After Several Years, the Patient Returns and Requests a Mammogram

After several years, the patient returns and requests a mammogram.  She is now 35 years old, and her sister was recently diagnosed with breast cancer.  Which of the following is the most appropriate statement regarding silicone breast implants and mammographic screening for breast cancer?

A) The presence of silicone breast implants never interferes with mammographic screening
B) Women with breast implants should continue to get regular mammograms per the guidelines
C) Women with breast implants should have more frequent mammograms as implants may obscure the cancerous tissue
D) Regular exposure of silicon implants to radiation from mammography leads to early implant leaks or rupture

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