Ductogram of the Breast

A ductogram of the breast is a procedure in which contrast material (or dye) is injected into a breast duct. The duct system of the breast can then be visualized.

A ductogram is performed to assist your physician in assessing your breast discharge.

Before your ductogram, you may eat a light breakfast and take your medications as usual. Please do not wear deodorants, powders or perfumes on your upper body. You will be asked to undress from the waist up, so wear a blouse, shirt or sweater that you can easily remove, rather than a dress.

During the ductogram, you will be positioned on a table, lying on your back. A technologist will assist the radiologist in cleansing your breast with a special soap. The radiologist will then use a plastic probe to enter the duct or area of your breast producing discharge. For this reason, it is important that discharge is present at the time of the procedure. A dye is then injected through the plastic probe. The probe is secured to your skin as your breast is compressed and x-ray pictures are obtained. The radiologist will review the films and decide if additional views are necessary. The plastic probe is then removed and the procedure is finished.

After your ductogram, you may experience an increase in breast discharge due to the manipulation of the duct. The radiologist will discuss the results of your ductogram with you, and a report of the procedure will be sent to your physician.

Providing safe, quality patient care is our highest priority. To help ensure quality and safety, we ask that you do not bring young children with you to your appointments, as children are not allowed to accompany you during Imaging procedures. Staff is unable to monitor your child in your absence.

If you have any questions about this procedure, please discuss them with your physician or contact The Breast Center at (320) 229-4919 or (800) 835-6652.

Your appointment is on:

Date: ________________ Time: ________________ at the following location:

CentraCare Health Plaza - Please check in at Woodlands Entrance 15 minutes prior to your appointment at the Registration area for Imaging & Laboratory Services located across from the Pharmacy.