Mammography is the process of using low-energy X-rays (usually around 30 kVp) to examine the human breast and is used as a diagnostic and a screening tool. The goal of mammography is the early detection of breast cancer, typically through detection of characteristic masses and/or microcalcifications. Like all X-rays, mammograms use doses of ionizi... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mammography
(from the article `breast cancer`) Breast cancer may be first discovered by the patient as the result of a regular breast self-examination. A breast X ray (mammogram) is often used for ... New film screening techniques make it possible to detect lesions in the breast using low doses of radiation. Mammography is never a substitute for a ... Found on http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/m/22
<investigation> The practice of taking diagnostic X-ray pictures of breasts to produce a mammogram. ... (16 Dec 1997) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
(mә-mog´rә-fe) radiography of the breast; for women over the age of 50, it is recommended that this be done yearly to screen for breast cancer that may not be discovered during other types of breast examination. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001
Type: Term Pronunciation: ma-mog′ră-fē Definitions: 1. Radiologic examination of the female breast with equipment and techniques designed to screen for cancer. Found on http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=52555
X-ray procedure used to screen for breast cancer. It can detect abnormal growths at an early stage, before they can be seen or felt. It is most effective for screening women over 35, as breast tissue is too dense in younger women Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21221
Mammography is a low-dose x-ray procedure that creates an image of the breast. The x-ray image is called a mammogram. Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21257