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3D Mammography
The new 3D mammography examination (also known as breast clamp examination, 3D breast examination) detects 41% more invasive breast cancers on average than traditional 2D mammography, and reduces false positive cancer results by up to 40%. Able to detect early pathological changes in the breast, such as cysts or tumors. It is recommended that women over the age of 40 undergo routine mammography screening every two years. For the exclusive mammography examination plan recommended by the Hospital Authority, please contact our clinic to inquire about the price, charges and details.
What is 3D Mammography?
3D Mammography was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2011 and is a brand-new breast imaging technology in the world. 3D mammography produces multiple low-dose X-ray images of the breast from different angles to create a set of 3D images. Traditional mammography only obtains 2D images of the breast from two different angles. Now radiologists can use 3D mammography to examine the 3D reconstructed breast image layer by layer, making it easier to diagnose early pathological changes in the patient's breast, such as cysts or tumors, with greatly improved accuracy. Patients can also detect breast diseases early and seek relief.
Why Choose 3D Mammography?
3D Mammography: Better Diagnosis Tool, Fast, Low Radiation Doses
The 3D Hologic Selenia Dimensions technology can provide clear images of the breasts, detecting an average of 41% more invasive breast cancer on average than traditional 2D mammography, and reduces the number of false-positive cancer findings by up to 40%. The new technology reduces the time of breast compression by up to 3.7 seconds, together with the ergonomic design of the machine, which can enhance the patient’s comfort during the mammography process. It is the world’s first and only system that can conduct a mammogram-guided biopsy. It is also approved by the FDA for tomosynthesis-guided biopsy. 3D mammography has a comparable radiation dose with conventional 2D mammography. The C-view software is able to produce 2D images from the tomosynthesis data, resulting in a low-dose mammography exam.
What is the process of 3D mammography?
When having an X-ray, you will need to remove your upper body clothing. The entire examination will be just you and a female radiologist. Your breasts must be flattened to obtain a high-quality image. The radiologist will place one of your breasts on a clean X-ray tray. The other plastic tray will slowly move down until the breast becomes flat. You may feel pain and discomfort during the breast clamping process, but this discomfort will soon end because of the new 3D mammography technology, the squeezing process only takes 3.7 seconds. The other breast will be scanned in the same way. Each breast is examined from two different angles, resulting in a total of four sets of images. The entire mammogram procedure will be completed in approximately twenty minutes. We will review the images and write a report after the examination is completed. The report results will be sent out later, and guests can also pick them up in person at our center.
How do you tell if you need a mammogram?
According to Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation recommendation is that women over 40 should have routine mammograms every two years. If you have any symptoms of breast cancer or have a family history of breast cancer, you should seek help from your healthcare provider and make an appointment for a mammogram. Early detection of breast cancer can improve cure rates and save lives.
Tips for Screening 3D Mammography
- Please bring along any medical reports, films, or CDs regarding the medical history of your breasts for reference.
- Please inform the radiologist of the medical history of your breasts before the mammography.
- Avoid having mammography the week before or during your menstruation as your breasts are sensitive during this period.
- A two-piece garment, such as a shirt with trousers, is more appropriate for mammography.
- Please do not apply deodorant or perfume on the day of your screening as this may affect the mammogram.
- Always tell us if you suspect you may be pregnant or are pregnant. If your menstrual cycle lasts longer than 28 days, you must first take a urine pregnancy test.
Mammography examination service center
| Langham Place Flagship Centre (EC Specialists Premium PHF No.: DP000104) L12, Langham Place Office Tower, 8 Argyle Street, Mong Kok (Mong Kok station Exit E1) |
| Argyle Centre 4/F, Argyle Centre Phase1,688Nathan Road, Mong Kok (Mong Kok station Exit D2) 4/F, Argyle Centre Phase1,688Nathan Road, Mong Kok (Mong Kok station Exit D2) |
| Tsim Sha Tsui (AcuScan Advanced Imaging) Room 209-213, Hong Kong Pacific Centre, 28 Hankow Road, Tsim Sha Tsui (Tsim Sha Tsui MTR Exit A1) Rm 210-213, 2/F, Hong Kong Pacific Centre, 28 Hankow Road, Tsim Sha Tsui (Tsim Sha Tsui station Exit A1) |
| Central B/F & G/F EC Healthcare Tower (Central), 19-20 Connaught Road Central, Central (Central MTR Exit A1) B/F & G/F EC Healthcare Tower (Central), 19-20 Connaught Road Central, Central (Central MTR Exit A1) |
3D Mammography Q&A
The new 3D Hologic Selenia Dimensions technology reduces the time of breast compression by up to 3.7 seconds. Each breast will be scanned at two different angles, resulting in a total of four sets of images. The entire mammogram takes approximately 20 minutes to complete.
It is recommended that women over the age of 40 undergo routine mammography screening every two years. If you notice any symptoms of breast cancer or have a strong family history of breast cancer, seek help from your healthcare provider and schedule an appointment for a screening mammogram. Early detection of breast cancer can cure and save lives.
It will be more painful for pregnant women to conduct mammography while pregnant as they have more swollen breasts and dense mammary glands than normal women. Therefore, an ultrasound scan is currently the preferred method of breast screening during pregnancy.
Mammography utilises X-ray contrast and high-resolution films to visualise the internal conditions of the breasts. The breasts need to be pressed to secure them in place while dispersing the internal tissue for mammography. The reason why having the traditional 2D or early 3D mammography in the past is painful is because of the lack of accessories and the prolonged pressing time. The new and improved technology is equipped with accessories to reduce the compression time to 3.7 seconds. The ergonomic considerations of the machines are designed to improve patients' comfort, some patients even give comments on their painless 3D Mammography experience as well.
Before the mammography, you will need to take off your clothes for the upper part of the body and the bra and change into the clothes that we provided. You will need to take off your clothes for the upper part of the body during the mammography. A female radiologist will accompany you throughout the entire procedure. She will place your breast on a plate for the examination. Each breast will be scanned at two different angles, resulting in a total of four sets of images.
