Breast Care
Mammograms and Breast Exam Available at Trumbull
Breast Health Procedures and Exams:
Screening and diagnostic mammograms
Non-invasive procedures using low-dose radiation to detect or evaluate changes in breast tissue.
Breast ultrasound
A non-invasive, radiation-free exam using sound waves to produce an image.
Ultrasound guided breast biopsy
A minimally invasive biopsy using ultrasound guidance to retrieve a tiny sample of an abnormal solid area for examination.
Stereotactic biopsies
A minimally invasive outpatient procedure performed by an experienced surgeon to obtain a sample of tissue from the breast.
Breast MRI
A test used to detect breast cancer and other abnormalities in the breast.
Cyst aspirations
Removal of fluid in a sac using ultrasound guidance.
Bone density exams
A non-invasive low-dose radiation scanning of the back and hips to determine level of bone density.
Breast Health Nurse Navigator
Recognizing that the complexity of the health care system often leaves patients feeling confused lost, or overwhelmed, our certified and experienced breast health navigators can help you understand our various services, help connect you to appropriate resources or be your go-to person for questions.
Our breast health navigators provide you with education, support and assist you with obtaining a timely biopsy for benign or malignant conditions.
Direct referrals for the services of the breast health navigators and our outpatient facilities is available to patients, caregivers or physicians. Our breast health navigators do not take the place of your doctor’s office; they are the extra set of eyes and ears in your corner meeting your needs.
Surgical expertise for breast cancer treatment
Surgery is often the primary treatment for breast cancer in order to remove as much of the cancerous tissue as possible. Trumbull Regional Medical Center surgeons collaborate with a multidisciplinary cancer care team to plan the course of treatment for each patient.
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Lumpectomy
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Partial mastectomy
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Total mastectomy
- Breast reconstruction
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