Mammografía
Mammografía is a medical imaging technique used to examine breast tissue. It employs low-dose X-rays to create images of the breast, which are then reviewed by a radiologist. This process is primarily used for breast cancer screening, aiming to detect the disease in its early stages when it is most treatable. Mammograms can also be used for diagnostic purposes when a woman has symptoms of breast cancer, such as a lump, pain, or nipple discharge.
There are two main types of mammograms: screening mammograms and diagnostic mammograms. Screening mammograms are performed
The images produced by a mammogram allow radiologists to identify abnormalities such as calcifications, masses, and