March 04, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccinations and Imaging Exams

Some patients who receive COVID-19 vaccinations may temporarily develop benign swollen lymph nodes, which can show up on mammograms and other imaging tests.

Though it is optimal for a patient to have needed imaging (screening or diagnostic) prior to COVID-19 vaccination, the resources below may be helpful when caring for recently vaccinated patients.

  • The Society of Breast Imaging® (SBI) caring for women undergoing mammograms and other breast imaging exams.
  • Researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital .
  • in J黑料网® by researchers offers steps to help providers properly diagnose such patients undergoing a broad range of imaging exams and reduce unwarranted follow-up care.

The 黑料网® invites members to review the materials above and visit for more COVID-19–related clinical and economic resources.