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Mammography/Breast Imaging

Overview:
Finding breast cancer early is important in order to treat it effectively. In this interview, we learn about the latest advances in screening and diagnosing breast cancer, including digital mammography, MRI, ultrasound and breast biopsies.

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Part One:

  • Breast screening recommendations
  • Risk factors for breast cancer
  • Role of mammograms
  • How digital mammography compares to film
  • Who should have digital mammograms
  • Difference between screening and diagnostic mammogram
  • Vast majority of lumps are benign

Part Two:

  • Role of ultrasound in breast imaging
  • Elastography
  • Role of MRI in breast imaging
  • Needle guided breast biopsies
  • What causes benign breast lumps

Guest:
Dr. Jean Warner, radiologist and breast imaging specialist at the University of Maryland Medical Center and assistant professor of radiology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.

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