But, mammography test is not the only test for diagnosis. The doctor may under take histopathological evaluations. These include fine NAC tests that are basically microscopic examination of tissue removed by biopsy. The tissue may be removed using open or aspiration biopsy. The doctor will also check out if the cancer is localised or it is spread allover.
Cancer can spread over to lungs, liver, bones and other organs.
To check out the spreading, doctor may ask the patient to get a CT scan, bone scan, and other tests. He performs interstitial brachy therapy and radiation. If the tumor is very advanced, then the doctor may perform mastectomy, where in the breast is removed. The doctor may also perform mastectomy with breast reconstruction. Doctor may opt for surgery and then go for a course of chemotherapy.