European Journal of Radiology
Volume 42, Issue 1 , Pages 2-9, April 2002

Imaging and management of nonpalpable lesions of the breast

  • A.A. Tardivon

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    • Department of Radiology, Institut Gustave-Roussy, 39 rue Camille Desmoulins, 94805 Villejuif Cedex, France
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  • J.M. Guinebretière

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    • Department of Pathology C, Institut Gustave-Roussy, 39 rue Camille Desmoulins, 94805 Villejuif Cedex, France
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  • C. Dromain

      Affiliations

    • Department of Radiology, Institut Gustave-Roussy, 39 rue Camille Desmoulins, 94805 Villejuif Cedex, France
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  • D. Vanel

      Affiliations

    • Department of Radiology, Institut Gustave-Roussy, 39 rue Camille Desmoulins, 94805 Villejuif Cedex, France

Received 24 January 2002; received in revised form 25 January 2002; accepted 28 January 2002.

Abstract 

Mammography remains the primary imaging modality for the evaluation of breast disease. Its performance level is clearly related to strict quality control measures and comprehensive diagnostic imaging. Ultrasonography remains an adjunct tool for analysing nonpalpable and palpable masses; diagnostic criteria for benign lesions must be strictly applied. Reliable histologic diagnosis is possible with percutaneous large needle core biopsies; benign findings should always be correlated with imaging data and follow-up is essential to detect delayed false negatives. MR imaging is still under evaluation for most indications. Its high sensitivity and negative predictive value are of particular interest for the detection or elimination of breast cancer in selected populations.

Keywords:  Nonpalpable lesions, Mammography, Breast cancer

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PII: S0720-048X(02)00038-4

European Journal of Radiology
Volume 42, Issue 1 , Pages 2-9, April 2002

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