Mammary ductal ectasia Flashcards
1
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What is mammary ductal ectasia?
A
Subareolar periductal chronic inflammatory condition defined by dilated mammary ducts which are eventually clogged
Most common in post-menopausal women
2
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What is the pathology of mammary ductal ectasia?
A
Thickened luminal secretion leading to periductal (around duct) inflammation and fibrous obliteration
3
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What are the clinical features of mammary ductal ectasia?
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Unilateral greenish or bloody discharge
Nipple inversion
Firm, stable, painful mass under the nipple
May form breast abscess
4
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How is mammary ductal ectasia doagnosed?
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(Mammogram and/or ultrasound)
5
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What is the treatment for mammary ductal ectasia?
A
(Usually self-limiting)
Antibiotic therapy if infected
