Breast imaging recommendation in pregnant and lactating women
There are significant physiological changes during pregnancy and lactation. One of the main changes is the increasing proliferation of the milk ducts secondary to hormonal stimulation. This subsequently increases the density and volume of breast tissue, which may compromise imaging diagnostic sensitivity, especially in mammography examinations. In addition, there are concerns about radiation and contrast […]
Dr Sau Lee Chang, Dr Justice Reilly
NHS Tayside, NHS Lanarkshire