What is a screening mammogram and how common are abnormalities?
$(document).ready(function() { $(‘#answerBodyFull_DEV__4c6e2f423cc654_81759399 > .videoPlayer’).each(function(){ detectVideoType($(this).attr(“id”)); }); }); Cleveland Clinic Answered: Screening mammograms are recommended annually for all women starting at age 40. Screening mammograms are also done for women who have no signs or symptoms related to the breasts (asymptomatic). During a screening mammogram, the breast is X-rayed in two different positions: from top to bottom and from side to side. When a mammogram is viewed, breast tissue appears white and opaque, and fatty tissue appears darker and translucent. Potential abnormalities are found in 6 percent to 8 percent of women who have screening mammograms. This small group of women needs further evaluation that might include breast physical examination, diagnostic mammography, breast ultrasound, or needle biopsy. After the additional evaluation is complete, most women who have potential abnormalities on a screening mammogram will be
