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3D Mammography, It’s Like Comparing Night to Day




Breast Cancer by the Numbers


• 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer
• 8 of 9 will have no family history
• With early detection, the survival rate is nearly 100%

The 3D Mammography from St. Luke’s is better for women of all ages and breast densities

Because our primary goal has always been to deliver the highest quality care to our patients, we are adding breast tomosynthesis to our breast health services. We offer 3D Mammography from Hologic because clinical studies show that it is a more accurate mammogram.

Our 3D Mammography exam is very similar to a traditional mammogram. The technologist will position you, compress your breast under a paddle and take images from different angles. During the exam, the X-ray arm sweeps in a slight arc over the breast, taking multiple breast images in just seconds. Our doctor is then able to view the complexities of your breast tissue in one-millimeter layers, rather than one flat image provided by a 2D mammography.

• There is no additional compression required
• The exam only takes a few seconds longer
• The technologist will view the images at the workstation to ensure adequate quality
• The radiologist will read the mammogram and report to your physician or directly to you.
• The X-ray radiation used during the screening examination is below the FDA guidelines.

Our 3D Mammography exam:


• Detects up to 65% more invasive breast cancers than 2D mammography
• Reduces false positives by as much as 40%
• The only mammogram that is FDA approved as “superior” for dense breast tissue
• Simply stated, ours is truly a better mammogram for all women.

Free 3D Annual Screening Mammogram

To be Eligible you must:

• be uninsured
• be at least 40 years old
• have no current breast issues
• be a Polk County, NC Resident
• had no screening mammogram in the last 12 months

Schedule your 3D Mammography Screening Today!

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