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Eklund displacement views

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1 Definition of Eklund displacement views

Meaning of Eklund displacement views: A procedure used to do a mammogram (x-ray of the breasts) in women with breast implants.

A procedure used to do a mammogram (x-ray of the breasts) in women with breast implants. The implant is pushed back against the chest wall and the breast tissue is pulled forward and around it so the tissue can be seen in the mammogram. Also called Eklund views and implant displacement views.

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