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Overview, Screening, Diagnostic Imaging

Post a new topicby contentuser on Wed Dec 26, 2007 10:29 am


Overview

Mammography is a test that uses x-rays to create images of breast tissue. The test is performed to detect and evaluate abnormalities such as tumors and cysts. There are two basic forms of mammography: screening and diagnostic.


Screening

A screening mammogram is used to look for cancer in women with no symptoms and no history of breast surgery. Mammograms are used for comparative study, that is, the left breast is compared to the right breast, and current films are compared ...Read the full article

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