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Is breast ultrasound an alternative to mammography?

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No, breast ultrasound cannot replace mammograms for routine breast cancer screening.

When ultrasound is used: Ultrasound serves as a supplemental tool alongside mammograms in specific situations, particularly for:

  • Women with dense breast tissue

  • Those who cannot undergo mammography

  • Further evaluation of areas of concern found on mammograms


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