Breast Cancer Screening in Chennai Gets Advanced 2D Digital Mammography System at VS Hospitals

The Fujifilm AMULET SOPHINITY system offers 50 micron imaging, intelligent exposure control and patient positioning assistance, while the hospital will provide free mammograms to underprivileged women throughout November 2026.

Breast Cancer Screening in Chennai Gets Advanced 2D Digital Mammography System at VS Hospitals
Chennai, November 11, 2026: VS Hospitals has introduced an advanced 2D digital mammography system designed to provide detailed breast imaging while incorporating technology intended to reduce radiation exposure and improve patient comfort during examinations.
The newly installed AMULET SOPHINITY system from Fujifilm features a detector with a pixel size of 50 microns, allowing radiologists to examine breast tissue in high resolution.
The imaging capability is intended to support the identification of small abnormalities, including microcalcifications, which can be important findings during breast cancer screening and diagnostic evaluation.
The hospital said the equipment combines high resolution digital imaging with intelligent exposure control, patient positioning assistance and features designed to make mammography examinations more comfortable.

One of the system’s principal features is its 50 micron detector resolution, which enables detailed visualisation of breast structures.
This can help radiologists assess tissue characteristics and identify small changes that may require further medical evaluation.
The system also incorporates automatic exposure adjustment based on breast composition. This feature is intended to maintain appropriate image quality while controlling the amount of X ray exposure used during an examination.
Patient comfort has also been considered in the equipment’s design.
The mammography system includes ergonomic positioning features, flexible positioning support, intelligent breast compression and automatic decompression.
These functions are intended to assist with patient positioning and minimise discomfort during the imaging procedure.

The equipment also provides AI based positioning support to help technicians achieve consistent positioning and image acquisition.
According to the hospital, the system takes approximately five seconds for standard image acquisition and 12 seconds for high resolution imaging.
These acquisition times are intended to support efficient examinations while maintaining the level of image detail required for radiological assessment.
Speaking at the launch, Prof. Dr. S. Subramanian, Chairman and Managing Director of VS Hospitals, emphasised the importance of screening and timely identification of breast abnormalities.

“Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women. Early detection plays a crucial role in improving treatment outcomes, and mammography is an important screening tool for identifying breast abnormalities at an early stage. That is why we are introducing this advanced digital mammography system at our hospital. We believe this technology will strengthen our breast imaging services and encourage more women to come forward for regular screening and early detection.”
The hospital said the introduction of the equipment forms part of its efforts to improve access to breast imaging services.
Alongside the technology launch, VS Hospitals has announced a free mammogram screening initiative for underprivileged women throughout November 2026.
The programme is intended to encourage eligible women to access breast screening services without the cost of the mammogram examination.

Women seeking information about the free screening initiative can contact VS Hospitals at 7448850500.
The announcement does not specify the number of free screening appointments available, eligibility documentation or whether advance registration is required.
Mammography is an imaging method used to examine breast tissue and identify findings that may require additional assessment.
While high resolution imaging can assist radiologists in detecting small abnormalities, the interpretation of mammogram results remains part of a broader clinical evaluation.
Through the introduction of the Fujifilm AMULET SOPHINITY system and its November screening initiative, VS Hospitals aims to increase access to breast imaging and encourage greater attention to early detection.

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