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If you're a woman, you have a 1-in-8 chance of getting breast cancer in your lifetime. You have a 1-in-35 chance of dying from breast cancer. The best defense is early detection.

Radiologist Carrie Rochman, MD, reviews the breast cancer screening options available at UVA, from yearly mammograms to supplemental screening options for those with dense breast tissue. Talk to your doctor about the best screening option for you.

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If you have breast cancer, you have a much better chance of cure if it is caught early. If you’re over 40, talk to your doctor about starting annual breast cancer screening with mammography. Getting a yearly mammogram improves your chances of catching a cancer at its earliest, most treatable stage. Breast cancer screening should continue as long as you are in good health. 3D mammography (or tomosynthesis) is the most accurate mammogram available and can be obtained at all UVA mammography locations. Dense breast tissue can make it harder to find cancer on a mammogram. Women with dense breast tissue may benefit from supplemental screening with ultrasound, contrast enhanced mammogram, or fast-MRI. If you’re high risk, or have detected a lump, your doctor may recommend other screening options such as MRI. So talk to your doctor about the best option for you.

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