イメージHealth Checkup Facilities for Breast Cancer in Toyama
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.
Key tests for Breast Cancer in Toyama
Mammography (Breast X-ray Imaging)
11 facilities in ToyamaAn X-ray imaging exam specifically for the breasts that detects lumps and calcifications
Breast Ultrasound (Breast Echo)
8 facilities in ToyamaAn 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.
Popular tests at facilities for Breast Cancer in Toyama
Facilities in Toyama for Breast Cancer
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イメージ富山県 高岡市西藤平蔵313
JR高岡駅から高岡法科大学方面行きバスで約20分、十二町島バス停下車 徒歩約2分
イメージ富山県 富山市元町2-3-20
不二越駅より徒歩4分 トップへ サイドメニュー ME
イメージ富山県 富山市西二俣277-3
外来受診者向けのバスを運行(詳細は施設へ問い合わせ)
イメージ富山県 高岡市金屋本町1-3
イメージ富山県 高岡市伏木古府元町8-5
JR氷見線 伏木駅より徒歩20分(またはタクシー約5分)、JR高岡駅4番乗り場から路線バス「高岡ふしき病院」下車
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イメージ富山県 富山市婦中町下轡田1019
富山ICまたは富山西ICから車で約15分
イメージ富山県 富山市婦中町中名1554-17
JR富山駅より富山地鉄バス砂子田バス停下車徒歩5分、または北陸自動車道富山IC・富山西ICより約15分
イメージ日本赤十字社 富山赤十字病院 の健診センター
日本赤十字社 富山赤十字病院 健診センター
富山県 富山市牛島本町2-1-58
富山駅北口より徒歩15分(バスで約5分)
イメージ富山県 富山市東石金町11-65
富山駅より約15分 富山空港より約20分 富山IC
イメージ富山県 高岡市永楽町5-10
高岡駅より当院専用バスで約10分、またはタクシーで約7分
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イメージFrequently asked questions
How many health checkup facilities in Toyama cover Breast Cancer?
Toyama has 15 listed health checkup facilities that offer at least one of the tests related to Breast Cancer (Mammography (Breast X-ray Imaging), Breast Ultrasound (Breast Echo)).
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.