Breast carcinoma with liver metastasis

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

A known case of right breast cancer was referred for a liver MRI due to the presence of liver masses on the US exam.

Patient Data

Age: 55 years
Gender: Female

Axial T2-weighted imaging shows three abnormal signal liver masses along with segments IVb, VIII, and VII displaying a target sign characterized as a hyperintense center marginated by a lesser intense rim of viable tumor.

Liver masses showed marked water restriction on DWI images and post-contrast peripheral rim of enhancements.

Case Discussion

Known case of right breast cancer; pathology-proven invasive ductal carcinoma with hepatic metastases.

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