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DITI as an Effective Tool in
Breast Case Studies
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The best use of DITI is to alert
clients to the inflammatory changes
in breasts (and other regions), by
measuring temperature variations
that could indicate the development
and progression of disease. DITI is
best used annually to compare
subtle thermal patterns for the onset
of the inflammatory process, as this
is now definitively linked to the onset
and progression of breast cancer.
Below are individual breast case
study examples that demonstrate
the sensitivity of thermal imaging in
detecting changes at various stages
clients to the inflammatory changes
in breasts (and other regions), by
measuring temperature variations
that could indicate the development
and progression of disease. DITI is
best used annually to compare
subtle thermal patterns for the onset
of the inflammatory process, as this
is now definitively linked to the onset
and progression of breast cancer.
Below are individual breast case
study examples that demonstrate
the sensitivity of thermal imaging in
detecting changes at various stages
| DITI Temperature Readings |
CASE STUDY #1 - Using DITI in Combination With Mammography
This patient was age 37 when her first baseline thermogram showed a slight hyperthermic asymmetry in the upper right
breast. The follow-up study showed the pattern had become more well defined, and although clinical correlation did not find
anything remarkable, it was decided to repeat the exam again in another 3 months, when again significant changes were
seen. Mammography was performed at this stage with the thermographic guidance of the locally suspicious area at 1 o'clock
to the right nipple. The mammographic findings were inconclusive and the patient was referred for a repeat mammogram in
12 months. Thermographic monitoring was continued at the fifth comparative study, and at 12 months significant changes
were still evident, and the hyperthermic asymmetry (temperature differentials) had increased.
Immediate further investigation was strongly recommended despite a scheduled mammogram in 6 months, and at the
patient's insistence a repeat mammogram was performed, which clearly showed a small calcification (1mm) at 1 o'clock.
Within one week a lumpectomy had been performed with good margins, and the pathology confirmed as a malignant
carcinoma (DCIS).
The patient has now had consistently stable thermograms for the last 2 years, and is expected to remain healthy. This case
study is a great example of the combined efforts of thermography and the appropriate use of mammography. While this client
was not able to alter the course of inflammation, she was alerted very early to the development of breast cancer, allowing for
limited intervention and a more positive prognosis.
This patient was age 37 when her first baseline thermogram showed a slight hyperthermic asymmetry in the upper right
breast. The follow-up study showed the pattern had become more well defined, and although clinical correlation did not find
anything remarkable, it was decided to repeat the exam again in another 3 months, when again significant changes were
seen. Mammography was performed at this stage with the thermographic guidance of the locally suspicious area at 1 o'clock
to the right nipple. The mammographic findings were inconclusive and the patient was referred for a repeat mammogram in
12 months. Thermographic monitoring was continued at the fifth comparative study, and at 12 months significant changes
were still evident, and the hyperthermic asymmetry (temperature differentials) had increased.
Immediate further investigation was strongly recommended despite a scheduled mammogram in 6 months, and at the
patient's insistence a repeat mammogram was performed, which clearly showed a small calcification (1mm) at 1 o'clock.
Within one week a lumpectomy had been performed with good margins, and the pathology confirmed as a malignant
carcinoma (DCIS).
The patient has now had consistently stable thermograms for the last 2 years, and is expected to remain healthy. This case
study is a great example of the combined efforts of thermography and the appropriate use of mammography. While this client
was not able to alter the course of inflammation, she was alerted very early to the development of breast cancer, allowing for
limited intervention and a more positive prognosis.
| Baseline |
| 3 Months |
| 6 Months |
| 9 Months |
| 12 Months |
of developing pathology. Each of these studies also reflect detection depending on what stage
the patient sought thermal imaging to aid in the process.
the patient sought thermal imaging to aid in the process.
Read more about the link between inflammation and breast disease HERE
| 9/2007 Baseline |
| 2/2008 Follow-up |
CASE STUDY #2 - Personal History of Breast Cancer: Monitored Changes at the Cellular Level
Client presented her baseline scans and reports a diagnosis with breast cancer (in 2004), and was utilizing DITI to monitor
any concerning changes once the baseline was established.
Stable findings in 2/2008 were reported and the client followed up with annual imaging.
Client presented her baseline scans and reports a diagnosis with breast cancer (in 2004), and was utilizing DITI to monitor
any concerning changes once the baseline was established.
Stable findings in 2/2008 were reported and the client followed up with annual imaging.
| 7/2009 |
| 10/2010 |
| 1/2011 |
2009 There are no thermal changes seen in this annual follow-up study
compared to February 12, 2008. Thermal patterns and temperature
differentials have remained very stable. The patchy areas of hyperthermia in
the upper quadrants of both breasts have not evolved. The long term stability of
all thermal patterns continue to show a reliable comparative record of stable
physiology with no indication of tissue changes.
