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3-D Mammography
A digital mammogram is a low-dose X-ray system that takes electronic pictures of the breasts to screen for disease and diagnose cysts and breast cancer.
On the day of your mammogram, do not use deodorant, powder or lotions. We also recommended wearing a top that is easy to remove, since you will be asked to undress from the waist up and wear a gown. During the procedure, the technologist will position your breast to get the clearest test results. Then, each of your breasts will be compressed one at a time. This helps get a high-quality X-ray image. Your breasts will be repositioned to get at least two separate views of each breast. The entire procedure is about 20 minutes, but the actual breast compression is only a few seconds.
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Bone Density Testing (DEXA)
DEXA scans are most commonly used to diagnose bone thinning, such as osteoporosis. Loss of bone density may be caused by rheumatoid arthritis, eating disorders, aging and having cancer treatment. They may also be used to measure your overall body composition, including fat and lean tissue. Before the scan, you will be asked to wear comfortable, loose fitting clothes or change into a gown. During the scan, you will lay flat and still on a table. The scan typically lasts about 15-20 minutes.
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Ultrasound
Ultrasound uses sound waves to produce sonogram pictures or videos of structures inside of your body. There are several different types of ultrasounds. Your care team will explain how to prepare for your ultrasound and what to expect during it.
Surgery and recovery care
Our general surgeons at Ascension Sacred Heart General Surgery - Mack Bayoudelivers surgical care, including outpatient same-day surgery, emergency surgery, trauma surgery and inpatient procedures. Your surgical care team starts by listening to understand your health needs. We are here to answer your questions and provide pre-operative testing to help prepare you for your surgery. Then, we deliver personalized surgical care to fit your needs. Our surgeon offers surgical consultation appointments.
General surgical care services
We focus on surgical methods that help improve your recovery and are associated with fewer complications. Our general surgeon delivers surgical treatments for conditions that affect the entire body, including:
- Abdominal Surgery
- Gynecomastia and breast abscess
- GI surgery
- Colorectal surgery
- Hemorrhoids
- Skin cancer/ melanoma surgery
- Lumps and bumps surgery
- Port-a-cath access surgery
- Colonoscopy and upper endoscopy (EGD)
Minimally invasive surgery
Our surgeon specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques, such as laparoscopic surgery. Our surgical approach is personalized for your needs. We focus on techniques that help improve wound healing, manage pain with less medication, and help you return to your daily activities. Minimally invasive surgery is typically used for:
- Appendectomy (appendix removal)
- Breast biopsy
- Gallbladder removal
- Groin hernia repair
- Thyroid surgery
The recovery process for minimally invasive surgeries may be quicker than regular surgery and typically doesn’t require an overnight stay in the hospital.
