Not Signed In -
Mammography Other Information |
|
|
. Like all x-rays, mammograms use doses of ionizing radiation to create this image. Radiologists then analyze the image for any abnormal growths. Despite continuous improvements and innovations, mammography has garnered a sizable opposition in the medical community because of an error rate that is still high and the amount of harmful radiation used in the procedure. (Gofinan) It is normal to use longer wavelength X-rays (typically Mo-K) than those used for radiography of bones. Mammography h ...
Wikipedia - [full article]
From the WEST scientific·clinical |
From the EAST traditional·alternative |
|
|
|
|
What is Mammography
... What is mammography? Mammography is a way to detect abnormal growths or changes in the breast tissue. It might also be performed to provide a baseline reference for later comparison. To perform mammo...
Source: Cleveland Clinic
What You Need To Know About Your Mammogram ... What is mammography? A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast. Mammography is performed to detect abnormalities or to provide a baseline reference for later comparison. Before the test If you are pregnan...
Source: Cleveland Clinic
|
|
Resources
- American Cancer Society
- Atlas of the Body: The Breast -- Disorders (American Medical Association)
email this page
print this page
bookmark this page
feedback on this page
