イメージHealth Checkup Facilities for Breast Cancer in Yamanashi
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 Yamanashi
Mammography (Breast X-ray Imaging)
9 facilities in YamanashiAn X-ray imaging exam specifically for the breasts that detects lumps and calcifications
Breast Ultrasound (Breast Echo)
4 facilities in YamanashiAn 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 Yamanashi
Facilities in Yamanashi for Breast Cancer
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イメージ甲府共立病院 の総合健診センター
甲府共立病院総合健診センター
山梨県 甲府市宝1-9-1
中央線 甲府駅から徒歩6分とアクセスしやすい場所
イメージ山梨県 甲府市飯田1-1-26
甲府駅南口より徒歩20分 バスでお越しの方 :
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イメージ山梨県 南都留郡山中湖村平野562-12 エクシブ山中湖内B2F
イメージ山梨県 笛吹市石和町八田330-5
山梨県笛吹市石和町八田330-5(病院周辺道路整備工事に伴うアクセス変更あり)
イメージ山梨県 山梨市落合860
〒405-0033 山梨県山梨市落合860(山梨市駅より送迎バスあり)
イメージ大月市立中央病院 の健診センター
大月市立中央病院健診センター
山梨県 大月市大月町花咲1225番地
JR中央線 大月駅より徒歩約15分(バスも利用可)
イメージ山梨県 笛吹市石和町四日市場47-1
JR中央線 石和温泉駅より徒歩20分(車で5分)
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イメージFrequently asked questions
How many health checkup facilities in Yamanashi cover Breast Cancer?
Yamanashi has 11 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.