Are there risks involved in getting a mammogram?

Are there risks involved in getting a mammogram?

Kenneth W. Chin (M.D., F.A.C.R.) gives expert video advice on: How should I prepare for a mammogram?; What does mammography equipment look like?; What can I expect when getting a mammogram? and more...

There can occasionally be some risks involved in mammography. In particular, if you have a breast implant, please notify your technologist, because some implants are more susceptible to injury or rupture than others. However, the procedure is still a very safe one in patients with breast implants.