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Table 3 Inappropriate indications for breast ultrasound

From: Breast ultrasound: recommendations for information to women and referring physicians by the European Society of Breast Imaging

Screening for breast cancer in average-risk women under age 40

Screening for breast cancer as a stand-alone alternative to mammography in average-risk women with ≥40 years of age

Follow-up in women with previous history of breast cancer as an alternative to mammography

Diffuse bilateral premenstrual breast pain

Screening of breast implant integrity in asymptomatic women

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