Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Chennai Breast Centre is equipped with the fastest, highest resolution breast tomosynthesis mammography system with superior-performing low dose 3D tomo exam with more accuracy. This technology is particularly useful in women with dense breasts. Our kind, caring and friendly mammographers make the screening and diagnostic process comfortable and stress free.
3D Mammography
The consultation, digital mammogram, breast ultrasound and diagnostic biopsies under local anaesthesia are all done when needed in one visit and in one place.
Diagnostic Mammogram
A diagnostic mammogram is performed for any symptom in the breast. The diagnostic mammogram is usually accompanied by a breast Ultrasound. Further tests like Ultrasound guided or stereotactic biopsy will be performed based on the findings on Mammogram and Breast Ultrasound.
3D HD Tomosynthesis Mammogram
Chennai Breast Centre is equipped with the latest and the best in mammographic technology.
- The fastest, highest resolution breast tomosynthesis mammography system ever in India.
- The highest resolution breast tomosynthesis exam with greater comfort.
- Clinically proven to deliver a more comfortable mammogram.
- Superior-performing low radiation dose 3D exam with more accuracy.
- Designed for greater clinical confidence.
- Designed to enhance the technologist work-flow.
Why should you choose Chennai Breast Centre for a Mammogram?
- State of the art technology.
- One stop solution for Mammogram, Breast Ultrasound and breast specialist’s opinion in one visit.
- Tests and reports along with Doctor Consultation immediately.
- A clear diagnosis with an appropriate recommendation.
- Images are archived for comparison at a later date. There is no risk of losing films and reports.
- Technologists are well trained to do the procedure with skill and sensitivity for optimal diagnosis, better patient experience and minimal pain.
Breast Ultrasound
- Generally, a breast ultrasound also accompanies a diagnostic mammography. Breast ultrasound is done in patients less than 40 years or as an additional modality along with mammogram to characterize lesions better. It is particularly useful to complement mammograms in women with dense breasts.
- In an ultrasound, sound waves are transmitted to reflect a visual image of the interior of the breast. The process is absolutely painless and does not involve any radiation. The fluid-filled cysts are rapidly and accurately distinguished from the solid ones. The size, shape, location and the extent of the abnormality are clearly documented. Ultrasound examination is used to gain valuable details about the nature of the lesion, extent and guide biopsy/ intervention when it becomes necessary.
- Chennai Breast Centre is equipped with a high resolution ultrasound machines with skilled technologists and doctors to diagnose complex breast conditions.
Ultrasound Guided Biopsy
Ultrasound guided core needle biopsy
- If any abnormality is detected on imaging, then the next step for diagnosis is an Ultrasound guided core needle biopsy.
- Ultrasound guided core needle biopsy is performed under local anaesthesia. A small piece of tissue is removed and sent for testing to the lab and results will be available in a few days.
- There is no hazard of spread of disease or cancer when a biopsy is done and this step is essential in planning further treatment and management.
Stereotactic and Vacuum Assisted Biopsy
Stereotactic biopsy is done when an abnormality is seen only on the mammogram. ( i.e) microcalcifications
Chennai Breast Centre is equipped with Affirm tomo biopsy unit with a reclining stereo chair. With the Affirm® 3D™ upright tomo biopsy unit, even the lesions that are visible only with tomosynthesis imaging are also clearly localised and biopsied accurately.
Our centre is equipped with the Suros ATEC Vacuum-assisted breast biopsy technology. A biopsy procedure with ATEC involves:
- A one-time needle insertion under local anesthesia
- No stitches
- No hospitalization
- No general anesthesia
This ensures good samples for a definitive diagnosis and allows the patient to get back to her normal activities immediately.
Once the reports are available from the biopsy, further treatment planning will be based on these biopsy reports.
