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Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging
MammographyMammography is an X-ray examination of the breast using extremely low amounts of radiationUsually consisting of two pictures of each breast, mammography can detect lumps and other important changes several years before they can be felt. It is the best way to find breast cancer early when it is most treatable. A woman’s chance of developing breast cancer increases greatly as she becomes older. Since breast cancer can occur without any warning signs, it is important to take a proactive approach to screening and education. The American Cancer Society recommends that women age 40 and over should have a mammogram every year, perform monthly breast self-exams and have an annual breast exam by a health care professional. These recommendations are intended for women who do not have a history of breast cancer or breast symptoms. If you have a family or personal history of breast cancer, experience breast pain or feel a lump, please talk to your doctor. Our mammography centers use state-of-the-art equipment operated by highly trained and certified technologists, who are accredited by both the Food and Drug Administration and the American College of Radiology. CAD (Computer Aided Detection)CAD utilizes digital technology and applied “artificial intelligence.” The R2 ImageChecker acts like a computer’s “spell check” for mammography. It has more than 35,000 breast cancers in its memory. After the mammogram is completed, the breast images are read by the radiologist in the traditional manner. In addition, the images are scanned by the computer. Any patterns that may be suspicious are flagged for closer evaluation. Research shows that ImageChecker helps to detect more early-stage cancers.
Call (610) 402-2791 to schedule your mammogram.
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Call 610-402-CARE (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday) to talk to nurses and other experts who can help you find a doctor and more. This page last updated 10/27/08 11:25 AM
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