Contrast-Enhanced Mammography: A Systematic Guide to Interpretation and Reporting

AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2019 Jan;212(1):222-231. doi: 10.2214/AJR.17.19265. Epub 2018 Nov 1.

Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this article is to discuss the essential steps involved in performing, interpreting, managing, and reporting findings on contrast-enhanced mammography for successful implementation into clinical practice.

Conclusion: To successfully implement contrast-enhanced mammography into clinical practice, an understanding about the acquisition of images, image interpretation, and reporting of the spectrum of negative, benign, and malignant findings is essential.

Keywords: contrast-enhanced digital mammography; contrast-enhanced mammography; contrast-enhanced spectral mammography.

Publication types

  • Systematic Review

MeSH terms

  • Breast Diseases / diagnostic imaging*
  • Contrast Media*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Mammography / methods*
  • Radiographic Image Enhancement

Substances

  • Contrast Media