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Breast imaging is a sub-specialty of diagnostic radiology that involves imaging of the breasts for screening or diagnostic purposes. It utilizes various methods and technologies to examine the breast and detect any abnormalities. Here are some key points about breast imaging:
Methods: Breast imaging uses different techniques to visualize the breast tissue. The most common tests carried out in breast imaging are:
Mammogram (breast X-ray): This is a low-dose X-ray examination of the breast that can detect early signs of breast cancer or other abnormalities.
Breast ultrasound: This imaging technique uses sound waves to create images of the breast. It is often used to further evaluate abnormalities found on a mammogram or to differentiate between solid masses and fluid-filled cysts.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): Breast MRI uses powerful magnets and radio waves to generate detailed images of the breast. It is typically used for high-risk patients or to further evaluate suspicious findings from other imaging tests.
Screening vs. Diagnostic: Breast imaging can be performed for both screening and diagnostic purposes. Screening mammography is used to detect breast cancer in women who have no symptoms, while diagnostic mammography and additional imaging tests are used to evaluate specific breast concerns or abnormalities found during screening.
Importance: Breast imaging plays a crucial role in the early detection and diagnosis of breast cancer. Regular screening mammograms can help detect breast cancer at an early stage, when it is most treatable. Diagnostic breast imaging is used to further evaluate suspicious findings and guide treatment decisions.
