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Xeromammography after augmentation mammoplasty.

S R Jensen, J K Mackey

    AJR. American Journal of Roentgenology
    |March 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Mammography in patients with breast augmentation can be challenging due to silicone obscuring tissue. However, xeromammography aids in diagnosing masses and complications after augmentation.

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    Area of Science:

    • Radiology
    • Medical Imaging

    Background:

    • Breast augmentation is a common procedure.
    • Mammography is a key tool for breast cancer screening.
    • Breast implants can alter mammographic appearance.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the impact of breast augmentation on mammography.
    • To assess the utility of xeromammography in patients with breast implants.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of mammograms over 8 years.
    • Inclusion of patients with prior breast augmentation (n=30).
    • Categorization of augmentation types: silicone injections, silicone implants, saline implants.

    Main Results:

    • Silicone (injections and implants) significantly obscured breast tissue due to density and calcifications.
    • Impaired detection of subclinical breast cancers was noted.
    • Xeromammography effectively clarified palpable masses.
    • Xeromammography aided in studying post-augmentation complications.

    Conclusions:

    • Breast augmentation, particularly with silicone, presents challenges for mammographic interpretation.
    • Xeromammography demonstrates value in evaluating masses and complications in augmented breasts.
    • Careful mammographic technique and interpretation are crucial for patients with breast implants.

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