St. Francis Hospital Services Women's Health 3D Mammography

3D Mammography


We get it -- you're busy - but you are important, too. Put yourself first and schedule your annual mammogram. Consider this important fact: breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women in America. It's also one of the most treatable when detected early.

HSHS St. Francis Hospital offers the most advanced technology to help detect breast cancer at its earliest stages through 3D Mammography in our Imaging department.


Ask your physician about scheduling a 3-D mammography screening at St. Francis Hospital - or call (217) 324-8555 to schedule. Hours are 6 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Thursday and 6 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Friday. (A physician's order is required.) 

Screening Mammograms

The American Cancer Society guidelines recommend that women age 40 and older should have a screening mammogram every year. Screening mammography offers the best chance of finding breast cancer early. Finding breast cancer early means more treatment options and a better chance for a cure.

Early detection is the best way to protect against breast cancer

That’s why HSHS St. Francis Hospital is transforming breast cancer screening and detection with the latest 3D mammography technology and a focus on your comfort. Our goal is to make breast health as easy as 1, 2, 3.

Instead of reviewing the breast tissue in a single, flat image, this technology folds together a series of images to create a 3D view, allowing doctors to see the tiniest details and find cancer in its earliest stages. 

Michelle's Story

 

3D mammography services are now available at HSHS St. Francis Hospital. The new 3D mammography equipment is the latest imaging technology and increases the detection rate of invasive breast cancer by 40 percent. With a scan time of less than 4 seconds, this new machine is faster and more accurate as it reduces the need for follow-up imaging.

What is a 3D Mammogram?

 

A 3D mammogram (breast tomosynthesis) is an imaging test that combines multiple breast X-rays to create a three-dimensional picture of the breast.

A 3D mammogram is used to look for breast cancer in people who have no signs or symptoms. It can also be used to investigate the cause of breast problems, such as a breast mass, pain and nipple discharge.

Ask your physician about scheduling a 3-D mammography screening at St. Francis Hospital - or call (217) 324-8555 to schedule. Hours are 6 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Thursday and 6 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Friday. (A physician's order is required.)