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Ductoscopy is an advanced diagnostic method that allows visualization of the inside of the breast milk ducts through natural orifices or a minimal incision. The ductoscope used in this procedure is an FDA-approved device. The FDA defines ductoscopy as a method for visualizing internal body cavities through natural openings or a minimal surgical incision. The device has an an outer diameter of 0.9 millimeters and features biopsy and insufflation channels with a diameter of 0.2 millimeters. The images provided by the ductoscope are examined in detail on a special video-monitor with up to 60x magnification capability. This enables breast surgery specialists to visualize potential abnormalities in the milk ducts with high resolution, leading to more accurate diagnoses. During the ductoscopy procedure, the nipple is numbed with local anesthesia for patient comfort. Subsequently, the entrance to the milk duct to be examined is gently dilated to allow the ductoscope to advance easily. After these steps are completed, the ductoscope is advanced through the opening of the discharging milk duct, and the inside of the duct is thoroughly examined.