INDICATIONS FOR THE EXAMINATION OF THE MAMMAL GLAND

• a painful condition;
• inflammatory changes;
• occurrence of pathologic space-occupying lesions;
• traumatic injuries;
• assessment of the condition of breast prosthesis.

THE PROCEDURE OF MAMMAL GLAND ULTRASONOGRAPHY

During the ultrasonography procedure, the structure and acoustic solidity of the mammal glands are evaluated and if any pathologies are revealed, they are characterized. If required, the examination involves ultrasound-assisted needle biopsy (including vacuum biopsy).

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

There are no absolute contraindications.

PREPARING FOR MAMMAL GLAND ULTRASONOGRAPHY

• Prevent any heat action on the breast (do not take sauna, hot bath, refrain from any physiotherapeutic procedures);
• X-ray diagnostic is forbidden during this time;
• please have the results of previous examinations on hand (if any);
• do not smoke or drink alcohol on the day before the test and on the day of the test.

HOW CAN I GET MAMMAL GLAND ULTRASONOGRAPHY AT THE RCMC

1. Please call the Contact Center and book an appointment for the examination
2. You need to complete and sign a paid service contract at the Reception (present a physician's referral to the receptionist)
3. Pay the bill at the RCMC pay office, or through the ERIP electronic system
4. Get the examination at the appointed time.