イメージHealth checkup facilities for those concerned about Breast Cancer
Breast cancer affects 1 in 9 Japanese women over their lifetime, making it the most common cancer in women. When detected early, the cure rate exceeds 90%; however, by the time symptoms appear, the cancer has often already progressed. Combining "mammography," which detects calcifications and small lumps, with "breast ultrasound," which is better suited for younger women and those with dense breast tissue, improves overall detection accuracy.
In nationwide, 1491 facilities offer tests related to the early detection of Breast Cancer.
Key tests for the early detection of Breast Cancer
Mammography (Breast X-ray Imaging)
809 facilitiesAn X-ray imaging exam specifically for the breasts that detects lumps and calcifications
Breast Ultrasound (Breast Echo)
355 facilitiesAn examination that uses ultrasound to inspect the inside of the breast. Suitable for younger patients as well.
Recommended frequency
Women aged 40 and older are recommended to undergo mammography at least once every 2 years. For women in their 30s or those with dense breast tissue, combining mammography with breast ultrasound is advisable.
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イメージ奈良県 奈良市右京1丁目3番地の3
近鉄京都線・高の原駅(急行停車駅)より徒歩5分
イメージ香川県 高松市伏石町2129-2
高松中央インターチェンジより車で5分、レインボー循環バス サンフラワー東バス停から徒歩1分
イメージ東京都 千代田区有楽町1丁目7-1
JR山手線 有楽町駅(日比谷口)より徒歩1分、有楽町電気ビル北館10階
イメージ東京都 台東区花川戸1丁目4-1 浅草駅ビルEKIMISE7階
東武スカイツリーライン・浅草駅直結(浅草駅ビルEKIMISE7階)
イメージ福岡県 北九州市小倉北区鍛冶町1-1-1 北九州東洋ビル3F
小倉駅 南口から徒歩5分 モノレール平和通駅 北
イメージ愛知県 豊田市浄水町伊保原500-1
名古屋鉄道・名古屋市営地下鉄「浄水駅」より徒歩5分(地下道直結)
イメージ北海道 紋別郡遠軽町大通北3丁目1-5
JR石北本線 遠軽駅より徒歩5分
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イメージ愛知県 名古屋市中区錦二丁目5-12 パシフィックスクエア名古屋錦1F
丸の内駅より徒歩3分
イメージ埼玉県 戸田市本町4-16-17 戸田公園メディカルブリッジ3階
戸田公園駅の内科、消化器内科、糖尿病内科、循環器内
Frequently asked questions
Which tests are effective for the early detection of Breast Cancer?
For the early detection of Breast Cancer, Mammography (Breast X-ray Imaging), Breast Ultrasound (Breast Echo) are effective. Breast cancer affects 1 in 9 Japanese women over their lifetime, making it the most common cancer in women. When detected early, the cure rate exceeds 90%; however, by the time symptoms appear, the cancer has often already progressed. Combining "mammography," which detects calcifications and small lumps, with "breast ultrasound," which is better suited for younger women and those with dense breast tissue, improves overall detection accuracy.
How often should I undergo testing for Breast Cancer?
Women aged 40 and older are recommended to undergo mammography at least once every 2 years. For women in their 30s or those with dense breast tissue, combining mammography with breast ultrasound is advisable.
How many facilities nationwide offer testing for Breast Cancer?
This site lists 1491 health checkup facilities that offer at least one of the tests related to Breast Cancer (Mammography (Breast X-ray Imaging), Breast Ultrasound (Breast Echo)).
Clinical guidelines referenced
The information on this page references the clinical guidelines of the academic societies below. Please see each link for details and the latest version.