Breast Disease Flashcards

1
Q

Who does fibrocystic change most commonly affect?

A

Age 20-50

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2
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What age are cysts most common?

A

35 to 50 years

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3
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What age are fibroadenomas most common?

A

20-24 years

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4
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What is a fibroadenoma?

A

firm, non-tender, highly mobile palpable lump. Stromal tumour

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5
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What is an intraductal papilloma?

A

Benign growth in a milk duct causing spontaneous discharge from the nipple

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6
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What is a mammary duct ectasia?

A

Dilation of a major duct, filled with creamy secretion

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7
Q

Which organism most commonly causes mastitis?

A

Staphylococcus aureus

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8
Q

Why are mammograms easier to interpret with age?

A

Increased adipose tissue

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9
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What abnormalities can be found on mammogram?

A

Densities and calcifications

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10
Q

What age are people invited for mammogram?

A

47-73 years

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11
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What is the most common form of breast cancer?

A

95%

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12
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What is pagets disease?

A

eczema like changes to the skin and nipple, sign of cancer in breast tissue

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13
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Is invasive carcinoma mostly ductal or lobular?

A

80% ductal

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14
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What is the triple approach to investigation and diagnosis of breast cancer?

A

clinical, radiographic imaging, and pathology

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