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Mammography
At Allegan General Hospital, we believe every woman needs to make her health a priority. Yearly mammography exams, along with monthly breast self-exams, are vital in the fight against breast cancer where early detection saves lives. That’s why Allegan General Hospital has invested in a new state of the art digital mammography system.
Digital mammography has many advantages over traditional film mammography including shorter exam times, faster results and fewer callbacks. It also increases our ability to detect cancer earlier—especially in women under 50, women who are pre-menopausal or women with dense breasts. All resulting in less stress and anxiety for you!
A mammogram usually consists of two views of each breast. During the procedure each breast is placed on a platform in the mammogram machine with a cushioning pad, pressed firmly between two plates and an x-ray is taken.
To prepare for a mammogram, dress comfortably. A two-piece outfit is usually the most convenient because you will need to undress above the waist. You should not use any type of powders, deodorants, ointments or creams prior to your exam because they can affect the quality of the mammogram.
AGH's radiologic technologists are registered mammography technologists by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology.
Call our Radiology department at (269) 686-4210 to schedule your annual mammography screening at Allegan General Hospital. Outpatient procedures are scheduled between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We also encourage you to see your primary care provider, if you have not had a recent physical examination of your breasts by a clinician.
For more specific information about Mammography procedures click on the link below: www.radiologyinfo.org
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