Procedure and Preparation Instructions and Brochures

Radiology Procedures and Brochures

  Cardiac Calcium Scoring

  Preparing for your CT Scan

  MRI Scan

  Ultrasound Preparations

  3-D Mammogram Procedure Information

MammogramsMedical Clinic of Houston is proud to be using advanced 3-D mammography imaging equipment by Hologic.

3-D mammography is an advanced form of mammography, a specific type of breast imaging that uses low-dose x-rays to detect cancer early when it is most treatable. Also called Breast tomosynthesis,  three-dimensional (3-D) mammography and digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), is an advanced form of breast imaging, or mammography, that uses a low-dose x-ray system and computer reconstructions to create three-dimensional images of the breasts. Breast tomosynthesis aids in the early detection and diagnosis of breast disease, especially in those with dense breast tissue.

The American Cancer Society recommends that women get a physical breast examination by their doctor or health professional every three years age 20-40 and a mammography every year beginning at age 40. You should see your doctor without delay if you experience any unusual symptoms at any time. Most breast lumps are not cancer, but only your doctor can determine this. We want you to be aware, informed, and to take control of your breast health. The best way to cure cancer is to detect it early using all three steps – Breast self-exam, Mammography, and physician breast exam.

Tell your doctor about any breast symptoms or problems, prior surgeries, hormone use, whether you have a family or personal history of breast cancer, and if there’s a possibility you are pregnant. If possible, obtain copies of your prior mammograms and make them available to your radiologist on the day of your exam. Leave jewelry at home and wear loose, comfortable clothing. You may be asked to wear a gown. Don’t wear deodorant, talcum powder or lotion under your arms or on your breasts as these may appear on the mammogram and interfere with correct diagnosis.