Ductogram or Galactogram

A ductogram is a special breast imaging test of the breast that requires contrast material to be introduced to the ducts of the breast.  This is a mildly uncomfortable test.  Women with nipple discharge may be recommended to have this test.   A cannula is inserted into the nipple and the contrast material (dye) is injected into the breast.  Xray images are taken after the contrast material is injected,   thus enabling the ducts and anatomy of the breast, with any abnormities, to be seen.  If the test is unsuccessful a Breast MRI or a surgical excision may be recommended.  A ductogram takes about 1- 1 ½ hours.