3D Mammography in Dubai

Overview

The system provides greater comfort during the test compared to the two-dimensional conventional mammogram system and uses a low dose of radiation to complete the test.  

The procedure is used to screen for breast cancer in women who show no signs or symptoms of breast cancer, as well as those who have breast symptoms. As men are at risk of breast cancer too, mammograms can also be performed for them.  

If you are, or think you might be, pregnant, please talk to your Healthcare Provider before coming to the appointment. 

What is the Preparation for 3D Mammography? 

Whilst it is now possible to have your mammograms at any time in your menstrual cycle, you may want to schedule the test at a time when your breast is less likely to be tender – usually in the first two weeks after your period starts. 

If you have had mammograms before, please bring of copy of your previous images on a CD with a copy of the report. This allows our Consultant Radiologist to compare your new images with the old ones to see if there has been any significant changes. 

On the day of the test, please avoid using any deodorant, powders, lotions, creams, or perfumes in your armpits as this can interfere with the interpretation of the breast imaging. Be sure to pop it in your bag though, so you can put it on as soon as you finish the test. 

What Happens During 3D Mammography? 

Once you arrive, you will be welcomed at the reception desk where you check-in and complete a questionnaire. You will then go through to the Breast unit where you will be given a gown to change into. You will need to remove any necklaces and clothing from the waist up.  

You will be shown into the room with the mammography machine and asked to stand in front of it. Our female mammography technician is an expert in placing you in the correct position for the test. There will be some compression on the breast tissue to spread out the breast tissue and take a high-quality image. Whilst this may feel a little uncomfortable, please inform our female mammography technician if you feel any pain. You may be asked to hold your breath for a few seconds whilst the machine moves above you to take the images. We take images in two different positions on each side (four sets of images in total) which are collected by a computer to create the three-dimensional images of the breasts. 

What Happens After 3D Mammography? 

The mammogram images will be reviewed by our female Consultant Breast Radiologist and a report will be issued. This will be available to your referring Physician, who will discuss the results with you. If you have dense breast tissue or any areas needing further review, you will be recommended to have bilateral breast ultrasound scans in line with International Guidelines on breast density.