The team at Hudson Valley Imaging in Monroe, NY, is committed to providing the highest possible quality imaging services to their patients. As such, they take a proactive approach to technology and stay on the cusp of new developments, such as the new 3D mammogram.

Like regular mammograms, 3D mammography captures images of breast tissue as a means of detecting any potential signs of growths, including cysts and tumors. This assists doctors in detecting breast cancer, a deadly disease that takes the lives of more than 40,000 women each year.  As with any aggressive disease, however, the odds of making a full recovery are better the earlier the disease is caught.

That’s where 3D mammograms come in. Whereas traditional mammograms capture two-dimensional images of the breast, 3D imaging allows radiologists to carefully examine breast tissue layer by layer, allowing them to spot any early signs of cancer that could be hiding in overlapping tissue.

While women with dense breast tissue may benefit most from this new type of mammogram most, it is  advantageous for all women. Not only is it easier for radiologists to see cancer in the first place, the imaging also provides a clearer picture of any growths, making the true size and shape of the problem area easier to detect.

All women over the age of 40 should have mammograms regularly, as more than 240,000 new cases of breast cancer are diagnosed every year. Take a proactive approach to wellness and schedule your mammogram through Hudson Valley Imaging by calling (845) 220-2222. You can also visit their website to learn more.