Type
CT Scan
Duration
20 min
What's included
3 deliverables in this treatment
- Low-dose digital mammography on a GE Senographe Pristina system
- 3D tomosynthesis option at no extra radiation dose
- Radiologist interpretation, with on-site SVAB biopsy available for suspicious findings
Diagnostic mammography is a low-dose breast X-ray performed when a woman has symptoms — a palpable lump, pain, nipple change or another clinical sign — to investigate the cause. The MEDIAG department at 1. poliklinika Karlovy Vary images on a GE Senographe Pristina, a top-tier system designed for the lowest dose on the market and greater patient comfort, with DUETA patient-assisted compression that lets the woman help control how firmly the breast is compressed. The same unit offers 3D tomosynthesis without any increase in radiation dose, giving the radiologist layered images that can reveal findings hidden on a flat 2D view. This is the only site in the Karlovy Vary region able to follow up suspicious findings with SVAB stereotactic vacuum-assisted biopsy, so sampling can be arranged at the same centre.
About this treatment
Diagnostic mammography is breast imaging arranged for symptomatic women — those with a palpable lump, breast pain, nipple discharge or change, skin change, or another clinical sign — to work out what is causing the problem. Unlike screening, it has no age limit and is driven by a specific clinical question; the radiologist decides whether mammography alone is enough or whether ultrasound, magnification views or biopsy are also needed to reach a confident…
Good to know
- Equipment
- GE Senographe Pristina (low-dose, DUETA compression)
- Imaging
- 2D + 3D tomosynthesis
- Regional first
- Only site in the region offering SVAB biopsy
Who is this for?
Symptomatic women — palpable lump, breast pain, nipple change, or follow-up of a finding
Preparation required
Avoid deodorant, powder or cream on the breasts and underarms on the day of the exam. Bring any prior breast images for comparison and your doctor's referral. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.
About the clinic
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Clinical team
The Karlovy Vary radiology department is staffed by seven radiologists with long clinical experience in soft-tissue, breast and skeletal imaging, supported by six radiology assistants and three nurses. The team operates an accredited breast-screening site that meets strict technical and personnel criteria and is regularly audited.
Languages: Czech
What clients say
"Kind, accommodating, everything in order."
"Booked by phone with an appointment within two days, pleasant communication, examination without waiting and the report was sent on to my specialist."
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Treatment highlights
- Low-dose digital mammography on a GE Senographe Pristina system
- 3D tomosynthesis option at no extra radiation dose
+1 more item in What's included
Diagnostic mammography for symptomatic women, covered by Czech public health insurance on a doctor's referral (no age limit). No out-of-pocket list price is published; self-pay rates are quoted by phone at +420 353 112 226. By appointment.