2010 However, on the client's annual comparative study in 2010, significant
and concerning changes were seen in the right breast, and the interpreting
medical doctor reported that these findings were suspicious and consistent
with neovascularity - new blood vessels forming in the breast.
The written medical report from the MD stated:
There are thermal changes seen in this annual follow-up. There is alarge
complex area of hyperthermia in the upper quadrants of the right breast with a
vascular extension to the mid sternum. This is very suspicious and is
consistent with neovascularity. The thermal patterns in the right breast have
shown a significant change.
2011 Client sought clinical investigation and altered some lifestyle decisions
that included, but are not limited to diet, exercise, stress management, etc.
There are slight thermal changes seen in routine follow-up study compared to
October 2010. Thermal patterns and temperature differentials have decreased
in both breasts due to a decrease in background hyperthermia. The vascular
patterns in the upper quadrant of the right breast have not evolved.
The thermal patterns in the right breast are consistent with fibrocystic disease,
but should be monitored carefully.
compared to February 12, 2008. Thermal patterns and temperature
differentials have remained very stable. The patchy areas of hyperthermia in
the upper quadrants of both breasts have not evolved. The long term stability of
all thermal patterns continue to show a reliable comparative record of stable
physiology with no indication of tissue changes.
2010 However, on the client's annual comparative study in 2010, significant
and concerning changes were seen in the right breast, and the interpreting
medical doctor reported that these findings were suspicious and consistent
with neovascularity - new blood vessels forming in the breast.
The written medical report from the MD stated:
There are thermal changes seen in this annual follow-up. There is alarge
complex area of hyperthermia in the upper quadrants of the right breast with a
vascular extension to the mid sternum. This is very suspicious and is
consistent with neovascularity. The thermal patterns in the right breast have
shown a significant change.
2011 Client sought clinical investigation and altered some lifestyle decisions
that included, but are not limited to diet, exercise, stress management, etc.
There are slight thermal changes seen in routine follow-up study compared to
October 2010. Thermal patterns and temperature differentials have decreased
in both breasts due to a decrease in background hyperthermia. The vascular
patterns in the upper quadrant of the right breast have not evolved.
The thermal patterns in the right breast are consistent with fibrocystic disease,
but should be monitored carefully.
CASE STUDY #3 - DITI and Personal Interventions: Early Alert Called for Lifestyle Changes
This young woman was age 32 when she began using DITI to monitor her breast health. Her baseline and 3-month follow-up
scans revealed that she had fibrocystic regions, but overall, nothing concerning was found.
This young woman was age 32 when she began using DITI to monitor her breast health. Her baseline and 3-month follow-up
scans revealed that she had fibrocystic regions, but overall, nothing concerning was found.
| 10/2004 |
2006 In April of 2006, this client presented for her routine annual breast scan.
While updating her health history, she noted pain and tenderness in her
breasts, and that the following changes had occurred since her last scan:
There are thermal changes seen in this annual follow-up study compared to
10/23/2004. Thermal patterns and temperature differentials have become more
intense and mature, especially on the right. This is suspicious and
neovascularity cannot be ruled out.
FOLLOW-UP: Suggest aggressive clinical correlation to include
mammography before thermographic breast imaging in 3 months to establish
a new baseline.
PERSONAL INTERVENTIONS:
The thermal findings relating to breast physiology remain stable and low risk for
significant developing pathology. Ultimately, early intervention reduced the
client's inflammation, achieving better breast health and stable physiology that
potentially prevented future disease.
While updating her health history, she noted pain and tenderness in her
breasts, and that the following changes had occurred since her last scan:
- Increased stress due to career
- Increase in sick days due to illness
- Poor diet
- Diet choices suffered - quick, pre-packaged foods, high in sodium and
other preservatives, more caffeine and sugar to her get through the day. - Decreased exercise
- Altered sleep patterns
- Increase in alcohol consumption
There are thermal changes seen in this annual follow-up study compared to
10/23/2004. Thermal patterns and temperature differentials have become more
intense and mature, especially on the right. This is suspicious and
neovascularity cannot be ruled out.
FOLLOW-UP: Suggest aggressive clinical correlation to include
mammography before thermographic breast imaging in 3 months to establish
a new baseline.
PERSONAL INTERVENTIONS:
- Reduced emotional stress by changing professions in Spring 2006
- Improved eating habits and reduced intake of caffeine, sugar and alcohol
- Increased amounts of exercise and disturbed sleep patterns resolved
- Increased amounts of supplements
The thermal findings relating to breast physiology remain stable and low risk for
significant developing pathology. Ultimately, early intervention reduced the
client's inflammation, achieving better breast health and stable physiology that
potentially prevented future disease.
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