Is breast ultrasound accurate

Color ultrasound examination of breast has high accuracy, especially when the structure of breast is complex or the density of young women's breast is high, color ultrasound examination can clearly show the lesions inside the breast, and as an important auxiliary means for early screening of breast cancer, its accuracy can be further improved. In order to improve diagnostic accuracy, comprehensive evaluation is usually conducted by combining mammography or magnetic resonance imaging.

1 Advantages of Breast Ultrasound

Breast ultrasound mainly detects the tissue structure and lesion situation inside the breast through high-frequency ultrasound. Due to the absence of radioactive radiation, breast ultrasound is suitable for pregnant and lactating women. It has a significant effect on young women with dense breast tissue, as X-rays are difficult to penetrate high-density breast tissue, while ultrasound can better distinguish cystic or solid lesions and make preliminary judgments.

2 Scope of Application

Breast ultrasound is suitable for screening small nodules, cysts and other lesions, and has a good auxiliary diagnostic effect for detecting benign lesions such as breast inflammation, fibroadenoma, and breast cysts. When the mass is smaller than 1 centimeter or the lesion is deeper, the accuracy of color ultrasound detection is relatively low. In this case, further cooperation with other examination methods is needed to confirm the diagnostic results. Ultrasound can also help doctors evaluate the blood supply status of existing lesions and indicate the possibility of malignant tumors.

3 Factors that affect accuracy and improvement methods

The accuracy of breast ultrasound may be affected by operator experience, equipment resolution, individual differences in patients such as skin thickness, and distribution of breast glands. To improve accuracy, it is recommended to choose medical institutions equipped with high-end equipment for inspection. At the same time, if there are doubts about the ultrasound results, breast mammography, MRI and other imaging examinations or pathological biopsies can be used to help confirm the diagnosis. For example, malignant lesions need to be identified through histopathological biopsy, and mammography has a stronger diagnostic ability for microcalcifications.

Breast ultrasound is a safe and convenient method for breast examination, but it is not a universal tool. It is recommended that women who undergo regular screening consult with other imaging examinations for comparative analysis if necessary based on their personal situation, in order to obtain more comprehensive test results. Early detection and treatment are essential for better prevention of breast diseases.