Breast Health

Breast Ultrasound imaging is a non-invasive medical examination that can assist physicians in diagnosing and treating several medical conditions. It is a safe and painless procedure and does not use any radiation (X-rays). It can also be a beneficial imaging modality to check your overall breast health.

Breasts are comprised of glandular and connective tissues, and we can use ultrasound to monitor breast health.  It can also be used to clarify the findings of a mammogram and to evaluate other clinical symptoms – such as nipple discharge, for example.

Breast scan is a good first step if you want to detect a particular condition, such as a breast lump, and to determine the nature of the lump i.e. whether the lump is a fluid-filled cyst or a solid lesion.  It can also show the exact location and size of the lump.

So, what can you expect from your appointment? Under the guidelines of Triple Assessment, you will have a Clinical Breast Examination followed by a Breast Ultrasound carried out by our Consultant Radiographer. This is all that may be required for the majority of clients. However, if further evaluation is required you will be recommended to have the third aspect of the Triple Assessment – a breast biopsy

What will happen during the test?

During a breast ultrasound, our Consultant Radiographer will ask you to lie face up on the exam bed. She will place a small amount of warm gel to your breast and will move the transducer over your breast. The transducer captures images of the tissue below the skin.

Are there any risks?

Ultrasound does not require the use of radiation, special dyes, or anesthesia. It has no known risks or side effects.