DIAGNOSTICS OF BREAST CANCER
Qualitative and more sparing treatment of breast cancer is possible with timely diagnosis. Therefore, it is important to regularly undergo a routine checkup with a mammalian doctor.
Examination and examination by a doctor is the primary method of diagnosing diseases. If a cause for concern is found, the doctor will order a mammogram procedure.
Mammography is a study of the condition of the mammary glands that must be passed on to women after 40 years with a preventive goal. This allows you to conduct the most accurate study and characterize the location of the tumor. The results of the picture require careful analysis by a specialist.
If a mammogram reveals changes in the breast, the specialist prescribes additional studies:
- Ultrasound;
- MRI;
- Ductography;
- Laboratory tests of discharge from the nipple;
- Biopsy;
- Blood test for hormones.
Ultrasound is a safe method of diagnosis, and also allows the doctor to fully assess the structure, determine the changes. The ultrasound procedure is painless, does not cause harm to health.
Doktografiya – a method of research, is one of the varieties of mammography. The main difference – the possibility of a full study of the ducts of the mammary glands with the help of our special substance. This allows us to consider the structure of the milk ducts, to determine the presence and location of tumors.
Biopsy – a method of histological examination, in which the collection of neoplastic cells takes place. It is thanks to biopsy, the specialist can accurately determine the nature of the tumor, the subspecies and the stage of the disease. During the biopsy an immunohistochemical test is performed to determine the hormone dependence of the tumor. It allows you to choose the right treatment.
In a private clinic “Ukrainian Center of Tomotherapy” for the diagnosis of breast cancer use MRI, CT, ultrasound and biopsy. The tactics of treatment and the individual plan creates a consultation of specialists of related specialties. In UTST prefer sparing methods of treatment.