Breast radiology is a subspecialty of diagnostic radiology that focuses on imaging to diagnose and manage medical conditions located in the breast, most commonly breast cancer. These images help detect and characterize abnormalities in the breast and can be used for early cancer detection. Breast radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including oncologists and surgeons, to provide comprehensive care.
This specialty is used in the following scenarios, among others:
- Breast cancer screening
- Breast MRI
- Breast ultrasound
- Diagnostic mammogram
- Monitoring breast implants
