Fibroadenoma Flashcards
1
Q
Fibroadenoma
A
Benign tumours of stromal/ epithelial breast duct tissue
2
Q
Features of the lump
A
Small and mobile within the breast
3
Q
Common in
A
Women aged 20-40
Respond to oestrogen and progesterone so often regress after menopause
4
Q
Findings on examination
A
Painless
Smooth
Round
Well circumscribed
Firm
Mobile
Usually up to 3cm
5
Q
Management
A
Conservative
If >3cm surgical excision
