Clinical Breast Flashcards
1
Q
Why is it important to feel for axilla in breast examination?
A
breast cancer can extend to the apex of the axilla, known as axillary tail/tail of spencer
2
Q
What causes peau de orange texture of breast
A
breast tumour causing tension in suspensory ligaments
3
Q
What causes cancer en curaisse of breast
A
breast tumour invading subcutaneous layer
4
Q
What are the important clinical consequences of mastectomy and describe how it is performed?
A
mastectomy involves removal of breast tissue and pectoralis major muscle from medial axillary line. This is associated with long thoracic nerve damage (innervates serratus anterior muscle), that causes winged scapula
5
Q
What lymph nodes may the breast cancer spread to?
A
axillary, parasternal and intercostal
