How to choose between mammography and ultrasound for breast health?
Specialist Dr. Aresh Soudmand explained that mammography and ultrasound are not alternatives to each other in breast imaging, and the choice is made based on clinical data.
Experts have issued warnings against common misconceptions that mammography and ultrasonography are used for the same purpose in breast health examinations. Specialist Dr. Aresh Soudmand stated that these two methods are not interchangeable and that the choice of which test to prefer is determined by individual factors.
Differences between mammography and ultrasound
The idea that mammography and ultrasonography are two methods used for the same purpose and can be chosen in place of each other regarding breast health is one of the most common misconceptions.
Factors determining the choice of method
The decision on which method is necessary is made by evaluating factors such as the person's age, complaints, physical examination, and previous imaging findings together.
What does dense breast tissue mean?
The term dense breast tissue encountered in mammography reports does not mean a disease or a cancer diagnosis on its own.
The importance of screening programs
The main purpose of screening programs is to enable the detection of diseases at an early stage before any symptoms or complaints appear.