Valley MRI & Radiology is a certified Pink Ribbon Facility, a distinction awarded only to an elite group of healthcare facilities. By offering women digital mammography exams, the facility hopes to increase the number of area women who follow recommendations for regular screenings. Valley is the ONLY local provider with both SmartCurve and the Genius3D technologies!
Selenia digital mammography offers a number of other practical advantages and patient conveniences. Because there is no waiting for film to be developed it significantly reduces the need for repeat exams due to under or over exposure. Digital images are easily stored and transferred electronically, eliminating the dependency on one set of original films, which can be misfiled or lost in transit. The SmartCurve system also provides a curved compression surface that offers a more comfortable patient experience without compromising image quality, exam time, dose or workflow.
Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women, exceeded only by lung cancer. Statistics indicate that one in eight women will develop breast cancer sometime in her life. The stage at which breast cancer is detected influences a woman’s chance of survival. If detected early, the five-year survival rate is 97%.
Valley uses C-View which minimizes radiation exposure. C-View software progresses early breast cancer detection further by generating a 2D image directly from the tomosynthesis data, lowering patient radiation dose and compression time, with the added benefit of greater patient comfort.
Valley is committed to the fight against breast cancer. In offering digital mammography, Valley MRI & Radiology provides the latest in imaging quality. If you would like to schedule a mammogram or have questions about this important breast health procedure, please contact us today.
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Avoid using deodorants, antiperspirants, powders, lotions, creams or perfumes under your arms or on your breasts. Metallic particles in powders and deodorants could be visible on your mammogram and cause confusion. Consider an over-the-counter pain medication if you find that having a mammogram is uncomfortable.
There are no requirements or restrictions for mammograms. Although, we recommend you try wearing a two piece outfit so that you only have to remove the top part of your clothing for the exam. Our staff will provide you with either a short or full gown, depending on what you wear to the exam.
Don’t wear deodorant, perfume, lotion or powder under your arms or on your breasts on the day of your Foreign particles could show up in the image and cause inaccuracy.
Most women feel some discomfort during the actual X-ray process. The pressure against your breasts from the testing equipment can cause pain or discomfort, and that’s normal. At Valley MRI we can offer you a soft padding to protect you from the cold equipment and alleviate discomfort. This padding is not covered by insurance, but can be purchased for a minimal extra cost.
An ultrasound is generally not used as the primary screening tool for breast cancer. However, when used in conjunction with mammography, it can complement other breast cancer screening tools. Often, an ultrasound will be ordered when an abnormality is detected on a mammogram.