3d mammogram vs regular
While bilateral and 3D mammograms are functionally the same for the patient there are significant differences for the radiologists and doctors. In both 3D and 2D mammograms the breast is compressed between two plates. Pin By Kysten Parsons On Health Science Radiology Mammography Ultrasound 3D mammograms also known as tomosynthesis or tomo use the same x-ray technology as regular 2D mammograms. . A diagnostic radiologist reviews the images for any abnormalities and sends a report to your doctor. Most research shows that 3D mammograms when used in combination with traditional mammography are more accurate than 2D screenings alone. Combining a 3D mammogram with a standard mammogram reduces the need for follow-up imaging. When I went to the imaging center for my regular mammogram last year the woman behind the desk asked me if Id like to get a 3-D mammogram instead of the standard test Id had in the past. With 3D mammography t...