Southampton’s fast 3D mammography system from Siemens features wide tomosynthesis angle
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has transformed its breast imaging services with the UK’s first Mammomat B.brilliant mammography system from Siemens Healthineers. This addition is said to bring the latest technology including the widest tomosynthesis angle with the fastest scan time on the market of less than five seconds.
Following its accreditation by the NHS Breast Screening Programme for use in clinical practice, the system will play a key role in helping the hospital tackle breast cancer.
“We’re proud to be the first in the UK to bring the Mammomat B.brilliant into clinical use and the impact it is having on breast cancer detection is clear to see,” said director of breast imaging Dr Ruth Walker. “The improvements in image quality and workflow are having a real impact, not just on the efficiency of our examinations, but in supporting the confidence and experience of our clinicians. Knowing we’re offering women the most accurate and comfortable care possible is exactly what we strive for every day.”
As the next generation of 3D mammography, the Mammomat B.brilliant is the first mammography platform from Siemens Healthineers with PlatinumTomo, combining 50° wide angle tomosynthesis, flying focal spot technology and Premia AI reconstruction to improve image quality. By eliminating motion blur caused by tube movement, the system delivers sharp images without compromising patient comfort or throughput.
“Our systems have to provide meaningful answers in the shortest possible time to minimise patient anxiety,” commented Siemens Healthineers Great Britain and Ireland business manager for x-ray products Joanne Barry. “With the unique combination of 50° wide angle tomosynthesis, the quickest scan time available on the market and high resolution images, the Mammomat B.brilliant is poised to enhance screening at the trust. Ensuring a quicker, more comfortable and accurate experience for patients and staff is crucial in the early diagnosis of breast cancer and in supporting better patient outcomes.”
Picture: Siemens Healthineers Great Britain and Ireland business manager for x-ray products Joanne Barry, radiology department assistant Diane Hudson, assistant practitioner mammographer Afi Trasey, advanced practice radiographer Stephanie Gow, assistant practitioner Helen Daniels, trainee mammographer Sonia Ndoho and radiology department assistant from University Hospital Southampton Esther Nwanko.
Read this report on page 10 of the August 2025 issue of RAD Magazine.
