Breast ultrasound
What does a breast ultrasound look like, when to do one and how does the examination go?
Breast ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging study that plays a key role in the prevention of breast cancer. It allows the structure of the breast to be assessed and any abnormalities to be detected.
Purpose of the study
Breast ultrasound, or breast ultrasound, is an imaging study that uses ultrasound waves to image breast tissue. The purpose of breast ultrasound is to assess the structure of the breast and detect pathologies, such as cystic and solid lesions and other abnormalities of the breast gland.
Indications for testing
The indications for breast ultrasound are numerous.
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How does the breast ultrasound work?
Preparation for the test Breast ultrasound
Preparation for the breast ultrasound examination is minimal. It is advisable to perform the examination in the first half of the menstrual cycle, as the breast tissues are less sensitive then. It is not necessary to be fasting or off medication. Breast ultrasound is a safe examination.
Course of breast ultrasound examination
The patient lies on her back, with her hands raised behind her head to expose her armpits and breasts. The specialist applies a gel to help move the ultrasound transducer over the skin. The specialist then applies the ultrasound transducer to the breast and scans the tissues, assessing the structure of the mammary gland. The image from the transducer is displayed on a monitor, allowing for an accurate analysis.
Duration of breast ultrasound examinationi
The examination takes approximately 15-30 minutes. A longer examination time may be dictated by the need for a more thorough evaluation of the lesions found. Time to discuss the result of the examination with the specialist is also important.
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Prevention and frequency of breast ultrasound examinations
In addition, an indication for breast ultrasound is enlarged lymph nodes under the armpits and breast pain. A breast ultrasound is an imaging test that helps diagnose breast cancer. Breast cancer prevention is important, so have a breast ultrasound whenever there is something of concern.
How often to have a breast ultrasound?
The frequency of breast ultrasound depends on the patient's age and risk factors. Women over the age of 30 are advised to have a breast ultrasound once a year, especially if there are risk factors for breast cancer. In younger women who do not have a genetic burden, breast ultrasound can be done less frequently, but regular visits to a specialist and palpation of the breast are important.
Breast ultrasound versus mammography
Breast ultrasound and mammography are two different imaging examinations. Mammography is an X-ray examination of the breast, breast ultrasound is an ultrasound examination. The examinations are complementary to each other, they complement each other.
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After breast ultrasound
Interpretation of results
It is up to the specialist to interpret the results of the breast ultrasound. After the examination, the doctor discusses the changes found in the breast, and performs further control or expands the diagnosis.
Indications for further diagnosis
Indications for further diagnostics after breast ultrasound arise when the specialist detects worrying changes in the breast structure.
Breast biopsy - when is it necessary?
A breast biopsy is necessary when a breast ultrasound or mammogram detects changes in the breast that raise suspicion of cancer. A biopsy involves taking a sample of tissue from the breast and subjecting it to a histopathological examination. This examination can determine whether a breast lesion is cancerous. A breast biopsy is important to make a diagnosis and plan treatment. A biopsy should be performed if the specialist deems it necessary.
Where to get a breast ultrasound
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