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Mammogram
In May 2009, we installed a new and improved digital Mammogram. Mammography is a type of imaging that uses low–dose x-ray for examination of the breast. Further enhancements were completed in 2011 so that when a patient comes in for a mammogram, the images that are taken here at St. Michael’s are sent directly to St. Cloud where they will be put through a computerized detection system. This sophisticated CAD system can detect abnormal areas in the breast that may indicate the presence of cancer. A radiologist will review the image and what the computer has detected, then mark any abnormal areas, and send everything to our RT workstation here at St. Michael’s for our doctors to view. With this upgrade, we will have very powerful ‘state of the art’ technology here in Sauk Centre.
A mammogram is the best examination for early detection of breast cancer. Screening mammograms are recommended by the American Cancer Society for all women starting at age 40. Thanks to the St. Michael’s Foundation the hospital has installed the Hologic LoRad Mammography unit, in November 2005. It has proved to be a vital addition to our facility, allowing mammograms to be offered every weekday.
St. Michael's Hospital is FDA certified for mammography.
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