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Fat necrosis - breast

Case contributed by: Dr Chris O'Donnell

Presentation:

Routine examination post right mastectomy. PH of left reduction mammoplasty

Patient Data:

Age: 70
Gender: Female
From the case: Fat necrosis - breast
Modality: Mammography

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  • <p>2009 MLO</p>

2009 MLO

Case Discussion:

Progressive contraction of parenchyma and concerning microcalcification - biopsy contains calcification and indicated fat necrosis occurring some years after surgical intervention

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