Imaging techniques in breast cancer

Abstract

Imaging is the mainstay in breast cancer diagnosis, with mammography being the primary screening tool used to detect small/asymptomatic cancers. Symptomatic patients undergo triple assessment, which includes a clinical assessment, imaging and, if indicated, an image-guided biopsy for histological diagnosis. We discuss current and emerging breast imaging techniques used in breast cancer care. These include mammography, digital breast tomosynthesis, ultrasound and magnetic resonance. We also discuss image-guided biopsy and miscellaneous image-guided interventions that influence the management of breast cancer care.