Definitions for "Diaphanography"
An exam that involves shining a bright light through the breast to reveal features of the tissues inside. Also called transillumination.
A non-invasive procedure (no cutting) which uses ordinary light as an investigative tool to detect breast masses. Also called transillumination.
An exam that involves shining a bright light through the breast to reveal features of the tissue inside. This technique is being studied, and its value in detecting breast cancer has not been proven.