Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (3-D Mammography)
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4 page handout
Description:
Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT) mammography (also referred to as “3D” mammography) is a type of mammogram which has gained widespread use in the last several years. It is an imaging test that uses x-rays to take multiple pictures of the breast.
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Mammography, Mammogram, 3D mammogram, Breast cancer, Breast exam,
Publication or Revision Year:
2021
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No
Writing Team Contact:
Colleen H. Neal, M.D.