Presentation
Right breast palpable mass on physical exam.
Patient Data
Age: 65 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Breast mass - BI-RADS 5
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A hyperdense mass with an irregular and spiculated margin in the upper central part of the right breast that contains fine calcification foci and causes surrounding parenchymal distortion. (BI-RADS 5)
In addition, foci of calcification with a benign appearance are scattered in the right breast.
Case Discussion
An ultrasound-guided core needle biopsy was performed for the right breast mass, and histopathology evaluation confirmed invasive ductal carcinoma.