Best Practice Guidelines - DEGUM Recommendations on Breast Ultrasound.

Area of Science:

• Medical Imaging
• Radiology
• Senology

Background:

• Breast ultrasound is a key diagnostic tool alongside mammography for breast lesion evaluation.
• Existing guidelines (Part I & II) cover ultrasound criteria and methods.
• There is a need for specific guidance on indications for breast ultrasound.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide best practice guidelines for specific medical indications of breast ultrasound.
• To update senologists on the role of ultrasound in various clinical scenarios.
• To integrate current S3 and AGO guidelines into recommendations.

Main Methods:

• Review and synthesis of current literature and guidelines.
• Development of recommendations for specific breast ultrasound indications.
• Inclusion of pathologies, summaries, and DEGUM recommendations per indication.

Main Results:

• Detailed discussion on the value of breast ultrasound for specific indications.
• Covers follow-up, breast implant evaluation, dense breast tissue workup.
• Addresses diagnostic workup during pregnancy, lactation, and in men.

Conclusions:

• Breast ultrasound is crucial for specific indications beyond general screening.
• Guidelines provide clear recommendations for optimal use of breast ultrasound.
• Adherence to these guidelines enhances diagnostic accuracy in senology.