Evaluation of breast mass and applicability of histopathology and sonomamography for accurate diagnosis of malignant masses
Journal Title: International Archives of Integrated Medicine - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 9
Abstract
Breast or mammary gland is a modified sweat gland. The mammary gland is a superficial organ. Breast carcinoma is the most common cancer in women all over India and accounts for 25% to 31% of all cancers in women in Indian cities. With the increased incidence of breast cancers every breast lump needs to be evaluated so as to assure the patient of its nature. The study was based on 50 patients who were referred to the Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging for evaluation of breast lesions. A detailed breast specific history was taken including menstrual history, history of mastalgia, lactational history, past and family history of any breast problem. Results showed that, highest incidence of breast lesions was found in the age group of 20-29 years containing (36%) of all cases. The second peak was seen in the age group of 40-49 years containing (18%) of all cases. Left sided lesions were slightly more common. While it was observed that of the 50 cases referred ultrasound correctly diagnosed 42% cases as malignant as compared to 18 % diagnosed as malignant by histopathology. The findings of the study potray that Ultrasound (US) should be used as the initial examination in patients and shall also be used as adjuvant to mammography in older patients.
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Naseer Khan, Samiullah Khan
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