ADVANCED, LIFESAVING
3D MAMMOGRAPHY
Columbia Memorial Health is offering advanced, lifesaving 3D mammography 3D mammography at its Catskill, Hudson, and Valatie campuses. The leading-edge imaging technology generates a three-dimensional picture of the breast, giving providers a more complete view of tissue compared to conventional two-dimensional mammogram images.
More Effective and Less Aggressive
Several studies have found 3D mammography to be more effective than conventional mammography in identifying cancers earlier, which can lead to more effective and less aggressive treatments that yield better outcomes for patients. It is particularly more effective with denser tissues and has been found to reduce the number of false positives.
Why Choose 3D Mammography?
Earlier Detection.
With 3D mammography, fine details are more visible and no longer hidden by the tissue above or below.
Fewer Call Backs.
Reduces the alarm and inconvenience of unnecessary call backs.
More Accurate.
Identifies cancers more effectively than traditional 2D mammograms.