CME Breast Augmentation: Cancer Concerns and Mammography—A Literature Review
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Learning Objectives: After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Be familiar with the history of the controversy regarding breast cancer and breast augmentation. 2. Describe the characteristics of breast augmentation that affect detection of breast cancer. 3. Describe the modifications to standard mammography necessary to visualize the maximal amount of breast tissue in the augmented breast.
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تاریخ انتشار 2004