Mammography uses low-dose x-rays to screen for early signs of breast cancer. Many times, mammography can detect breast cancer before it is felt by the patient or a physician. Under normal circumstances, it is recommended for women over the age of 40 to get a yearly mammogram as a preventative measure of breast cancer screening. At Park West Imaging, we offer full-field digital mammography and breast tomosynthesis, which produces 3D images of breast tissue.
What to Expect:
- You will be taken to our secluded breast imaging waiting area and given a dressing room with a private locker for your belongings
- You will be asked to remove clothing from the waste up and be given a comfortable robe to put on
- Wipes are available in the dressing room to remove deodorant before your exam
- The technologist will bring you into the private exam room and position you for your exam
- Compression will be used to hold the breast tissue in place to ensure a clear image is produced
- Multiple images of each breast will be taken
- After your exam, you may return to your normal routine unless given other instructions by the technologist/radiologist
For more information on Mammography, please visit www.radiologyinfo.org