Practical Mammography

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Fig. 21.1 Left CC IR at IMF Fig. 21.2 Left CC IMF plus 2 cm Handy Hints In order to achieve maximum breast footprint and optimum compression force balance between…

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Other Breast Diseases

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Fig. 4.1 Cysts. Medio-Lateral Oblique (MLO) view showing multiple ovoid/lobulated lesions (arrow). Parenchymal structures can be seen through the lesion. The low density, ovoid shape and partial halo suggest a…

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Magnification and Compression Views

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Fig. 25.1 Mammography equipment set up for x1.5 magnification view Fig. 25.2 Mammography equipment set up for x1.8 magnification view When selecting the paddle for magnification views, the practitioner should…

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Radiographic Service Quality

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Fig. 35.1 Reasons for repeat images It is regarded as good practice for a department to audit and review TP and TC rates and the reasons for them, as they…

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Mammography Equipment

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Fig. 16.1 Integrated direct digital mammography system. 1 X-ray tube, 2 X-ray beam, 3 compression paddle, 4 breast support, 5 detector, 6 C-arm, 7 monitor for angle, breast thickness and…

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Supplementary Mammographic Projections

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Fig. 24.1 Correct client position for mediolateral projection Fig. 24.2 illustrates positioning technique for this projection Fig. 24.2 Correct mediolateral positioning Lateral Images: Lateromedial Projection Region Demonstrated The medial breast…

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Repetitive Strain Injury – RSI

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Fig. 23.1 Strategic placement of buttons on the gantry (Source: BreastCheck, Ireland) Easy Height Adjustment of Equipment Only a light touch should be required to depress buttons and reaching the…

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Equipment Quality Control

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Fig. 17.1 PMMA phantom used to perform the AEC testing SdNR and dose should be measured in at least three different thicknesses (20, 45 and 70 mm) which are considered…

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Anatomy of the Breast

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Fig. 1.1 Illustration of milk (ridge) line The glandular component of the breast develops from the ectoderm. It arises from local thickening of the epidermis, 15–20 groups of ectodermal cells…

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