Presentation
Routine screening mammogram. No previous studies. No family history.
Patient Data
Age: 40 years
From the case:
Ductal carcinoma in situ
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Heterogeneous cluster of microcalcifications centrally in the left breast.
From the case:
Ductal carcinoma in situ
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Magnification view highly suggestive of DCIS. This is where magnification views are optimally useful.
From the case:
Ductal carcinoma in situ
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The ultrasound images show the subtle lesion with visible microcalcifications (arrows).
Case Discussion
This case was biopsied under ultrasound. DCIS confirmed.