Breakthrough Medical Technology at Harley Street Transforms Breast Cancer Detection with World’s Most Advanced Imaging System
London’s prestigious Breast Scan Limited becomes UK’s exclusive provider of revolutionary Koning™ Breast CT technology, offering pain-free 3D scanning that could save thousands of lives annually
London, September 2025 – In a groundbreaking development for women’s healthcare, Breast Scan Limited on Harley Street has introduced the UK’s first and only Koning™ Vera Breast CT system, representing the most significant advancement in breast cancer detection technology in decades. This compression-free imaging technology promises to revolutionize how breast cancer is diagnosed, offering unparalleled accuracy while eliminating the pain and discomfort traditionally associated with mammography.
The innovative Koning™ Vera system, exclusively available at Breast Scan’s state-of-the-art Harley Street facility, captures true 3D images of the entire breast in just seven seconds without any compression. This represents a dramatic departure from conventional mammography, which misses approximately 30% of cancers and up to 70% in women with dense breast tissue. The technology can detect cancers as small as 2mm and calcifications as small as 200 microns, identifying stage 0 and stage 1 cancers with unprecedented precision.
Breast Scan Limited is positioned at the forefront of preventative healthcare innovation. The team’s vision to make the UK a global leader in preventative healthcare has materialized through this exclusive partnership, bringing cutting-edge technology that has already demonstrated remarkable success across international installations from Jamaica to California.
The clinical significance of this advancement cannot be overstated, particularly given that breast cancer affects 1 in 7 women in the UK, with someone dying from the disease every 45 minutes. With approximately 56,000 new cases diagnosed annually and breast cancer representing 15% of all new cancer cases in the UK, the introduction of superior detection technology at Harley Street addresses a critical healthcare need. The Koning™ Vera’s ability to provide clear visualization without compression is especially crucial for the 50% of women who have dense breast tissue, where traditional mammography often fails to detect cancers.
What sets the Koning™ system apart is its unique cone beam computed tomography technology, which provides a complete 360-degree scanning angle and the largest field of view available in breast imaging, covering up to 34cm longitudinally including the chest wall. The device eliminates operator error through automated scanning and delivers radiation exposure levels comparable to diagnostic mammography while producing vastly superior 3D images.
The arrival of this technology at Harley Street reinforces London’s position as the world’s pre-eminent destination for medical excellence, building upon the district’s reputation for hosting the largest concentration of medical expertise in Europe. Breast Scan Limited’s comprehensive approach includes collaboration with leading consultants, visiting specialists, and Affinity Biomarker Labs, while actively hosting international medical symposia and partnering with International Medical Schools. This positions the facility not merely as a diagnostic center, but as a hub for advancing global breast cancer detection and treatment protocols.
The economic and social implications of this technological advancement extend far beyond individual patient outcomes. With breast cancer projected to cost the UK economy £3.2 billion – £3.5 billion in 2025, rising to potentially £4.3 billion by 2050, early detection through superior imaging technology represents both a humanitarian imperative and an economic necessity. The Koning™ Vera’s compression-free, patient-friendly approach is expected to increase screening compliance, potentially preventing thousands of deaths annually while reducing the long-term costs associated with late-stage cancer treatment.