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The Importance of Early Detection of Breast Cancer
Early detection is key with all kinds of cancer, but especially breast cancer. The American Cancer Society says that when breast cancer can be detected early, in the localized stage, the five-year relative survival rate is at[...]
When is a Breast Ultrasound Needed?
There are many reasons why you may need a breast ultrasound, from having dense breast tissue to being pregnant to having implants. Sometimes doctors recommend a breast ultrasound in conjunction with a mammogram, while other times, women decide[...]
How Preventive Healthcare Saves Lives
Scientific breakthroughs, state-of-the-art technologies, and new treatments that can lead to cures form the cornerstone of modern medicine. But as beneficial and promising as these innovations are, there is nothing that compares with the power of prevention. Preventive[...]
What Can I Expect During a Breast Ultrasound?
Coming in for a breast ultrasound is simple, safe, and painless. Here at the Sono Center, we use breast ultrasound as a complementary tool for women at high risk of breast cancer or women who have dense breasts.[...]
How Do I Determine My Breast Density?
If you know you have dense breasts, you’re not alone. It’s quite common. In fact, about half of all women over 40 who get mammograms have dense breast tissue, according to the National Cancer Institute. While it’s a[...]
The Technology Behind SonoCine Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound (AWBUS)
One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime, […]