Mammary duct ectasia Flashcards
1
Q
What is it?
A
Dilation of the large ducts in breast leading to inflammation and intermittent discharge from the nipple
2
Q
Who does it most commonly effect?
A
Perimenopausal womenW
3
Q
What is a risk factor
A
Smoking
4
Q
How does it present
A
Nipple discharge
Tenderness or pain
Nipple retraction or inversion
A breast lump (pressure on the lump may produce nipple discharge)
5
Q
What is a key finding on mammogram?
A
Microcalcification
6
Q
Investigations
A
Ductography - duct visualisation
Discharge cytology
Ductoscopy
7
Q
What is its association with cancer
A
No association no increased risk of cancer
8
Q
What are management options
A
Reassurance
supportive bra and warm compresses
surgical excision of affected duct - microdochectomy
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