No.	Recommendations/ Statements	EG	LoE	Sources
6.37.	a) Diagnostic imaging procedures for the detection of local and loco-regional recurrence or contralateral cancer should include an annual mammography and a quality-assured ultrasound examination.	B	2c	104 ,  105
6.38.	b) The addition of quality-assured ultrasound examinations as part of standard follow-up will increase the number of patients who need further investigations and the biopsy rate. The majority of patients (82%) reported that the increased attention and the associated higher security had a psychologically positive impact, with only a few patients (< 6%) reporting additional psychological stress due to fear and uncertainty. Ultrasound examinations should therefore only be carried out in addition to mammography.