Overview
Breast ultrasound complements mammography and MRI for lesion detection characterization and image guided biopsy using high frequency linear probes.
Core Views
Systematic scanning of all quadrants and retroareolar region with targeted imaging of palpable or mammographic abnormalities.
Elastography and Doppler
Optional elastography for stiffness assessment and color Doppler for vascularity to aid characterization.
Biopsy Technique
Real time core needle biopsy under ultrasound guidance with specimen handling protocols and post procedure compression and monitoring.