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Women's Health Services

Breast Health Program

Detecting breast cancer in its earliest stage increases both treatment options and survival rates.

For education and early detection, St. Anthony's Breast Center provides area women with comprehensive, advanced breast health care services in three convenient locations:

• St. Anthony’s Breast Center – at the Plaza
• St. Anthony's Medical Center
• Fenton Imaging Center & Outpatient Services

For an appointment, please call our one-stop scheduling at 314-525-1300 or 800-991-7262.

Breast Health Team

Our team approach allows us to provide prompt care. You are immediately connected to the medical professionals and resources you need if there are any signs of irregularity. This is our Fast Track program and it ensures that you receive special treatment including same-day follow-up tests, such as breast ultrasound or biopsy. St. Anthony's is the only hospital in the region to offer this service.

Our multidisciplinary team includes:

• radiologists
• surgeons
• radiation oncologists
• medical oncologists
• pathologists
• technologists
• breast care navigator

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Breast Center Services:

• digital mammography
• bone density scans
• ultrasound
• breast biopsy
• Women with Breast Cancer Support Group

Digital Mammography Screening
The Breast Center is equipped with the latest in breast health technology, offering state-of-the-art digital mammography. Digital technology offers the highest quality mammogram available today.

The difference between traditional and digital mammography is simple. With traditional mammography, the X-ray passes through the breast to the film. In digital mammography the X-ray images are transferred to a computer screen where they can be magnified for a clearer view of problem areas.

A mammogram can detect changes in the breast that may signal cancer long before any other signs are noticed. Remember that most lumps are not cancerous, but it is wise to see your doctor if you discover a lump.

Computer Aided Detection
The Computer Aided Detection (CAD) system is a diagnostic tool for review of mammograms that mark suspicious areas for the radiologist to take a second look. This system helps the doctor make a more informed decision about whether a patient needs to return for further testing.

Ultrasound
St. Anthony’s Breast Center offers ultrasounds to assist in the diagnosis of breast cancer. Ultrasound is used to further evaluate a breast lump or other abnormality seen on a mammogram.

Breast MRI
MRI is an advanced technology used to view an abnormality of the breast. An MRI uses no X-rays, so there is no exposure to radiation.

Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
If an abnormality is detected on a mammogram or ultrasound, St. Anthony’s Breast Center offers stereotactic breast biopsy, a procedure that determines if cancer is present. A breast biopsy can be performed effectively under local anesthetic, with little or no discomfort. Stereotactic breast biopsy is an outpatient procedure performed by a certified radiologist, assisted by a mammography technologist.

Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
Another biopsy method is ultrasound-guided biopsy. This method may also be used for aspiration of cysts.

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