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Mammography: evaluation following breast augmentation.

M E Williford1

  • 1Department of Radiology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham 27710.

North Carolina Medical Journal
|October 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Mammography is crucial for breast cancer screening in augmented patients, despite potentially lower sensitivity. Routine screening and physical exams are recommended, with other imaging as needed.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Oncology
  • Plastic Surgery

Background:

  • Mammography is essential for breast parenchyma evaluation, including in patients with breast augmentation.
  • Early breast cancer detection is a primary goal, with mammography being the most effective screening tool.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize the importance of mammography in breast augmentation patients.
  • To highlight the role of physical examination and adjunctive imaging techniques.

Main Methods:

  • Review of mammography's utility in patients with breast implants.
  • Discussion of screening guidelines and diagnostic evaluation protocols.

Main Results:

  • Mammography sensitivity may be reduced in augmented breasts, but screening remains vital.
  • Physical examination is a key complementary procedure.
  • Adjunctive imaging like ultrasound, CT, and MRI may be necessary.

Conclusions:

  • Routine mammography screening is recommended for augmented patients per standard guidelines.
  • Clinical breast examination is an important adjunct to mammography.
  • Multimodality imaging approaches are often required for comprehensive evaluation.

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