Definition of Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System

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Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (brest ih-mih-jing rih-port-ing SIS-tem)

A method used by radiologists to interpret and report in a standardized manner the results of mammography, ultrasound, and MRI used in breast cancer screening and diagnosis. Also called BI-RADS.

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