Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Breast
Results
Reference Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) Opens New Window uses a magnetic field and pulses of radio waves to make pictures of the breast.
The Reference radiologist Opens New Window may discuss the results of the MRI with you right after the test. Complete results are usually available to your doctor in 1 to 2 days.
An MRI scan can sometimes find a problem in a breast, even when the size and shape of the breast looks normal.
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The breast tissue looks normal in size, shape, and appearance. |
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No solid masses are present. |
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A breast implant is intact. |
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No signs of inflammation or infection are present. |
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| Abnormal: |
Solid masses are present. |
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Signs of infection or inflammation are present. |
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A breast implant is ruptured. |
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Underarm lymph nodes do not look normal. |
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: Reference March 8, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine
Reference Howard Schaff, MD - Diagnostic Radiology |
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