(Looka, 2023)

Mammography

What is mammography?

Mammography is a medical imaging method that uses low dosage x-rays to view inside the breast. These images are called mammograms and it is commonly used as a screening tool to detect breast cancer early on. 

Procedure guidelines:

Priorly inform and update your doctor on the following information:

Attention to all female patients/individuals:

Preparation recommendations:

Pros and cons of mammography imaging:

Pros

Cons

(Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), 2023)