Breast Ultrasound in Oklahoma City
A Clearer View of Your Breast Health
Every patient’s breast health needs are different. Breast ultrasound uses sound waves to create real-time images of breast tissue without radiation and can be used as supplemental screening or as a diagnostic tool when an area needs a closer look.
Why Choose Breast Ultrasound?
Breast ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses sound waves to produce real-time images of the breast. It's particularly beneficial for:
Evaluating Abnormalities:
Ultrasound can help determine whether an area is solid or fluid-filled and provide more information about a finding seen on a mammogram or felt during an exam.
Dense Breast Tissue:
Dense breast tissue can make some abnormalities harder to see on mammography. For selected patients, ultrasound may be used alongside a mammogram as supplemental screening.
Image-Guided Procedures:
Real-time ultrasound imaging can also help guide needle biopsies and aspirations to a specific area of concern.
What to Expect During a Breast Ultrasound
A breast ultrasound is a quick, non-invasive procedure that typically takes 15–30 minutes. You’ll lie comfortably on an exam table while a trained sonographer applies a warm gel to your skin. Using a handheld device called a transducer, they gently glide it over your breast to capture real-time images. The process is painless and requires no radiation, making it safe and comfortable—even for those with sensitive tissue or specific medical conditions.
Screening vs. Diagnostic Ultrasound
Screening Ultrasound:
A screening breast ultrasound may be used in addition to mammography for selected patients, including some with dense breasts.
Diagnostic Ultrasound:
A diagnostic breast ultrasound focuses on a specific symptom or imaging finding that needs additional evaluation.
Our Commitment to Personalized Care
Your comfort and well-being are priorities throughout the exam. Our experienced sonographers and radiologists explain each step, answer questions and help you understand what to expect and what may come next.
Who May Benefit From Breast Ultrasound?
While breast ultrasound is a valuable tool for many women, certain individuals may benefit more significantly from this imaging technique. You may be an ideal candidate for a breast ultrasound if you:
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Have Dense Breast Tissue
Dense tissue can make it harder for standard mammograms to detect abnormalities. Ultrasound offers clearer imaging in these cases.
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Are Experiencing Breast Symptoms
If you notice a lump, swelling, nipple discharge, or localized pain, an ultrasound can help determine the nature of these symptoms.
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Require Further Evaluation After a Mammogram
Ultrasound is often used as a follow-up tool when a mammogram reveals something inconclusive or suspicious.
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Have Cysts or Known Benign Lesions
Ultrasound can monitor known cysts or benign masses over time without the need for repeated radiation exposure.
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Are Pregnant or Under 30
For younger women or those who are pregnant, ultrasound is a safe imaging option since it doesn’t use radiation.
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Need Image-Guided Procedures
Ultrasound is commonly used to guide needle biopsies or aspirations for precise, real-time targeting.
Schedule a breast ultrasound in Oklahoma City. Call (405) 768-1970.