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This is an X-ray technique for visualization of the soft tissues of the breast. The machine works similar to the X-ray machine used for doing chest X-rays. Breast tumors because of its higher density compared to normal tissues, are seen as abnormalities on a mammogram. Mammogram is able to detect tumors larger than approximately 1-2 mm if calcification is present. If a suspicious spot is identified on a mammogram, your doctor will recommend a biopsy. ...
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| mammogram |
An x-ray of the breast; the principle method of detecting breast cancer in women over 40. Mammograms are made using a special type of x-ray machine that is used only for this purpose. A mammogram can show a developing breast tumor before it is large enough to be felt by a woman or even by a highly skilled health care professional.
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| mammogram |
A low dose x-ray examination of the breast which can detect relatively small lumps and tumours in the early stages when cure rates are highest. During the examination, the breasts are held between two plates for a few moments and two x-rays are taken of the breast in various positions.
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| mammogram |
Breast image used to detect lumps
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| mammogram |
A special x-ray of the breast which uses low doses of radiation. It can be used to detect a lump in the breast before it can be felt (a screening mammogram), or help diagnose a lump.
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