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Benefits and Risks – Galactography

Benefits

  • Galactography exams can find small cancerous and non-cancerous masses that cannot be identified in any other way so that they may be removed at an early stage.
  • A galactogram, or image from a Galactography exam, identifies the location of the tumors in the breast for the surgeon.

Risks

  • Galactography is a minimally invasive procedure meaning there is a chance for infection if sterile practice is not followed.
  • It is possible to injure the duct, either during the process of placing the catheter or while injecting contrast material. This almost always heals on its own.
  • It is possible to miss the area of concern, or to put the catheter into the incorrect duct, potentially delaying the diagnosis.
  • Women should always inform SMIL if there is any possibility that they are pregnant.

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Feb 4, 2025
Really appreciate SMIL services after bad experience with another company. SMIL is friendly and very little wait time. Nice to not be billed up front for charges insurance would pay for. No fight to get your money back like another company I dealt with for 2 years. Thank you SMIL, for making an uncomfortable procedure, pleasant. 😀
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Feb 3, 2025
Everything was great. The tech was very outstanding. Waiting time minimal. Highly recommend.
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Feb 1, 2025
I was pleased with my visit. The staff was very friendly and professional.
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