What is echomammography?

The echomammography is a modern imaging method that allows early diagnosis of breast cancer in asymptomatic women using ultrasound devices with a high-frequency transducer. It is possible to determine the various anatomical structures of the mammary gland using echomamography. Changes in cystic, semi-solid and solid type are detected by determining the shape, size, structure of the lesion with Doppler analysis of vascular structures, and with careful interpretation of the image, the types of tissue lesions can be distinguished with great certainty. The precise diagnostic process is a precondition, on the one hand, for achieving the best possible individual outcome, and on the other - for reducing unnecessary surgical interventions.

Whom are the echomammography examinations for?

Echoammography as an innocuous method is an imagistic study for women under 35 years of age, in cases of pregnancy and breastfeeding, and, as well as a mandatory diagnostic method for women of all ages with radiologically unspecified, palpate findings, especially in cases with the "dense" and prosthetic mammary gland, after lumpectomy and Radiotherapy, as a valuable additional method to mammography technique.

How the examination goes?

The examination is always performed after a well-examined history and precise palpation. On the day of the examination, it is advisable not to use deodorant, powder, or other cosmetic products under the armpits as they may obscure and hamper the interpretation of the resulting image. During the study, the patient needs to take off her clothes to the waist and, also - her jewelry. The echomammogram is performed in a back position, with the patient putting her hands behind his head at an angle of about 30-35 degrees. The examination is performed in all phases of the menstrual cycle.

In the Dr. Shterev Hospital we have very precise equipment for quality diagnosis of mammary glands - mammograph and echograph. We have some of the best mammologists working for us to make you sure about your health. For patients under the age of 35, we recommend that the mammary gland is examined with an echograph.