3D Mammography

3D Mammography is an extraordinary breakthrough in cancer screening and detection. Our new 3D breast tomosynthesis system delivers greater clarity, more certainty and is bringing a new dimension to breast health. This innovative new technology allows Radiologists to see breast tissue detail in a way never before possible to help find breast cancer at its earliest stages, when it is most treatable. And, it has been proven to reduce the need for follow-up breast exams.

Your good health is our top priority. We have recently joined an elite group of facilities across the country that share an important commitment to raising the standard of care for every patient. We are proud to be recognized as a certified Pink Ribbon Facility.

Call us today to learn more and to schedule your 3D mammogram at 541-382-4900.

Now that 3D mammography is available at our facility, you may have some questions. We’ve prepared this short Q&A to help answers any questions you may have. Please do not hesitate to call us 541-382-4900.

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Please send Dicom Formatted Images. Mammograms DC or Films & Reports. Breast ultrasounds, breast MRI, breast specific GAMMA Imaging.

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What is a 3D mammography breast exam?

3D mammography is a revolutionary new screening and diagnostic tool designed for early breast cancer detection that can be done in conjunction with a traditional 2D digital mammogram.

During the 3D part of the exam, the X-ray arm sweeps in a slight arc over your breast, taking multiple breast images. Then, a computer produces a 3D image of your breast tissue in one millimeter slices, providing greater visibility for the radiologist to see breast detail in a way never before possible. They can scroll through images of your entire breast like pages of a book.

The additional 3D images make it possible for a radiologist to gain a better understanding of your breast tissue during screening and the confidence to reduce the need for follow-up.

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Why is there a need for tomosynthesis breast exams? What are the benefits?

With conventional digital mammography, the radiologist is viewing all the complexities of your breast tissue in a one flat image. Sometimes breast tissue can overlap, giving the illusion of normal breast tissue looking like an abnormal area.

By looking at the breast tissue in one millimeter slices, the radiologist can provide a more confident assessment. In this way, 3D mammography finds cancers missed with conventional 2D mammography. It also means there is less chance your doctor will call you back later for a “second look,” because now they can see breast tissue more clearly.

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What is the difference between a screening and diagnostic mammogram?

A screening mammogram is your annual mammogram that is done every year. Sometimes the radiologist may ask you to come back for follow-up images which is called a diagnostic mammogram to rule out an unclear area in the breast or if there is a breast complaint that needs to be evaluated.

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Imaging Services / 3D Mammography

3D Mammography

What is a 3D mammography breast exam?

Why is there a need for tomosynthesis breast exams? What are the benefits?

What is the difference between a screening and diagnostic mammogram?

What should I expect during the 3D mammography exam?

Is there more radiation dose?

Who can have a 3D mammography exam?

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