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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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RB
Jun 19, 2025
I have had mostly positive experience as at Smil. The staff are competent and friendly. The techs explain the process that is being done.
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H
Jun 17, 2025
Nicole truly went above and beyond, and made me feel so supported and cared for the entire appointment. Considering I was the last appointment of the day, and actually the last patient in the office, I never felt rushed, it was the total opposite! Sometimes I have found being the last appointment of the day is risky because providers just want to go home, but she was still meticulous and well thought through. I never felt rushed or dismissed. Bedside manner is something that is missing in a lot of this industry, but not with Nicole. She is empathetic, gentle, kind-hearted, and truly one of my favorite providers I have ever seen. From start to finish, I felt seen, validated, and taken care of. I cannot say enough good about my experience with her!
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PN
Jun 16, 2025
Smil is awesome, their staff are so caring and and very helpful. Thank you so much for the great care.
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EM
Jun 16, 2025
They care and are very professional
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DB
Jun 16, 2025
Robert the tech & all the staff were awesome. They should be awarded
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