Introducing Contrast Enhanced Mammography (CEM) to the New Patient Clinic

By Sara Convie, Padma Podugu

EMS300 Student Conference 2026

Slide 1: SSC1: Introducing contrast enhanced mammography (CEM) to the new patient clinic. A full description follows.

Summary

The presentation discusses the introduction of contrast enhanced mammography (CEM) at the Edinburgh Breast Unit, highlighting its relevance according to the Royal College of Radiologists' 2025 guidelines. A study assessed clinician and staff opinions on CEM's implementation, revealing strong support from radiologists and surgeons, but concerns among nurses regarding confidence and training. Key findings indicate anticipated benefits such as reduced delays and improved accuracy, alongside challenges like staffing shortages. Recommendations include enhanced staff education and further exploration of patient perspectives.