Mastography Breast Screening

Service Description

A mammogram breast screening is an X-ray examination of the breast used to detect early signs of breast cancer in women who have no symptoms, by taking pictures of the breast tissue to identify potential abnormalities like tumors or microcalcifications that could indicate cancer; essentially, it's a way to find breast cancer early when it's most treatable through regular imaging scans. Function: - To detect breast cancer before it can be felt by hand. Procedure: A machine gently compresses the breast between two plates while taking X-ray images from different angles. Benefits: Early detection of breast cancer, which significantly increases the chance of successful treatment. Who should get them: Most women are advised to start regular mammograms at a certain age, usually around 40, depending on their risk factors.