Benign and Malignant Breast Conditions Flashcards
1
Q
how does breast cancer usually present?
A
50% asymptomatic via screening
50% symptomatic (half of which have a lump)
2
Q
triple assessment clinic in breast cancer?
A
clinical assessment
imaging
pathology
3
Q
types of breast imaging?
A
mammography
US
4
Q
mammogram?
A
staple breast imaging
standard 4 views
bilateral
5
Q
US in breast mass?
A
can tell if solid or cystic
6
Q
what can histology show in a breast mass?
A
whether its invasive or not
ductal or lobular
degree of differentiation
receptor status
7
Q
what is oncoplastic surgery?
A
surgery to remove cancer with attempt to preserve as much breast as possible and leave a symmetrical breast behind
8
Q
types of surgery for breast cancer?
A
lumpectomy
oncoplastic surgery
mastectomy
