Sweden found that using AI to help read mammograms can increase cancer detection by up to 28%! This study used Transpara to screen 100,000 women and was a randomized controlled trial, which is the absolute gold standard for research. Even more importantly, this study showed that the types of “extra” cancer that Transpara found are more inclined to become aggressive if not treated at an early stage. This and other studies have shown that Transpara is not only safe but also helps radiologists improve accuracy, no matter how experienced they are.
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