Breast Cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers today that is impacting women globally. In this, early detection is very important in enhancing survival rates and medical imaging has a very important role to play in...
Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers today that is impacting women globally. In this, early detection is very important in enhancing survival rates and medical imaging has a very important role to play in this. In this article we will understand more about the Mammography and Sonomammography.
Introduction to Mammography?
Mammography is a type of x-ray imaging method applied in the study of breast cancer. The test assists in the identification of breast cancer at an early stage even before symptoms are noticeable.
In this test the patient has to compress the breast between two plates and take low dose c-ray images to identify tumour, or other abnormalities.
Introduction to Sono-Mammography?
Sono-Mammography, or breast ultrasound, uses his high frequency waves to produce images of the breast. It is a frequent screening device for breast cancer.
Types of Mammography-
Here are three types of Mammography, which is usually done for detecting breast cancers-
- Screening Mammography: It is used for routine breast cancer screening.
- Diagnostic Mammography: It is performed when a patient has symptoms like - Lumps, Irregular nipple discharge, and pain.
- 3D Mammography: Provides multiple images of breasts for better accuracy.
How Mammography works?-
- The breast will be gently compressed between two plates.
- Different X-ray images are taken from different angles.
- This procedure will take 20 minutes approx.
- The result will be analysed by a radiologist and your radiologist will analyze abnormalities.
How Sono-Mammography works?
- A gel is applied to the breast.
- A transducer will be moved on your breast sending sound waves.
- The sound waves create real time images of breast tissues.
- This procedure will take around 15-30 minutes.
Benefits and Limitations of Mammography:
- It can detect breast cancer at an early stage, but it is less effective in dense breast tissues.
- Recommended for women over 40 years of age.
- May lead to false positives, it may require more tests for accuracy.
- Exposure to low dose radiation.
Benefits and Limitations of Sono-Mammography:
- No radiation exposure.
- More effective for dense breast tissue.
- Painless and Non-invasive.
- Not a primary screening tool for breast cancer.
- It heavily depends on the radiologist’s expertise.
- May not detect Microsolcification.
Key differences of Mammography vs Sono-Mammography:
- In mammography the technology which will be used is X-ray imaging and in sono-mammography the ultrasound waves will be used.
- In mammography the radiation exposure is very low, whereas in Sono-mammography no radiation exposure is involved.
- Mammography is best for detecting tumours and in sonomammography it evaluates dense breast cryst.
- Effectiveness in mammography, it is ideal for older women like 40 or 40+ older.
Which one should you choose?
- Mammography is best if you’re 40 or 40+ years old.
- If you’ve dense breasts, a sono-mammography may be recommended.
- If you’re pregnant and breastfeeding, sono-mammography would be the best option.
Along with the sono mammography and mammography tests, other tests you should go for-
Here are some other tests that are helpful in breast cancer detection-
- Breast Cancer Package (Book Now)
- Breast Ultrasound (Book Now)
- Mammography X-Ray Both Side Breast (Book Now)
- MRI Breast (Book Now)
- Ultrasound Bilateral Breast (Book Now)
- Breast Cancer Panel 2 (Book Now)
Conclusion
Mammography is specialized X-ray imaging where sono-mammography is best known for its ultrasound waves. Both sono-mammography and mammography contribute importantly to diagnostics of breast health. Routine inspections are able to diagnose breast problems in the earliest stages, bringing on time and successful treatment.
If you’re due for checkups or have concern about breast health, kindly visit Ganesh diagnostics and Imaging Centre and book your appointment. Early detection saves lives.
FAQS-
Q. How long do mammography and Sono-Mammography tests usually take?
Ganesh Diagnostics and Imaging Centre, the best diagnostic centre in Delhi NCR, cares about the patient's help, usually the report takes around a week or two after the procedure.
Q. Is sono-mammography safe?
Sono-mammography is safer than mammography as it doesn’t require any type of radiation that can cause damage in sensitive tissues. So the Sono-mammography is a safe option.
Q. Which test is comfortable mammography or sono-mammography?
Mammography typically involves breast compression which might be uncomfortable for some women, but sono-mammography is generally comfortable as it is a procedure without compression.
